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Mazda Bongo Friendee

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T597 BDVMOT history

T597 BDV is a white petrol Mazda Bongo Friendee first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 185,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2025
Mileage
185,055 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo Friendee
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 BDV was last recorded at 185,055 miles on 7 Feb 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2018: 15,279 miles, lower than 143,278 miles on 20 Dec 2017.

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
185,049 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
9,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 185,055 miles
  • 2023 – 173,478 miles
  • 2022 – 163,580 miles
  • 2021 – 162,316 miles
  • 2020 – 160,393 miles
  • 2019 – 152,942 miles
  • 2018 – 15,279 miles
  • 2017 – 143,278 miles
  • 2016 – 131,500 miles
  • 2015 – 119,920 miles
  • 2014 – 106,601 miles
  • 2013 – 97,470 miles
  • 2012 – 84,026 miles
  • 2011 – 71,884 miles
  • 2010 – 60,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,055 miles
  • AdvisoryOIL LEAKRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE HAS ALL OVER CORROSION, WOULD BENEFIT FROM TREATMENT/REPAIR TO PREVENT FURTHER DECAYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 tyre cracking in treads

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,055 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    185,055 miles
    Test number
    541258580037
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE HAS ALL OVER CORROSION, WOULD BENEFIT FROM TREATMENT/REPAIR TO PREVENT FURTHER DECAY
  2. Fail185,049 miles (+11,571)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,049 miles
    Test number
    743859425285
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak CANNOT DO EMISSIONS TEST AS MACHINE CANNOT PICK UP READINGS AT TAIL PIPE. (LARGE EXHAUST LEAK AT FRONT OF CAT) (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NS AND OS INNER AND OUTER SILLS HAVE MULTIPLE HOLES AND HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE HAS ALL OVER CORROSION, WOULD BENEFIT FROM TREATMENT/REPAIR TO PREVENT FURTHER DECAY
  3. Pass173,478 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,478 miles
    Test number
    519193151700
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All bake discs hve light corrosion to friction surfaces (lack of use?) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive vehicle undersidehas all over corrosion, but not yet consdiered excessive. Would advise treatment to prevent further decay. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail173,468 miles (+9,888)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,468 miles
    Test number
    585740984592
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Will require an emissions test when presented for retest, as exhaust leak preventing emissions tester from picking up gas (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NSF and OSF inner sills corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All bake discs hve light corrosion to friction surfaces (lack of use?) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive vehicle undersidehas all over corrosion, but not yet consdiered excessive. Would advise treatment to prevent further decay. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass163,580 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,580 miles
    Test number
    958715096356
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail163,575 miles (+1,259)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,575 miles
    Test number
    523927847258
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass162,316 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,316 miles
    Test number
    175565536115
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR AND OSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside, arches and body areas have all over corrosion
  8. Fail162,316 miles (+1,923)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,316 miles
    Test number
    436603822734
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR AND OSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside, arches and body areas have all over corrosion
  9. Pass160,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,393 miles
    Test number
    528623291323
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a temp repair
    • AdvisoryUnderside and outer body, including doors and non prescribed/prescribed areas has all over corrosion, but not (yet) considered excessive.
  10. Fail160,393 miles (+7,451)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,393 miles
    Test number
    418268528358
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak will require another emissions test upon retest (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside and outer body, including doors and non prescribed/prescribed areas has all over corrosion, but not (yet) considered excessive.
  11. Pass152,942 miles (+137,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    152,942 miles
    Test number
    968458485289
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle has all over welded repairs to non structural areas
  12. Fail15,279 miles (-127,999)1 dangerous11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,279 miles
    Test number
    734439182801
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBumper insecure front and rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door excessively corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  13. Pass143,278 miles (+54)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    143,278 miles
    Test number
    210286279122
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in treads
  14. Fail143,224 miles (+11,724)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,224 miles
    Test number
    336102685110
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage bumper insecure (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in treads
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass131,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    131,500 miles
    Test number
    954592345707
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in treads
  16. Fail131,500 miles (+11,580)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,500 miles
    Test number
    767758802480
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in treads
  17. Pass119,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,920 miles
    Test number
    863723324550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,920 miles (+13,319)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,920 miles
    Test number
    540562554372
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
  19. Pass106,601 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    106,601 miles
    Test number
    119487394220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail106,594 miles (+9,124)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,594 miles
    Test number
    397315894412
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass97,470 miles (+13,444)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,470 miles
    Test number
    688555793299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,026 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,026 miles
    Test number
    726604402353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail84,007 miles (+12,123)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,007 miles
    Test number
    417310802453
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass71,884 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,884 miles
    Test number
    535961471247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,883 miles (+11,061)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,883 miles
    Test number
    449379561295
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
  26. Pass60,822 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,822 miles
    Test number
    650770230123
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  27. Fail60,822 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,822 miles
    Test number
    901457620112
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  28. Pass52,182 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,182 km
    Test number
    303126209174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail52,182 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,182 km
    Test number
    174617199052
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about T597 BDV

Does T597 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T597 BDV expired on 10 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T597 BDV?
The MOT on T597 BDV expired on 10 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T597 BDV done?
T597 BDV was recorded at 185,055 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2024, an average of 9,032 miles a year.
Has T597 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 BDV has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T597 BDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T597 BDV find?
T597 BDV passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: oil leak; underside has all over corrosion, would benefit from treatment/repair to prevent further decay.

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