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Mazda Bongo

White and Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T73 YAWMOT history

T73 YAW is a white and silver diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 176,325 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
176,325 km
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,919 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T73 YAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T73 YAW was last recorded at 176,325 km on 11 Apr 2026, 5,159 km more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,166 km · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,159 km
Average per year
4,919 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,325 km
  • 2025 – 171,166 km
  • 2024 – 167,457 km
  • 2016 – 136,637 km
  • 2015 – 126,122 km
  • 2014 – 120,238 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,325 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Headlight lenses slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front tyre cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,325 km2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    176,325 km
    Test number
    679075409151
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail176,325 km (+5,159)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,325 km
    Test number
    526653750047
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass171,166 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    171,166 km
    Test number
    996483530423
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

  4. Fail171,166 km (+3,709)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,166 km
    Test number
    130115488982
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

  5. Pass167,457 km (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,457 km
    Test number
    549031787165
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated

  6. Fail167,456 km2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,456 km
    Test number
    424026499448
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated

  7. Fail169,357 miles (+3,052)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,357 miles
    Test number
    352100584439
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass166,305 miles (+8,287)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    166,305 miles
    Test number
    553913879950
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass158,018 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,018 miles
    Test number
    306524592783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,927 miles (+4,435)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    153,927 miles
    Test number
    724835208377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass149,492 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    149,492 miles
    Test number
    664051813433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass145,734 miles (+5,067)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    145,734 miles
    Test number
    893377185995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass140,667 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    140,667 miles
    Test number
    413298232316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  14. Fail140,657 miles5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,657 miles
    Test number
    434991934714
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill front and centre (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s rear tyre

  15. Pass136,637 km (+227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    136,637 km
    Test number
    160152350698
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail136,410 km (+10,288)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,410 km
    Test number
    629252780717
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass126,122 km (+5,884)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    126,122 km
    Test number
    464145018944
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear oil leak suspect half shaft oil seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle undersealed including brake pipes

  18. Fail120,238 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,238 km
    Test number
    216539514396
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass120,238 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    120,238 km
    Test number
    407729714487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T73 YAW

Does T73 YAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T73 YAW is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T73 YAW?
The MOT on T73 YAW is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T73 YAW done?
T73 YAW was recorded at 176,325 km at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 4,919 km a year.
Has T73 YAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T73 YAW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T73 YAW 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 YAW find?
T73 YAW passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various.

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