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Mazda Bongo

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,490 cc

M47 RTXMOT history

M47 RTX is a green diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 205,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,338 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M47 RTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M47 RTX was last recorded at 205,338 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2016: 129,689 miles, lower than 129,855 miles on 4 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
200,567 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,771 miles
Average per year
7,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,338 miles
  • 2025 – 200,567 miles
  • 2024 – 189,685 miles
  • 2023 – 187,035 miles
  • 2022 – 184,909 miles
  • 2021 – 173,711 miles
  • 2020 – 168,599 miles
  • 2019 – 161,368 miles
  • 2018 – 151,288 miles
  • 2017 – 139,368 miles
  • 2016 – 129,690 miles
  • 2015 – 125,114 miles
  • 2014 – 123,276 miles
  • 2013 – 117,606 miles
  • 2012 – 95,109 miles
  • 2011 – 88,247 miles
  • 2010 – 84,607 miles
  • 2009 – 80,893 miles
  • 2007 – 78,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,338 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • COSOSION NSF INNER SILL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • DAMAGE NSF WHEEL RIM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,338 miles (+4,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,338 miles
    Test number
    145583757959
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass200,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    200,567 miles
    Test number
    346513072379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail200,567 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,567 miles
    Test number
    284598321075
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail200,567 miles (+10,882)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,567 miles
    Test number
    251853536312
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass189,685 miles (+2,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    189,685 miles
    Test number
    274295155792
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass187,035 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    187,035 miles
    Test number
    141478915141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail187,024 miles (+2,115)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,024 miles
    Test number
    222382315196
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass184,909 miles (+11,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    184,909 miles
    Test number
    175125642412
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRust holes in both front inner sills but not in prescribed area

  9. Pass173,711 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    173,711 miles
    Test number
    986791902614
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCOSOSION NSF INNER SILL
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE NSF WHEEL RIM
    • AdvisoryOSR CHASSIS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE TRAVEL

  10. Fail173,711 miles (+5,112)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,711 miles
    Test number
    535722790608
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCOSOSION NSF INNER SILL
    • AdvisoryDAMAGE NSF WHEEL RIM
    • AdvisoryOSR CHASSIS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE TRAVEL

  11. Pass168,599 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    168,599 miles
    Test number
    503077475321
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail168,586 miles (+7,218)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,586 miles
    Test number
    400201937941
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass161,368 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    161,368 miles
    Test number
    858069459701
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail161,340 miles (+10,052)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,340 miles
    Test number
    373768095213
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass151,288 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    151,288 miles
    Test number
    563748965869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail151,272 miles (+11,904)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,272 miles
    Test number
    761935961218
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass139,368 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    199655453351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail139,348 miles (+9,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,348 miles
    Test number
    668946003585
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened d bush brakit (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass129,690 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,690 miles
    Test number
    398008727958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail129,689 miles (-166)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,689 miles
    Test number
    211737459494
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail129,855 miles (+4,741)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,855 miles
    Test number
    340583663329
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis close to top shocker mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis close to top spring mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis , close to top shocker mounting. (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just passes todays MOT test ,tyre will be needed in the near future. (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass125,114 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    125,114 miles
    Test number
    869013705100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail124,982 miles (+1,706)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,982 miles
    Test number
    445757795007
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteTHE EXHAUST HAS SOME CORROSION AND IS LEAKING FROM A CRACK . THE EXHAUST WILL NEED ATTENTION IN THE NEAR FUTURE.

  24. Pass123,276 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,276 miles
    Test number
    276367384019
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail123,276 miles (+5,670)9 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,276 miles
    Test number
    107496484467
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass117,606 miles (+3)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    117,606 miles
    Test number
    895389373094
    • NoteIntercooler air intake damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  27. Fail117,603 miles5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,603 miles
    Test number
    138438573451
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteIntercooler air intake damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  28. Pass95,110 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,110 km
    Test number
    749763582085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear bump stop rubbers missing

  29. Fail95,109 miles (+6,862)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,109 miles
    Test number
    379793782047
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear bump stop rubbers missing

  30. Pass88,247 miles (+3,640)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    88,247 miles
    Test number
    987235201120
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGE
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED

  31. Pass84,607 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,607 miles
    Test number
    161883260056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass80,893 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,893 miles
    Test number
    491206659086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass78,115 miles (+8,784)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    78,115 miles
    Test number
    772336447393
    • NoteCENTER AN D REAR EXHAUST SYSTEM IN POOR CONDITION
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO N/S REAR OUTER WHEEL RIM

  34. Pass69,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,331 miles
    Test number
    122288207497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M47 RTX

Does M47 RTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M47 RTX is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on M47 RTX?
The MOT on M47 RTX is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M47 RTX done?
M47 RTX was recorded at 205,338 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 7,111 miles a year.
Has M47 RTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M47 RTX has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on M47 RTX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M47 RTX find?
M47 RTX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack.

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