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Mazda Bongo Friendee

Orange · Diesel · 1997 · 2,490 cc

R293 PELMOT history

R293 PEL is an orange diesel Mazda Bongo Friendee first used on 14 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,812 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R293 PEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo Friendee
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R293 PEL was last recorded at 176,812 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 3,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,776 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,036 miles
Average per year
3,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,812 miles
  • 2025 – 173,776 miles
  • 2024 – 169,441 miles
  • 2023 – 161,290 miles
  • 2022 – 158,398 miles
  • 2018 – 154,255 miles
  • 2016 – 148,233 miles
  • 2015 – 147,966 miles
  • 2014 – 141,455 miles
  • 2012 – 129,528 miles
  • 2011 – 125,802 miles
  • 2010 – 125,540 miles
  • 2009 – 113,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,812 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,812 miles (+3,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,812 miles
    Test number
    163925014553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass173,776 miles (+4,335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    173,776 miles
    Test number
    526691498282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass169,441 miles (+8,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    169,441 miles
    Test number
    506956568589
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass161,290 miles (+2,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    161,290 miles
    Test number
    546639451959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass158,398 miles (+107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,398 miles
    Test number
    124428333284
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail158,291 miles (+4,036)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,291 miles
    Test number
    838673025295
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bootlid (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Pass154,255 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    154,255 miles
    Test number
    831823968088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,248 miles (+6,015)1 dangerous6 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,248 miles
    Test number
    599091191309
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass148,233 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    148,233 miles
    Test number
    122272358990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,966 miles (+6,511)8 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,966 miles
    Test number
    546356695122
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteAll suspension parts corroded
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass141,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    141,455 miles
    Test number
    258966894470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,150 km
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    139,150 km
    Test number
    858293413269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail139,150 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,150 km
    Test number
    108523113248
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass129,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    129,528 miles
    Test number
    176963292140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,812 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    125,812 km
    Test number
    105852621208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,802 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,802 miles
    Test number
    147081021231
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass125,540 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    125,540 km
    Test number
    381982330209
    • NoteExhaust leaking

  18. Fail125,540 miles (+12,110)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,540 miles
    Test number
    522998220263
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExhaust leaking

  19. Fail113,430 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,430 miles
    Test number
    594648789123
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Pass113,430 km (+16,106)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    113,430 km
    Test number
    672488989166
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass97,324 km (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    97,324 km
    Test number
    770408968102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail97,130 km (+5,619)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,130 km
    Test number
    271820958444
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass91,511 km (+6,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,511 km
    Test number
    943787877141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass85,321 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,321 km
    Test number
    272480276437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R293 PEL

Does R293 PEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R293 PEL is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R293 PEL?
The MOT on R293 PEL is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R293 PEL done?
R293 PEL was recorded at 176,812 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,744 miles a year.
Has R293 PEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R293 PEL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on R293 PEL 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 R293 PEL find?
R293 PEL passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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