
Mazda Bongo
White and Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,490 cc
R482 VODMOT history
R482 VOD is a white and silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 175,516 km recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 175,516 km
- At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 32
- 19 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 8,081 km
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- R482 VOD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- Bongo
- Colour
- White and Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,490 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 31 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
R482 VOD was last recorded at 175,516 km on 22 Jan 2026, 5,934 km more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 169,582 km · 5 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 5,934 km
- Average per year
- 8,081 km
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 175,516 km
- 2025 – 169,582 km
- 2013 – 77,424 km
- 2010 – 52,036 km
- 2007 – 24,442 km
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both fronts & O/S/R (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damaged
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2014
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn
Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
32 tests since 14 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass175,516 km (+5,934)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 175,516 km
- Test number
- 243256358620
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both fronts & O/S/R (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damaged
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass169,582 km
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 169,582 km
- Test number
- 801343765465
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass158,494 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 158,494 miles
- Test number
- 717910880313
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail158,493 miles (+175)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,493 miles
- Test number
- 151329112089
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Fail158,318 miles (+79)15 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,318 miles
- Test number
- 667801619044
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced roof (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced roof (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface lamp lens damaged (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger inner arch corroded holes behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger inner arch corroded holes behind rear bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail158,239 miles (+6,498)6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,239 miles
- Test number
- 802101273574
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
Pass151,741 miles (+4,895)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 151,741 miles
- Test number
- 368351413507
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch - cross member end corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel filler pipe plastic cover above wheel, slightly loose
Pass146,846 miles (+472)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 146,846 miles
- Test number
- 237258450619
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail146,374 miles (+3,944)5 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,374 miles
- Test number
- 370632700888
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases over axle (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass142,430 miles (+6,266)3 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 142,430 miles
- Test number
- 682349178806
- MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember behind radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
Pass136,164 miles (+304)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 136,164 miles
- Test number
- 259839633181
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail135,860 miles (+8,790)2 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,860 miles
- Test number
- 902488311936
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass127,070 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2019
- Odometer
- 127,070 miles
- Test number
- 991199017927
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail127,069 miles (+10,379)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,069 miles
- Test number
- 546372845703
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass116,690 miles (+106)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2018
- Odometer
- 116,690 miles
- Test number
- 527434306819
- AdvisoryCentral Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail116,584 miles (+9,879)2 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,584 miles
- Test number
- 371255093975
- DangerousNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- DangerousOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- AdvisoryCentral Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass106,705 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2017
- Odometer
- 106,705 miles
- Test number
- 738076013511
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
Fail106,705 miles (+9,526)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,705 miles
- Test number
- 931838598055
- FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
Pass97,179 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2016
- Odometer
- 97,179 miles
- Test number
- 708121945108
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth rear tyres, inner and outer edges worn
- NoteFront brake pads low
Fail97,178 miles (+9,888)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,178 miles
- Test number
- 478944435150
- FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth rear tyres, inner and outer edges worn
- NoteFront brake pads low
Pass87,290 miles5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2015
- Odometer
- 87,290 miles
- Test number
- 727202234144
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteO/s rear tyre worn edges
- NoteSpare tyre excess deteriorated/split
Fail87,275 miles2 failures5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,275 miles
- Test number
- 128982234162
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteO/s rear tyre worn edges
- NoteSpare tyre excess deteriorated/split
Pass77,424 km
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2014
- Odometer
- 77,424 km
- Test number
- 556993833191
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail77,424 km1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,424 km
- Test number
- 565513733107
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass72,089 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2013
- Odometer
- 72,089 miles
- Test number
- 105620232128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail72,089 miles (+9,859)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,089 miles
- Test number
- 217190932426
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass62,230 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2012
- Odometer
- 62,230 miles
- Test number
- 298750431496
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,230 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,230 miles
- Test number
- 236000931471
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Pass52,036 km
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2011
- Odometer
- 52,036 km
- Test number
- 512952430146
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,498 miles (+9,160)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2010
- Odometer
- 42,498 miles
- Test number
- 141532839107
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass33,338 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2009
- Odometer
- 33,338 miles
- Test number
- 334314538130
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,442 km5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2008
- Odometer
- 24,442 km
- Test number
- 794534037114
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteFront brake pads 3mm thick
- NoteRadiator lower hose slightly damp
- NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
- NoteSlgiht corrosion nearside engine mount
Questions about R482 VOD
- Does R482 VOD currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R482 VOD is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on R482 VOD?
- The MOT on R482 VOD is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has R482 VOD done?
- R482 VOD was recorded at 175,516 km at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 8,081 km a year.
- Has R482 VOD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. R482 VOD has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on R482 VOD 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 R482 VOD find?
- R482 VOD passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both fronts & o/s/r; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 4 more.
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