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Ford Bongo

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,990 cc

T447 LAFMOT history

T447 LAF is a white petrol Ford Bongo first used on 1 Apr 2012. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 244,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2024
Mileage
244,529 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T447 LAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Bongo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T447 LAF was last recorded at 244,529 miles on 2 Feb 2023, 5,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 May 2017: 61,958 miles, lower than 147,468 miles on 17 May 2016.
  • 22 May 2018: 180,169 miles, lower than 180,170 miles on 17 May 2018.

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
238,645 miles · 20 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,884 miles
Average per year
15,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 244,529 miles
  • 2021 – 238,645 miles
  • 2020 – 218,585 miles
  • 2019 – 200,168 miles
  • 2018 – 180,169 miles
  • 2017 – 61,958 miles
  • 2016 – 147,468 miles
  • 2015 – 132,316 miles
  • 2014 – 119,090 miles
  • 2012 – 78,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,529 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES D bushes have movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Condition of offside rear lamp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Headlights dim lenses opaque

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight wear in offside front linkarm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,529 miles (+5,884)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    244,529 miles
    Test number
    718155025714
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES D bushes have movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass238,645 miles (+20,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    238,645 miles
    Test number
    100874256366
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners

  3. Pass218,585 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    218,585 miles
    Test number
    407706467874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under body slight corrosion

  4. Fail218,570 miles (+18,402)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,570 miles
    Test number
    492576718540
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to rear pads low (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced cross member under radiator (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass200,168 miles (+19,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    200,168 miles
    Test number
    655095407906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp condition

  6. Pass180,169 miles (-1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    180,169 miles
    Test number
    627048421130
    • AdvisoryHeadlights dim lenses opaque

  7. Fail180,170 miles (+118,212)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,170 miles
    Test number
    384490443292
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryHeadlights dim lenses opaque

  8. Pass61,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,958 miles
    Test number
    931615687246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail61,958 miles (-85,510)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,958 miles
    Test number
    495105319164
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour damaged and showing white light (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour damaged and showing white light (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCondition of offside rear lamp

  10. Pass147,468 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    147,468 miles
    Test number
    822922933923
    • AdvisoryCondition of offside rear lamp
    • AdvisorySlight wear in offside front linkarm

  11. Fail147,468 miles (+15,152)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,468 miles
    Test number
    179005268640
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCondition of offside rear lamp
    • AdvisorySlight wear in offside front linkarm

  12. Pass132,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    132,316 miles
    Test number
    199495835139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,316 miles (+13,226)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,316 miles
    Test number
    119241535131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass119,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    505228114109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,372 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,372 km
    Test number
    698775313106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    578688652049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T447 LAF

Does T447 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T447 LAF expired on 1 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T447 LAF?
The MOT on T447 LAF expired on 1 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T447 LAF done?
T447 LAF was recorded at 244,529 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2023, an average of 15,182 miles a year.
Has T447 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T447 LAF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T447 LAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T447 LAF find?
T447 LAF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked; nearside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and cracking, and 2 more.

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