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Mazda Bongo

Blue and Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,490 cc

S98 OTRMOT history

S98 OTR is a blue and grey diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 231,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
231,398 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 OTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 OTR was last recorded at 231,398 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,391 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,398 miles
  • 2025 – 228,925 miles
  • 2024 – 225,170 miles
  • 2023 – 222,559 miles
  • 2022 – 218,441 miles
  • 2021 – 214,708 miles
  • 2016 – 191,756 miles
  • 2015 – 180,669 miles
  • 2014 – 169,791 miles
  • 2013 – 159,990 miles
  • 2012 – 149,025 miles
  • 2011 – 138,325 miles
  • 2010 – 121,231 miles
  • 2009 – 115,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,398 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive front differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,398 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    231,398 miles
    Test number
    707435862626
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Sills corroded

  2. Fail231,391 miles (+2,466)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,391 miles
    Test number
    380935815961
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Sills corroded

  3. Pass228,925 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    228,925 miles
    Test number
    600089767663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail228,924 miles (+3,754)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,924 miles
    Test number
    919462531358
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass225,170 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    225,170 miles
    Test number
    863251589724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail225,169 miles (+2,610)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,169 miles
    Test number
    409734494170
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass222,559 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    222,559 miles
    Test number
    226814680384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail222,558 miles (+4,117)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,558 miles
    Test number
    830681111191
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass218,441 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    218,441 miles
    Test number
    702129465053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Fail218,437 miles (+3,729)1 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,437 miles
    Test number
    208107444130
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  11. Pass214,708 miles (+25)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    214,708 miles
    Test number
    816467538619
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam images poor
    • AdvisoryImbalance between parking brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished,worn on both edges and at 2mm - advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil seepage
    • AdvisorySpare tyre under inflated
    • AdvisorySteering rack rubber mounts have movement
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion,some excessive

  12. Fail214,683 miles2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,683 miles
    Test number
    318949655196
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam images poor
    • AdvisoryImbalance between parking brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished,worn on both edges and at 2mm - advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil seepage
    • AdvisorySpare tyre under inflated
    • AdvisorySteering rack rubber mounts have movement
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion,some excessive

  13. Pass211,572 km (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    211,572 km
    Test number
    899436880135
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both front outriggers

  14. Fail211,548 km (+4,018)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,548 km
    Test number
    608778987844
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both front outriggers

  15. Pass207,530 km (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    207,530 km
    Test number
    123622809241
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill excessively corroded just over 30cm from a suspension component
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Fail207,529 km (+6,471)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,529 km
    Test number
    257710321181
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill excessively corroded just over 30cm from a suspension component
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass201,058 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    201,058 km
    Test number
    681368552411
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front & Rear (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail201,058 km2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,058 km
    Test number
    536928673528
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front & Rear (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass191,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    191,756 miles
    Test number
    694161389405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail191,756 miles (+11,087)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,756 miles
    Test number
    233877812403
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass180,669 miles (+10,878)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    180,669 miles
    Test number
    595672165336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass169,791 miles (+9,801)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    169,791 miles
    Test number
    136286044280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail159,990 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,990 miles
    Test number
    346010743239
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass159,990 miles (+10,965)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    159,990 miles
    Test number
    859900343287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass149,025 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    825500952206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail149,016 miles (+10,691)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,016 miles
    Test number
    356802942434
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass138,325 miles (+17,094)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    138,325 miles
    Test number
    177612221252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass121,231 miles (+5,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    121,231 miles
    Test number
    954662180115
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  29. Pass115,638 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    115,638 miles
    Test number
    240770479114
    • NotePlease note we have to check the car inside rear for the seat belts.

  30. Fail115,638 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,638 miles
    Test number
    894840479171
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NotePlease note we have to check the car inside rear for the seat belts.

  31. Pass102,690 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,690 km
    Test number
    553342668187
    • NoteO/s/f lower wish bone front bush cushining spacer missing

Questions about S98 OTR

Does S98 OTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S98 OTR is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S98 OTR?
The MOT on S98 OTR is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S98 OTR done?
S98 OTR was recorded at 231,398 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 6,872 miles a year.
Has S98 OTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 OTR has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S98 OTR 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 S98 OTR find?
S98 OTR passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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