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Mazda Bongo

Silver · Diesel · 1995 · 2,499 cc

L8 VMJMOT history

L8 VMJ is a silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 3 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
156,891 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
3 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VMJ was last recorded at 156,891 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 6,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,891 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,000 miles
Average per year
3,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,891 miles
  • 2025 – 150,891 miles
  • 2024 – 144,374 miles
  • 2023 – 140,862 miles
  • 2020 – 133,766 miles
  • 2019 – 132,019 miles
  • 2018 – 130,249 miles
  • 2017 – 128,989 miles
  • 2016 – 127,179 miles
  • 2015 – 122,723 miles
  • 2013 – 120,304 miles
  • 2012 – 109,600 miles
  • 2011 – 98,438 miles
  • 2008 – 93,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,891 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Both battery’s (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

What MOT advisories mean

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,891 miles (+6,000)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    156,891 miles
    Test number
    865910417337
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Both battery’s (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

  2. Pass150,891 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,891 miles
    Test number
    366501283941
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,873 miles (+6,499)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,873 miles
    Test number
    395724917041
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp loose (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,374 miles (+3,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    144,374 miles
    Test number
    287462694851
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass140,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,862 miles
    Test number
    924232417806
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,346 km (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,346 km
    Test number
    193345116186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,241 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,241 km
    Test number
    487056748841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,766 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    133,766 miles
    Test number
    287695015111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,019 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,019 miles
    Test number
    435123912712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass130,249 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,249 miles
    Test number
    742029154325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,989 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,989 miles
    Test number
    393428704767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,179 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,179 miles
    Test number
    556506005718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,723 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,723 miles
    Test number
    235984695498
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass122,723 miles (+2,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    122,723 miles
    Test number
    506404495142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass120,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    120,304 miles
    Test number
    748015273254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,603 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,603 km
    Test number
    956608372202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,600 miles (+11,162)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,600 miles
    Test number
    458353962249
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front inner sill corroded
    • NoteOffside front inner sill corroded
    • NoteTemperary repair carried out on exhaust

  18. Pass98,438 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    98,438 miles
    Test number
    325360051243
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteN/s and o/s inner sills corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear chassis corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  19. Fail98,436 miles (+5,384)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,436 miles
    Test number
    376230051230
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteN/s and o/s inner sills corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear chassis corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  20. Pass93,052 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,052 miles
    Test number
    484985808277
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail92,921 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,921 miles
    Test number
    940352398164
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L8 VMJ

Does L8 VMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VMJ is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VMJ?
The MOT on L8 VMJ is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VMJ done?
L8 VMJ was recorded at 156,891 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 3,511 miles a year.
Has L8 VMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VMJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 VMJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 VMJ find?
L8 VMJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier both battery’s; offside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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