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Mazda Bongo

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T281 BFWMOT history

T281 BFW is a white diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 236,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
236,075 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 BFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 BFW was last recorded at 236,075 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2011: 18,759 miles, lower than 163,724 miles on 6 May 2010.
  • 3 Oct 2017: 22,898 miles, lower than 227,729 miles on 9 Jun 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
236,065 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 236,075 miles
  • 2024 – 235,274 miles
  • 2023 – 234,647 miles
  • 2022 – 233,894 miles
  • 2021 – 233,210 miles
  • 2020 – 232,731 miles
  • 2019 – 232,082 miles
  • 2018 – 231,756 miles
  • 2017 – 22,898 miles
  • 2016 – 227,729 miles
  • 2015 – 225,901 miles
  • 2014 – 214,534 miles
  • 2013 – 202,755 miles
  • 2012 – 194,433 miles
  • 2011 – 18,759 miles
  • 2010 – 163,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,075 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,075 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    236,075 miles
    Test number
    337058400963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail236,065 miles (+791)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,065 miles
    Test number
    863758320411
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Middle To Rear Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Floor/Arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass235,274 miles (+85)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    235,274 miles
    Test number
    871809625372
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail235,189 miles (+542)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,189 miles
    Test number
    770641924222
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Middle sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Front Arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass234,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    234,647 miles
    Test number
    882760439698
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Fail234,647 miles (+753)5 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,647 miles
    Test number
    997310760976
    • DangerousFront Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass233,894 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    233,894 miles
    Test number
    280355508323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail233,757 miles (+547)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,757 miles
    Test number
    143564085219
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in treads,215/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch,marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch,marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass233,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    233,210 miles
    Test number
    266047677920
    • 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))

  10. Fail233,210 miles (+479)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,210 miles
    Test number
    177176796351
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass232,731 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    232,731 miles
    Test number
    383957034246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail232,724 miles (+642)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,724 miles
    Test number
    527172482475
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front to back off inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass232,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    232,082 miles
    Test number
    977803910709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail232,082 miles (+326)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,082 miles
    Test number
    396864337605
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass231,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    231,756 miles
    Test number
    111713175812
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  16. Fail231,756 miles (+208,858)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,756 miles
    Test number
    769069802982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  17. Pass22,898 miles (-204,831)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    22,898 miles
    Test number
    437229182136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass227,729 miles (+1,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    227,729 miles
    Test number
    278342927066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass225,901 miles (+11,367)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    225,901 miles
    Test number
    815397745115
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass214,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    214,534 miles
    Test number
    758246354101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail214,534 miles (+11,779)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,534 miles
    Test number
    308145054125
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass202,755 miles (+8,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    202,755 miles
    Test number
    995554753174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass194,433 miles (+175,674)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    194,433 miles
    Test number
    115926232173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,759 miles
    Test number
    268279801179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,759 miles (-144,965)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,759 miles
    Test number
    247306701453
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

  26. Pass163,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    163,724 miles
    Test number
    752406620118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail163,724 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,724 miles
    Test number
    164705720189
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass109,188 km
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    109,188 km
    Test number
    582954339141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 BFW

Does T281 BFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 BFW is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T281 BFW?
The MOT on T281 BFW is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 BFW done?
T281 BFW was recorded at 236,075 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 4,678 miles a year.
Has T281 BFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 BFW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T281 BFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T281 BFW find?
T281 BFW passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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