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Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver · Petrol · 1999

T183 BFWMOT history

T183 BFW is a silver petrol Mazda Bongo Friendee first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
144,803 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T183 BFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo Friendee
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T183 BFW was last recorded at 144,803 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,798 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,803 miles
  • 2025 – 142,417 miles
  • 2024 – 139,138 miles
  • 2023 – 129,726 miles
  • 2022 – 123,431 miles
  • 2021 – 118,507 miles
  • 2019 – 110,070 miles
  • 2018 – 97,342 miles
  • 2017 – 92,055 miles
  • 2016 – 86,526 miles
  • 2015 – 85,610 miles
  • 2014 – 84,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,803 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,803 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    144,803 miles
    Test number
    811921542582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail144,798 miles (+2,381)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    293100792809
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Spare (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass142,417 miles (+3,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,417 miles
    Test number
    349487720796
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,138 miles (+9,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,138 miles
    Test number
    772291383899
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass129,726 miles (+6,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,726 miles
    Test number
    165577617847
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass123,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,431 miles
    Test number
    712003574399
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail123,431 miles (+4,924)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,431 miles
    Test number
    191757262431
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass118,507 miles (+8,437)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,507 miles
    Test number
    400127634599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,070 miles (+12,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,070 miles
    Test number
    180073097032
    • AdvisoryInner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,342 miles
    Test number
    813942258958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,342 miles (+5,287)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,342 miles
    Test number
    763817509350
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI SPLIT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT (4.2.1 (a))

  12. Pass92,055 miles (+5,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,055 miles
    Test number
    216787359620
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass86,526 miles (+916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    647095767072
    • AdvisoryCentre Propshaft Universal Joint v.slight play
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S and O/S (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,610 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    628392785185
    • NoteFront grill insecure--

  15. Fail85,610 miles (+1,270)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    359940985138
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront grill insecure--

  16. Pass84,340 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,340 miles
    Test number
    136514084141
    • NoteBoth front tyres,perished -in very poor condition,deep cracks appearing-dangerous--front grill,insecure--

  17. Fail84,340 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,340 miles
    Test number
    456443884190
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres,perished -in very poor condition,deep cracks appearing-dangerous--front grill,insecure--

  18. Pass83,539 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,539 km
    Test number
    866264753142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail83,539 km (+790)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,539 km
    Test number
    486214543151
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise, condition of wiper blades.

  20. Pass82,749 km (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,749 km
    Test number
    678708852108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,555 km (+7,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,555 km
    Test number
    276127131134
    • NoteAdvise, although the speedometer is expressed in MPH the vehicle presenter claims that the odometer is recording KM's and the VT20 shows KM's.

  22. Pass71,739 km (+8,166)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,739 km
    Test number
    890270060158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,573 km (+7,482)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,573 km
    Test number
    844795659148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,091 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,091 km
    Test number
    494098858197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T183 BFW

Does T183 BFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T183 BFW is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T183 BFW?
The MOT on T183 BFW is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T183 BFW done?
T183 BFW was recorded at 144,803 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has T183 BFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T183 BFW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T183 BFW 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 T183 BFW find?
T183 BFW passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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