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Mazda Bongo

Blue and Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T285 TRHMOT history

T285 TRH is a blue and silver petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 174,082 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
174,082 km
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,919 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 TRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 TRH was last recorded at 174,082 km on 15 Apr 2026, 21,372 km more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
152,710 km · 10 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
21,372 km
Average per year
4,919 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,082 km
  • 2021 – 152,710 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,082 km

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,082 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    174,082 km
    Test number
    699660164069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail174,039 miles (+4,983)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,039 miles
    Test number
    522386102984
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass169,056 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    169,056 miles
    Test number
    360752784679
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail168,908 miles (+4,460)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,908 miles
    Test number
    580609334671
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass164,448 miles (+5,463)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    164,448 miles
    Test number
    142211800504
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass158,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,985 miles
    Test number
    550017171812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass152,710 km2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,710 km
    Test number
    414002779042
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Fail152,693 miles (+3,951)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,693 miles
    Test number
    230583560138
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass148,742 miles (+9,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,742 miles
    Test number
    986787136038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass139,563 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,563 miles
    Test number
    217413589000
    • AdvisoryHeadlights in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail139,548 miles (+3,213)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,548 miles
    Test number
    351277209802
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass136,335 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,335 miles
    Test number
    588763659191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail136,330 miles (+9,462)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,330 miles
    Test number
    648141887087
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass126,868 miles (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,868 miles
    Test number
    146995571519
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Fail126,674 miles (+14,236)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,674 miles
    Test number
    961387895695
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass112,438 miles (+11,346)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    428401181175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    101,092 miles
    Test number
    105212415081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T285 TRH

Does T285 TRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 TRH is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 TRH?
The MOT on T285 TRH is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 TRH done?
T285 TRH was recorded at 174,082 km at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,919 km a year.
Has T285 TRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 TRH has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T285 TRH 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 TRH find?
T285 TRH passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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