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Mazda Bongo

White and Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T242 BFWMOT history

T242 BFW is a white and silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2022 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 222,673 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2022
Mileage
222,673 km
At MOT on 21 Jun 2022
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,425 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 BFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T242 BFW was last recorded at 222,673 km on 21 Jun 2022, 4,468 km more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,205 km · 21 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
4,468 km
Average per year
6,425 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 222,673 km
  • 2021 – 218,205 km
  • 2020 – 215,060 km
  • 2019 – 209,261 km
  • 2018 – 202,466 km
  • 2016 – 181,160 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail222,673 km
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside inner sill middle and front slight corosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outersill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside middle inner sill slight corosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail222,673 km (+4,468)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,673 km
    Test number
    600927772907
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass218,205 km (+3,145)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    218,205 km
    Test number
    979952976971
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on outter edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle generally corroded

  3. Pass215,060 km (+5,799)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    215,060 km
    Test number
    513792251029
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass209,261 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    209,261 km
    Test number
    772430833690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill middle and front slight corosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside middle inner sill slight corosion

  5. Fail209,261 km (+6,795)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,261 km
    Test number
    603536666021
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill middle and front slight corosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside middle inner sill slight corosion

  6. Pass202,466 km
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    202,466 km
    Test number
    944273148260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass181,165 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    181,165 miles
    Test number
    863243237563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front lights (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail181,160 km5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,160 km
    Test number
    122487834227
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front lights (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass159,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    159,757 miles
    Test number
    958836734384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail159,752 miles (+6,702)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,752 miles
    Test number
    619896434392
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass153,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    153,050 miles
    Test number
    459586143300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,046 miles (+10,135)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,046 miles
    Test number
    515686443383
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side front tyre has cuts in sidewall but not showing the ply cords

  13. Pass142,911 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    142,911 miles
    Test number
    589947542371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail142,904 miles (+18,546)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,904 miles
    Test number
    655896942312
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass124,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    124,358 miles
    Test number
    279812941315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail124,358 miles (+24,130)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,358 miles
    Test number
    435222841456
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass100,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,228 miles
    Test number
    825263811099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T242 BFW

Does T242 BFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T242 BFW expired on 9 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T242 BFW?
The MOT on T242 BFW expired on 9 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T242 BFW done?
T242 BFW was recorded at 222,673 km at its MOT on 21 Jun 2022, an average of 6,425 km a year.
Has T242 BFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 BFW has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T242 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 T242 BFW find?
T242 BFW failed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 9 more.

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