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Ford Bongo

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,490 cc

N646 FHLMOT history

N646 FHL is a white diesel Ford Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 114,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
114,019 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N646 FHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Bongo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N646 FHL was last recorded at 114,019 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 3,808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,211 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,808 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,019 miles
  • 2024 – 110,211 miles
  • 2022 – 108,134 miles
  • 2021 – 105,208 miles
  • 2020 – 102,096 miles
  • 2019 – 97,444 miles
  • 2018 – 95,170 miles
  • 2017 – 93,391 miles
  • 2016 – 90,073 miles
  • 2014 – 88,675 miles
  • 2013 – 86,833 miles
  • 2012 – 84,573 miles
  • 2011 – 82,351 miles
  • 2009 – 73,705 miles
  • 2007 – 64,973 miles
  • 2006 – 53,019 miles
  • 2005 – 49,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,019 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front d bushes.......

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,019 miles (+3,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,019 miles
    Test number
    657599953165
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass110,211 miles (+2,077)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,211 miles
    Test number
    781274818059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,134 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    108,134 miles
    Test number
    168906607539
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front d bushes....... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail108,127 miles (+2,919)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,127 miles
    Test number
    144610292979
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill and sill end in wheel arch........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end in wheel arch........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front d bushes....... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis....... (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass105,208 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,208 miles
    Test number
    832453046131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and offside rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAllrear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort only jet met limit
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  6. Fail105,206 miles (+3,110)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,206 miles
    Test number
    105749523644
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and offside rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAllrear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort only jet met limit
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  7. Pass102,096 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    102,096 miles
    Test number
    438889508674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced complete suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced complete suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisoryBatterys flat
  8. Fail102,094 miles (+4,650)2 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,094 miles
    Test number
    878981997981
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect has a film over headlamp (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting middle seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect has a film over headlamp (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting middle seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced complete suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced complete suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisoryBatterys flat
  9. Pass97,444 miles (+2,274)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,444 miles
    Test number
    451037881526
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass95,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    249232166283
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner D bushes x 2 (2.4.G.2)
  11. Fail95,170 miles (+1,779)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    307081417267
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner D bushes x 2 (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass93,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    224232167704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail93,391 miles (+3,318)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    716362977897
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass90,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,073 miles
    Test number
    957043902627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,073 miles (+1,398)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,073 miles
    Test number
    818095136225
    • FailureHeadlamp incorrect colour both fronts (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts wear on outer edges (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass88,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,675 miles
    Test number
    729941674007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,675 miles (+1,842)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,675 miles
    Test number
    317041074083
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass86,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,833 miles
    Test number
    187491583080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,833 miles (+2,260)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,833 miles
    Test number
    699231183022
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
  20. Pass84,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    105308582002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,573 miles (+2,222)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    147251482411
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  22. Pass82,351 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,351 miles
    Test number
    298167431436
    • NoteAdvise that the head lightsneed looking at slightl blurd
  23. Fail82,351 km (+6,120)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,351 km
    Test number
    568685521169
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteAdvise that the head lightsneed looking at slightl blurd
  24. Fail76,231 km2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,231 km
    Test number
    824234540107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  25. Pass76,231 km
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,231 km
    Test number
    900984440143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,705 miles (+8,732)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,705 miles
    Test number
    554384469079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,973 miles (+11,954)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,973 miles
    Test number
    603361357341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,019 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,019 miles
    Test number
    763929046226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    49,053 miles
    Test number
    612711985125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N646 FHL

Does N646 FHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N646 FHL expired on 18 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N646 FHL?
The MOT on N646 FHL expired on 18 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N646 FHL done?
N646 FHL was recorded at 114,019 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has N646 FHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N646 FHL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on N646 FHL 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 N646 FHL find?
N646 FHL passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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