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Mazda Bongo

Black · Diesel · 1995 · 2,500 cc

M577 UBUMOT history

M577 UBU is a black diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 229,609 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
229,609 km
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,848 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M577 UBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M577 UBU was last recorded at 229,609 km on 6 Jun 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2024: 217,842 km, lower than 219,954 km on 11 Jul 2023.

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
229,609 km · 22 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
5,848 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,609 km
  • 2025 – 224,222 km
  • 2024 – 217,842 km
  • 2023 – 219,954 km
  • 2022 – 219,102 km
  • 2021 – 217,100 km
  • 2020 – 215,632 km
  • 2018 – 201,333 km
  • 2013 – 165,976 km
  • 2012 – 163,966 km
  • 2011 – 161,817 km
  • 2010 – 151,869 km
  • 2009 – 141,740 km
  • 2007 – 120,435 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,609 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

36 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,609 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    229,609 km
    Test number
    219779127177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail229,609 km (+5,387)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,609 km
    Test number
    504228684726
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill next to step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass224,222 km (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    224,222 km
    Test number
    610556309678
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in underseal including pipes hoses suspension etc
  4. Fail224,178 km (+6,336)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,178 km
    Test number
    761834028322
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill area and sill to chassis mount marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed including brake hoses pipes chassis
  5. Pass217,842 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    217,842 km
    Test number
    963493356820
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal Whole vehicle freshly undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail217,842 km (-2,112)1 dangerous19 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,842 km
    Test number
    981182603181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached "D" bush detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Flitch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged Webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Rack (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Pass219,954 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    219,954 km
    Test number
    433594983916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail219,952 km (+850)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,952 km
    Test number
    472377409836
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass219,102 km (+331)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    219,102 km
    Test number
    209919589673
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Fail218,771 km (+1,671)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,771 km
    Test number
    531882348992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass217,100 km (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    217,100 km
    Test number
    487564321574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repairs covered in under seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Fail217,067 km (+1,435)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,067 km
    Test number
    915444230031
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass215,632 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    215,632 km
    Test number
    935337054599
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underneath, especially visible in O/S front turret, both rear structures beside forward spring hangers and chassis rails.
  14. Fail215,632 km1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,632 km
    Test number
    722594654765
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty underneath, especially visible in O/S front turret, both rear structures beside forward spring hangers and chassis rails.
  15. Pass209,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    209,220 miles
    Test number
    843370164349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Fail209,220 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,220 miles
    Test number
    275158479141
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  17. Pass201,333 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    201,333 km
    Test number
    948900988487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail201,322 miles (+9,444)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,322 miles
    Test number
    540324389514
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass191,878 miles (+10,386)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    191,878 miles
    Test number
    589199567089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass181,492 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    181,492 miles
    Test number
    922176547427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail181,480 miles (+6,051)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,480 miles
    Test number
    218101778636
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
  22. Pass175,429 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    175,429 miles
    Test number
    837327625041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  23. Fail175,429 miles (+3)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,429 miles
    Test number
    148326625485
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  24. Fail175,426 miles6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,426 miles
    Test number
    285508854328
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteKnocking from front
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass165,976 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    165,976 km
    Test number
    789585643317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass163,967 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    163,967 miles
    Test number
    509465752328
    • NoteFront top suspension bearings noisey when turned through full lock
    • NoteHeater pipes have surface corrosion
    • NoteO/s wing mirror glass is of tempoary type
  27. Fail163,966 km (+2,149)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,966 km
    Test number
    596343552394
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteHeater pipes have surface corrosion
    • NoteO/s wing mirror glass is of tempoary type
  28. Pass161,817 km (+2)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    161,817 km
    Test number
    437436601314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteAll rear seats folded flat at time of test
    • NoteSlight corrosion under body
  29. Fail161,815 km (+9,946)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,815 km
    Test number
    159925401321
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteAll rear seats folded flat at time of test
    • NoteSlight corrosion under body
  30. Pass151,869 km (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    151,869 km
    Test number
    473766710366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail151,827 km (+10,087)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,827 km
    Test number
    482297600347
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  32. Pass141,740 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    141,740 km
    Test number
    463022429466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass127,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    301875288246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail127,996 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    870974588248
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
  35. Pass120,435 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    120,435 km
    Test number
    931458577256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass102,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    102,598 miles
    Test number
    141126886283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M577 UBU

Does M577 UBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M577 UBU is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on M577 UBU?
The MOT on M577 UBU is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M577 UBU done?
M577 UBU was recorded at 229,609 km at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 5,848 km a year.
Has M577 UBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M577 UBU has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M577 UBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M577 UBU find?
M577 UBU passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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