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Mazda Bongo

Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T285 SBDMOT history

T285 SBD is a petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 202,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
202,981 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 SBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 SBD was last recorded at 202,981 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 8,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
194,109 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,872 miles
Average per year
8,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,981 miles
  • 2025 – 194,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,981 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,981 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    202,981 miles
    Test number
    145544935792
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail202,981 miles (+8,872)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,981 miles
    Test number
    600041066605
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass194,109 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    194,109 miles
    Test number
    726756343357
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass184,344 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    184,344 km
    Test number
    642940199341
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail184,344 km (+7,004)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,344 km
    Test number
    567569445991
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass177,340 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    177,340 km
    Test number
    542616072007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail177,340 km (+10,679)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,340 km
    Test number
    252586835903
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass166,661 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    166,661 km
    Test number
    769762257296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail166,661 km (+9,035)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,661 km
    Test number
    275796331023
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass157,626 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,626 km
    Test number
    724349346143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,626 km (+7,278)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,626 km
    Test number
    981033492991
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  12. Pass150,348 km (+15)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    150,348 km
    Test number
    195430803025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail150,333 km (+10,857)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,333 km
    Test number
    559924150561
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass139,476 km (+11,464)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,476 km
    Test number
    991284668092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass128,012 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,012 km
    Test number
    861108778594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T285 SBD

Does T285 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 SBD is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 SBD?
The MOT on T285 SBD is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 SBD done?
T285 SBD was recorded at 202,981 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 8,806 miles a year.
Has T285 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 SBD has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T285 SBD 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 T285 SBD find?
T285 SBD passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush, and 1 more.

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