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Mazda Bongo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,990 cc

T449 LAFMOT history

T449 LAF is a silver petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 205,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
205,358 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T449 LAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T449 LAF was last recorded at 205,358 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,349 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
9,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,358 miles
  • 2025 – 198,409 miles
  • 2024 – 187,409 miles
  • 2023 – 180,040 miles
  • 2022 – 174,944 miles
  • 2021 – 174,879 miles
  • 2019 – 150,610 miles
  • 2018 – 138,834 miles
  • 2017 – 125,379 miles
  • 2016 – 111,834 miles
  • 2015 – 102,556 miles
  • 2014 – 90,869 miles
  • 2013 – 81,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,358 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security whole underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front to rear exhaust start distorting & corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,358 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    205,358 miles
    Test number
    649255253919
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security whole underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Fail205,349 miles (+6,940)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,349 miles
    Test number
    853970628147
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security whole underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass198,409 miles (+11,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    198,409 miles
    Test number
    913875569971
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r & o/s/r chassis rails to rear crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under body , sills , n/s/f & o/s/f inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass187,409 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    187,409 miles
    Test number
    825486391639
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear exhaust start distorting & corroded
  5. Fail187,403 miles (+7,363)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,403 miles
    Test number
    465496049971
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r & o/s/r upper spring mount chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s/f & o/s/f sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s/r outer sills & inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear exhaust start distorting & corroded
  6. Pass180,040 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    180,040 miles
    Test number
    594816712261
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r & o/s/r sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r & o/s/r upper chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail180,003 miles (+5,059)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,003 miles
    Test number
    522487302902
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass174,944 miles (+65)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    174,944 miles
    Test number
    627089484820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has multiple areas of advanced corrosion to structure and suspension components
  9. Fail174,879 miles (+10,650)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,879 miles
    Test number
    656216291811
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside And Suspension Have Multiple Areas Of Corrosion
  10. Pass164,229 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    164,229 miles
    Test number
    591407206895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion
  11. Fail164,225 miles (+13,615)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,225 miles
    Test number
    465021335777
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill By Axle Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coolant leak Metal Heater Hose By Sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion
  12. Pass150,610 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,610 miles
    Test number
    220157266247
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp rusting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp becoming opaque
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre valve perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre getting low
  13. Fail150,610 miles (+11,776)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,610 miles
    Test number
    896068585993
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp rusting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp becoming opaque
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre valve perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre getting low
  14. Pass138,834 miles (+13,455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    402564407828
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Pass125,379 miles (+13,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,379 miles
    Test number
    762378172061
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass111,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,834 miles
    Test number
    159446364486
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
  17. Fail111,830 miles (+9,274)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,830 miles
    Test number
    567092389719
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
  18. Pass102,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,556 miles
    Test number
    206890595178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,550 miles (+11,681)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,550 miles
    Test number
    367700195169
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass90,869 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,869 miles
    Test number
    487565374184
    • NoteRadio areal broken
  21. Fail90,866 miles (+9,774)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,866 miles
    Test number
    589885974195
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRadio areal broken
  22. Pass81,092 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,092 miles
    Test number
    457332093167
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail81,087 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,087 miles
    Test number
    769502493166
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly perished
  24. Pass59,867 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,867 km
    Test number
    208038982066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T449 LAF

Does T449 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T449 LAF is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T449 LAF?
The MOT on T449 LAF is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T449 LAF done?
T449 LAF was recorded at 205,358 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 9,778 miles a year.
Has T449 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T449 LAF has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T449 LAF 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 T449 LAF find?
T449 LAF passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; coil spring corroded all 4; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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