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Mazda Bongo

White and Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,490 cc

R690 PELMOT history

R690 PEL is a white and silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 209,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
209,105 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R690 PEL
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 expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R690 PEL was last recorded at 209,105 miles on 20 Aug 2024, 586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,519 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
586 miles
Average per year
6,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 209,105 miles
  • 2023 – 208,519 miles
  • 2022 – 206,800 miles
  • 2021 – 200,070 miles
  • 2020 – 199,365 miles
  • 2019 – 196,060 miles
  • 2017 – 193,359 miles
  • 2009 – 105,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,105 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed underneath brake pipes, brake hoses and suspension components
  • AdvisoryWelding repaired and under sealed in various places inner sills

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Both front brake pipes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Extensive welding repairs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,105 miles (+586)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    209,105 miles
    Test number
    943143894289
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed underneath brake pipes, brake hoses and suspension components
    • AdvisoryWelding repaired and under sealed in various places inner sills
  2. Pass208,519 miles (+1,719)3 minor30 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    208,519 miles
    Test number
    250942025593
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis and components
  3. Pass206,800 miles (+6,730)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    206,800 miles
    Test number
    350565212887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass200,070 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    200,070 miles
    Test number
    830073726884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass199,365 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    199,365 miles
    Test number
    441859118825
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheels wider alloys fitted
    • AdvisoryExtensive welding repairs
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member repaired with fibre glass
  6. Fail199,346 miles (+305)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,346 miles
    Test number
    466635732248
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside rear wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExtensive welding repairs
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member repaired with fibre glass
  7. Fail199,041 miles (+2,981)15 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,041 miles
    Test number
    296593179799
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corrided
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member full of fibre glass
  8. Pass196,060 miles (+2,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    196,060 miles
    Test number
    602566291452
    • AdvisoryInner wheel arches weld repairs and corrosion
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs to rear chassis
  9. Pass193,359 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    193,359 miles
    Test number
    332445617359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Fail193,357 miles4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,357 miles
    Test number
    227022559943
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sills (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sills (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sills (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sills (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass185,153 km10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    185,153 km
    Test number
    961579304161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded , middle section
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded, middle section
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded , middle section
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded but outside prescribed area
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
  12. Fail185,153 km (+12,703)7 failures1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,153 km
    Test number
    478504327266
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded , middle section
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded, middle section
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded , middle section
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
  13. Pass172,450 km (+12,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,450 km
    Test number
    810011465422
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
  14. Pass159,814 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    159,814 km
    Test number
    137378554243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail159,814 km (+11,386)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,814 km
    Test number
    287158454280
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  16. Pass148,428 km (+10,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    148,428 km
    Test number
    968163363232
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass138,012 km (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    138,012 km
    Test number
    385729262451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail137,852 km (+10,765)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,852 km
    Test number
    528354362233
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass127,087 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    127,087 km
    Test number
    445673861200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail127,087 km (+12,152)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,087 km
    Test number
    935453861231
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass114,935 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    114,935 km
    Test number
    161048950253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail114,935 km1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,935 km
    Test number
    364228850400
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Pass105,485 miles (+242)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    803647059266
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s number plate lamp dim
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
  24. Fail105,243 miles4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,243 miles
    Test number
    592610559244
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s number plate lamp dim
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
  25. Pass93,729 km (+517)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,729 km
    Test number
    622137448276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail93,212 km (+12,317)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,212 km
    Test number
    503880648291
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  27. Pass80,895 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,895 km
    Test number
    272428427291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,895 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,895 km
    Test number
    630566227285
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about R690 PEL

Does R690 PEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R690 PEL expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R690 PEL?
The MOT on R690 PEL expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R690 PEL done?
R690 PEL was recorded at 209,105 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2024, an average of 6,947 miles a year.
Has R690 PEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R690 PEL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on R690 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 R690 PEL find?
R690 PEL passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint, and 2 more.

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