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Mazda Bongo

Grey and Silver · Diesel · 1996 · 2,490 cc

P429 HBCMOT history

P429 HBC is a grey and silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 5 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 220,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
220,235 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P429 HBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Grey and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
5 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P429 HBC was last recorded at 220,235 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 1,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,626 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,609 miles
Average per year
6,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,235 miles
  • 2025 – 218,626 miles
  • 2024 – 216,325 miles
  • 2023 – 211,077 miles
  • 2022 – 201,838 miles
  • 2021 – 193,694 miles
  • 2020 – 187,409 miles
  • 2018 – 170,407 miles
  • 2017 – 164,160 miles
  • 2016 – 155,495 miles
  • 2015 – 146,606 miles
  • 2014 – 134,515 miles
  • 2013 – 133,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,235 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D/RUBBERS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,235 miles (+1,609)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    220,235 miles
    Test number
    243966571230
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside
  2. Pass218,626 miles (+2,301)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    218,626 miles
    Test number
    809145349034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass216,325 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    216,325 miles
    Test number
    621731531117
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D/RUBBERS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail216,318 miles (+5,241)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,318 miles
    Test number
    955089000204
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting in two places on the sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting in two places on the inner sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D/RUBBERS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass211,077 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    211,077 miles
    Test number
    294501584888
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail211,077 miles (+9,239)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,077 miles
    Test number
    136024091732
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass201,838 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    201,838 miles
    Test number
    282018219412
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive automatic gear box pipes corroded and leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion
  8. Fail201,838 miles (+8,144)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,838 miles
    Test number
    439715762666
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking possible steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive automatic gear box pipes corroded and leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass193,694 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    193,694 miles
    Test number
    115165410738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks from various components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail193,694 miles (+6,285)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,694 miles
    Test number
    227507970353
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks from various components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass187,409 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    187,409 miles
    Test number
    983790713429
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Both front (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  12. Pass181,541 km (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    181,541 km
    Test number
    117827775490
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody covered in underseal
  13. Fail181,415 km5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,415 km
    Test number
    185921582797
    • MajorCentral Rear Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper arms out of alignment.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass170,407 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    170,407 miles
    Test number
    320716914627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail170,406 miles (+6,246)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,406 miles
    Test number
    564205431176
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass164,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,160 miles
    Test number
    650563900848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a body mounting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Fail164,160 km (+8,665)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,160 km
    Test number
    434425747730
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a body mounting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass155,495 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    155,495 km
    Test number
    817021547315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
  19. Fail155,495 miles (+8,889)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,495 miles
    Test number
    874358271607
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
  20. Pass146,606 miles (+12,091)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    146,606 miles
    Test number
    995098175090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass134,515 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    134,515 miles
    Test number
    986356954052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass133,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    133,425 miles
    Test number
    739835463093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P429 HBC

Does P429 HBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P429 HBC is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P429 HBC?
The MOT on P429 HBC is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P429 HBC done?
P429 HBC was recorded at 220,235 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 6,442 miles a year.
Has P429 HBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P429 HBC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on P429 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 P429 HBC find?
P429 HBC passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; rear rear fog lamp insecure; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2, and 10 more.

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