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Mazda Bongo

Black · Diesel · 1997 · 2,499 cc

P39 HBCMOT history

P39 HBC is a black diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 170,514 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,514 km
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P39 HBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P39 HBC was last recorded at 170,514 km on 10 Aug 2026, 50 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,464 km · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
50 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,514 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,514 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened crossmember has holes in both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,514 km (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,514 km
    Test number
    380798039137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened crossmember has holes in both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail170,464 km11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,464 km
    Test number
    282331324064
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s 160 o/s 100 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Cross members corroded and holed both sides.

  3. Pass167,000 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    167,000 miles
    Test number
    972017827614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass163,627 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,627 miles
    Test number
    655821005813
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail163,627 miles (+4,040)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,627 miles
    Test number
    214388184883
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass159,587 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,587 miles
    Test number
    710971464467
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail159,582 miles (+1,198)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,582 miles
    Test number
    930537656327
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced crossmember (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass158,384 miles (+817)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,384 miles
    Test number
    329048997311
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear fog light slightly discoloured

  9. Pass157,567 miles (+9,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,567 miles
    Test number
    672352885756
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  10. Pass148,176 miles (+12,058)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,176 miles
    Test number
    719475969740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,118 miles (+173)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,118 miles
    Test number
    131461129246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  12. Fail135,945 miles (+194)2 dangerous13 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,945 miles
    Test number
    261748255107
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the under side
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion to the n/s/r but not with in 30cm of any suspension or seat belt mounting
    • AdvisoryLeft horn button on the steering wheel is inop
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in a very poor condition

  13. Pass135,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,751 miles
    Test number
    155767961751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,751 miles (+580)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,751 miles
    Test number
    967710275635
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass135,171 miles (+16)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    135,171 miles
    Test number
    109187995481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSIDE DOOR NOT OPENING
    • NoteUNDER BODY CORRESION

  16. Fail135,155 miles3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,155 miles
    Test number
    245437685064
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSIDE DOOR NOT OPENING
    • NoteUNDER BODY CORRESION

Questions about P39 HBC

Does P39 HBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P39 HBC is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P39 HBC?
The MOT on P39 HBC is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P39 HBC done?
P39 HBC was recorded at 170,514 km at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026.
Has P39 HBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P39 HBC has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P39 HBC 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 P39 HBC find?
P39 HBC passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened crossmember has holes in both sides.

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