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Mazda Bongo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,499 cc

T849 VHOMOT history

T849 VHO is a silver petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
205,993 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T849 VHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T849 VHO was last recorded at 205,993 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,990 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 205,993 miles
  • 2024 – 195,324 miles
  • 2023 – 188,505 miles
  • 2022 – 182,183 miles
  • 2021 – 175,682 miles
  • 2020 – 169,569 miles
  • 2019 – 164,725 miles
  • 2018 – 159,444 miles
  • 2017 – 154,492 miles
  • 2015 – 137,772 miles
  • 2014 – 131,705 miles
  • 2013 – 126,571 miles
  • 2012 – 121,930 miles
  • 2011 – 118,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,993 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,993 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    205,993 miles
    Test number
    415731712414
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail205,990 miles (+10,666)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,990 miles
    Test number
    677970258762
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass195,324 miles (+6,819)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    195,324 miles
    Test number
    238969974171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension items are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass188,505 miles (+67)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    188,505 miles
    Test number
    131590655746
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. Fail188,438 miles (+6,255)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,438 miles
    Test number
    712213073691
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop-link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop-link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass182,183 miles (+89)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    182,183 miles
    Test number
    552967912840
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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 Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail182,094 miles (+6,412)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,094 miles
    Test number
    508674875747
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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 Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass175,682 miles (+6,113)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    175,682 miles
    Test number
    670751659781
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass169,569 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    169,569 miles
    Test number
    288124668555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail169,567 miles (+4,842)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,567 miles
    Test number
    111336201307
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass164,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,725 miles
    Test number
    437724529311
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop-link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail164,711 km1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,711 km
    Test number
    699554588579
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop-link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass159,444 miles (+4,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    159,444 miles
    Test number
    917450709859
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass154,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    154,492 miles
    Test number
    587840726520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,518 km
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    147,518 km
    Test number
    227359646705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,772 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    188354655124
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar links have slight play x 2
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f inner sill corroded and holed
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on outer edges
  17. Fail137,772 miles (+6,067)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    576926045198
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar links have slight play x 2
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f inner sill corroded and holed
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on outer edges
  18. Pass131,705 miles (+5,134)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,705 miles
    Test number
    377989824179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass126,571 miles (+4,641)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    596815713191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,930 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,930 miles
    Test number
    836442422151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass118,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    118,684 miles
    Test number
    215322551471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass111,788 km (+3,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,788 km
    Test number
    330184040159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass108,417 km (+3,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    108,417 km
    Test number
    951809859114
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places, seatbelts not fitted to central middle pillars, front tyres wearing on edges, headlamp aims just within set limits, front outer cv boots perished. Generally very clean, well looked after van.
  24. Pass105,366 km (+17,070)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    105,366 km
    Test number
    503278009084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,296 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,296 km
    Test number
    590477618030
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about T849 VHO

Does T849 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T849 VHO expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T849 VHO?
The MOT on T849 VHO expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T849 VHO done?
T849 VHO was recorded at 205,993 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 6,148 miles a year.
Has T849 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T849 VHO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T849 VHO 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 T849 VHO find?
T849 VHO passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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