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Mazda Bongo

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T551 NWLMOT history

T551 NWL is a white petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2025 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 190,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2025
Mileage
190,502 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2024
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 NWL was last recorded at 190,502 miles on 22 Oct 2024, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,199 miles · 12 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
303 miles
Average per year
9,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,502 miles
  • 2023 – 190,199 miles
  • 2022 – 187,213 miles
  • 2021 – 177,362 miles
  • 2020 – 163,898 miles
  • 2019 – 150,642 miles
  • 2018 – 128,741 miles
  • 2017 – 118,459 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,502 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,502 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,502 miles
    Test number
    557876002983
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail190,501 miles (+302)6 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,501 miles
    Test number
    314782025260
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dip beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass190,199 miles (+2,986)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    190,199 miles
    Test number
    620357287042
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Across rear seat
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass187,213 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    187,213 miles
    Test number
    415526878413
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch corroded
  5. Fail187,212 miles (+9,850)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,212 miles
    Test number
    543047230132
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch corroded
  6. Pass177,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    177,362 miles
    Test number
    682806339278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail177,635 miles (+13,737)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,635 miles
    Test number
    473314813954
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass163,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    163,898 miles
    Test number
    386077262023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail163,898 miles (+13,256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,898 miles
    Test number
    332864687735
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass150,642 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,642 miles
    Test number
    787336108762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail150,639 miles (+21,898)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,639 miles
    Test number
    509035821652
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass128,741 miles (+10,282)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,741 miles
    Test number
    844658654552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass118,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,459 miles
    Test number
    215936053345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,459 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,459 miles
    Test number
    378451610249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T551 NWL

Does T551 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T551 NWL expired on 23 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T551 NWL?
The MOT on T551 NWL expired on 23 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T551 NWL done?
T551 NWL was recorded at 190,502 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2024, an average of 9,982 miles a year.
Has T551 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 NWL has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T551 NWL 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 T551 NWL find?
T551 NWL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear wheel arch corroded, and 1 more.

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