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Mazda Bongo

White and Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,449 cc

T701 YABMOT history

T701 YAB is a white and grey diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 172,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
172,638 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T701 YAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,449 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T701 YAB was last recorded at 172,638 miles on 12 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2026: 172,638 miles, lower than 172,673 miles on 11 May 2026.

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
172,673 miles · 11 May 2026
Average per year
4,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,638 miles
  • 2018 – 157,950 miles
  • 2017 – 150,932 miles
  • 2016 – 142,003 miles
  • 2015 – 131,826 miles
  • 2014 – 121,272 miles
  • 2013 – 114,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,638 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeavily undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding slightlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Various repairs and all underside of vehicle covered in underseal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear side wall perished / cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,638 miles (-35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,638 miles
    Test number
    489598681251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail172,673 miles3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,673 miles
    Test number
    737648473579
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,480 km (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    172,480 km
    Test number
    800446918482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side wall perished / cracking
    • AdvisoryVarious repairs and all underside of vehicle covered in underseal

  4. Fail172,479 km (+505)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,479 km
    Test number
    666414493281
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side wall perished / cracking
    • AdvisoryVarious repairs and all underside of vehicle covered in underseal

  5. Pass171,974 km (+1,938)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    171,974 km
    Test number
    680270813159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/60/17 c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious repairs and all underside of vehicle covered in underseal

  6. Pass170,036 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    170,036 km
    Test number
    870488763263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail170,036 km (+5,633)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,036 km
    Test number
    460434845046
    • Repaired at testRear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass164,403 km (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    164,403 km
    Test number
    758078392665
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail164,387 km (+5,191)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,387 km
    Test number
    846004903354
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced several places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear valence corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear seats not fitted

  10. Pass159,196 km1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    159,196 km
    Test number
    887835548417
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded - n/s and n/s

  11. Fail159,196 km3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,196 km
    Test number
    418360115366
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded - n/s and n/s

  12. Pass157,950 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    157,950 miles
    Test number
    872833043420
    • AdvisoryFront to rear underside corroding
    • AdvisoryOs rea wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisorySteering boots slightly damp
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting point corroding os/r not excessive
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting point ns/r corroding but not excessive
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed heavily

  13. Fail157,947 miles (+7,015)16 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,947 miles
    Test number
    973869611673
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak center (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear under side of vehicle corroding badly
    • AdvisoryOs rear wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisorySteering boots slightly damp
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed heavily

  14. Pass150,932 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,932 miles
    Test number
    462682898797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail150,921 miles (+8,918)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,921 miles
    Test number
    605457835687
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  16. Pass142,003 miles (+10,177)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    142,003 miles
    Test number
    764432151939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,826 miles
    Test number
    318717375105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,826 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,826 miles
    Test number
    888317775143
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail131,513 km11 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,513 km
    Test number
    286892965461
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner and outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • NoteOffside outer sill full of filler
    • NoteOffside rear chassis leg corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edge

  20. Pass121,272 miles (+6,748)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,272 miles
    Test number
    259226124137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass114,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,524 miles
    Test number
    565458533145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T701 YAB

Does T701 YAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T701 YAB is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T701 YAB?
The MOT on T701 YAB is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T701 YAB done?
T701 YAB was recorded at 172,638 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,476 miles a year.
Has T701 YAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T701 YAB has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T701 YAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T701 YAB find?
T701 YAB passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; heavily undersealed; nearside front brake binding slightly, and 3 more.

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