
Mazda Bongo
Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,490 cc
J300 HFCMOT history
J300 HFC is a green diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Jan 1996. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 245,720 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 13 Jul 2024
- Mileage
- 245,720 mi
- At MOT on 7 Jul 2023
- MOT tests
- 24
- 14 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 6,766 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- J300 HFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- Bongo
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,490 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 1 Jan 1996
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 13 Jul 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Jul 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
J300 HFC was last recorded at 245,720 miles on 7 Jul 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.
Mileage went down between tests
- 30 Dec 2014: 99,399 miles, lower than 210,421 miles on 29 Dec 2014.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 245,710 miles · 27 Jun 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 10 miles
- Average per year
- 6,766 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 245,720 miles
- 2022 – 240,706 miles
- 2021 – 238,287 miles
- 2020 – 236,601 miles
- 2019 – 232,291 miles
- 2018 – 227,593 miles
- 2017 – 222,668 miles
- 2016 – 217,652 miles
- 2014 – 99,399 miles
- 2012 – 184,260 miles
- 2011 – 178,291 miles
- 2010 – 159,733 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including suspension components
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018
Full MOT history
24 tests since 17 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass245,720 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 245,720 miles
- Test number
- 433842944456
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail245,710 miles (+5,004)1 dangerous5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 245,710 miles
- Test number
- 246112004400
- DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass240,706 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 240,706 miles
- Test number
- 513793787240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail240,700 miles (+2,413)6 dangerous5 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,700 miles
- Test number
- 534271355164
- DangerousNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body not fully secure arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass238,287 miles (+9)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 238,287 miles
- Test number
- 303690533787
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail238,278 miles (+1,677)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,278 miles
- Test number
- 699980726181
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass236,601 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 236,601 miles
- Test number
- 864685479438
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail236,601 miles (+4,310)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 236,601 miles
- Test number
- 619529997801
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass232,291 miles (+19)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 232,291 miles
- Test number
- 861330043512
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail232,272 miles1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 232,272 miles
- Test number
- 710866409566
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass227,600 km
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 227,600 km
- Test number
- 782862386792
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail227,593 miles (+4,925)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 227,593 miles
- Test number
- 837851702342
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Pass222,668 miles (+5,016)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 222,668 miles
- Test number
- 136264857149
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt just ok at time of test (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear brake pads obscured unable to check
- AdvisoryUpper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass217,652 miles (+118,253)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 217,652 miles
- Test number
- 295196843153
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly and rubber mount (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly and rubber mount (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryUpper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass99,399 miles (-111,022)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 99,399 miles
- Test number
- 827474864314
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail210,421 miles5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,421 miles
- Test number
- 189673364326
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass193,550 km1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 193,550 km
- Test number
- 177552413263
- NoteUnderside heavily waxoiled restricing examination of underside and brake lines
Pass184,260 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 184,260 miles
- Test number
- 147376712299
- NoteOil leak
Fail184,260 miles5 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,260 miles
- Test number
- 306225812236
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- NoteOil leak
Pass178,585 km3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 178,585 km
- Test number
- 589823741241
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteO/s/r tyre wearing close to limit
- NoteRear discs worn and pitted
- NoteUnderbody has minor corrosion.not exessive at time of test.
Fail178,291 miles (+18,558)8 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,291 miles
- Test number
- 908072421261
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteRear brake discs worn and pitted
Pass159,733 miles (+1,666)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 159,733 miles
- Test number
- 812576110278
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Fail158,067 miles3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,067 miles
- Test number
- 484134100265
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Pass142,107 km
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 142,107 km
- Test number
- 732888699132
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about J300 HFC
- Does J300 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on J300 HFC expired on 13 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on J300 HFC?
- The MOT on J300 HFC expired on 13 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has J300 HFC done?
- J300 HFC was recorded at 245,720 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2023, an average of 6,766 miles a year.
- Has J300 HFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. J300 HFC has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2023.
- Has the mileage on J300 HFC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on J300 HFC find?
- J300 HFC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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