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Mazda Bongo

Silver and Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T73 UBAMOT history

T73 UBA is a silver and grey diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 4 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 194,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
194,264 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T73 UBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T73 UBA was last recorded at 194,264 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,185 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
5,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,264 miles
  • 2025 – 186,376 miles
  • 2024 – 180,792 miles
  • 2023 – 175,011 miles
  • 2022 – 171,053 miles
  • 2018 – 154,062 miles
  • 2016 – 149,523 miles
  • 2010 – 105,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,264 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Underside of vehicle covered in underseal including rigid brake pipe/s and previous repair/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,264 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    194,264 miles
    Test number
    249996421547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail194,185 miles (+7,809)2 major5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,185 miles
    Test number
    604596118967
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective strong advise (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective strong advise (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Suspension bump stops severely perished/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal including rigid brake pipe/s and previous repair/s

  3. Pass186,376 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    186,376 miles
    Test number
    252921658408
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Dipped beam is slightly affected by main beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front & rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal including rigid brake pipe/s and previous repair/s

  4. Fail186,376 miles (+5,584)6 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,376 miles
    Test number
    186497414244
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Dipped beam is slightly affected by main beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front & rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal including rigid brake pipe/s and previous repair/s

  5. Pass180,792 miles (+5,781)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    180,792 miles
    Test number
    792410434907
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier leisure (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass175,011 miles (+5)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    175,011 miles
    Test number
    437689368673
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail175,006 miles (+3,953)1 dangerous6 major5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,006 miles
    Test number
    350226125240
    • DangerousNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass171,053 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171,053 miles
    Test number
    807683963932
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNs sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail170,883 km (+9,070)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,883 km
    Test number
    281323376849
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNs sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass161,813 km (+5,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    161,813 km
    Test number
    375509955901
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  11. Pass155,943 km (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    155,943 km
    Test number
    279365059307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,889 km
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,889 km
    Test number
    183545241531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass154,062 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,062 miles
    Test number
    194840904751
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel outer rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside sill under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill under vehicle excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s & o/s outer sill panels
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system deteriorating

  14. Fail154,062 miles1 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,062 miles
    Test number
    269047187099
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel outer rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside sill under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill under vehicle excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s & o/s outer sill panels
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system deteriorating

  15. Pass152,654 km (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    152,654 km
    Test number
    470533344405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill corroded but outside of prescribed areas

  16. Fail152,645 km2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,645 km
    Test number
    688119766026
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component missing abs wheel speed sensor missing (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill corroded but outside of prescribed areas

  17. Pass149,523 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    149,523 miles
    Test number
    973476544764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll front brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded outside of prescribed areas. (front section)

  18. Fail149,449 km (+2,793)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,449 km
    Test number
    862976032315
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll front brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded outside of prescribed areas. (front section)

  19. Pass146,656 km (+2,504)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    146,656 km
    Test number
    575073724095
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack rods slight play
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section blowing
    • AdvisoryLeisure battery loose
    • AdvisoryN/S Outer sill surface corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S Inner sill corroded at front but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass144,152 km2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,152 km
    Test number
    189578954297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer blowing
    • NoteLeisure battery loose
    • NoteO/S & N/S Outer sills surface corroded
    • NoteO/S Inner sill corroded at front but not in prescribed area
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre perrishing

  21. Fail144,152 km (+6,267)3 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,152 km
    Test number
    435788654208
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer blowing
    • NoteLeisure battery loose
    • NoteO/S & N/S Outer sills surface corroded
    • NoteO/S Inner sill corroded at front but not in prescribed area
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre perrishing

  22. Pass137,885 km3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    137,885 km
    Test number
    595275553220
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorating
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteCentre and rear sections of exhaust slightly blowing at joint

  23. Fail137,885 km (+7,368)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,885 km
    Test number
    816435453236
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorating
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteCentre and rear sections of exhaust slightly blowing at joint

  24. Pass130,517 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    130,517 km
    Test number
    609843562285
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail130,517 km (+10,336)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,517 km
    Test number
    127853362283
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass120,181 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    120,181 km
    Test number
    596613861263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass105,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,682 miles
    Test number
    763086630234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T73 UBA

Does T73 UBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T73 UBA is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T73 UBA?
The MOT on T73 UBA is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T73 UBA done?
T73 UBA was recorded at 194,264 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 5,528 miles a year.
Has T73 UBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T73 UBA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T73 UBA 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 T73 UBA find?
T73 UBA passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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