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Mazda Bongo

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T972 JDPMOT history

T972 JDP is a white diesel Mazda Bongo first used on 1 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 247,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
247,693 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 JDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 JDP was last recorded at 247,693 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,671 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
9,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 247,693 miles
  • 2024 – 243,060 miles
  • 2023 – 236,784 miles
  • 2022 – 231,069 miles
  • 2021 – 224,831 miles
  • 2020 – 215,086 miles
  • 2019 – 204,184 miles
  • 2018 – 191,599 miles
  • 2017 – 178,217 miles
  • 2016 – 162,803 miles
  • 2015 – 151,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,693 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Under body slightly corroded in areas

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,693 miles (+22)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    247,693 miles
    Test number
    244868098580
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding

  2. Fail247,671 miles (+4,611)1 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,671 miles
    Test number
    669459223587
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding

  3. Pass243,060 miles (+6,276)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    243,060 miles
    Test number
    118700443224
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s sill corrosion holes

  4. Pass236,784 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    236,784 miles
    Test number
    890141689141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filler neck pipe
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusty in places esp- to offside inner sill but not within a prescribed area

  5. Fail236,784 miles (+5,715)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,784 miles
    Test number
    948936982716
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filler neck pipe
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusty in places esp- to offside inner sill but not within a prescribed area

  6. Pass231,069 miles (+6,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    231,069 miles
    Test number
    896074917920
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in o/s sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear n/s and o/s wheel arches

  7. Pass224,831 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    224,831 miles
    Test number
    579354681239
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded in areas
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  8. Fail224,831 miles (+9,745)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,831 miles
    Test number
    242790733397
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded in areas
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  9. Pass215,086 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    215,086 miles
    Test number
    585579423893
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody and under body slightly corroded in areas

  10. Fail215,083 miles (+10,899)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,083 miles
    Test number
    165044225322
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody and under body slightly corroded in areas

  11. Pass204,184 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    204,184 miles
    Test number
    444350209926
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  12. Fail204,181 miles (+12,582)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,181 miles
    Test number
    659682899411
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill X4 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  13. Pass191,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    191,599 miles
    Test number
    453265814152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

  14. Fail191,599 miles (+13,382)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,599 miles
    Test number
    605643367994
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe / box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

  15. Pass178,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    178,217 miles
    Test number
    490347873876
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

  16. Fail178,217 miles (+15,414)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,217 miles
    Test number
    888735032307
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

  17. Pass162,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    162,803 miles
    Test number
    603218780890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

  18. Fail162,803 miles (+11,070)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,803 miles
    Test number
    470476044619
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass151,733 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    151,733 miles
    Test number
    119890615206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Fail151,733 miles5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,733 miles
    Test number
    458539805254
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Questions about T972 JDP

Does T972 JDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T972 JDP expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T972 JDP?
The MOT on T972 JDP expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T972 JDP done?
T972 JDP was recorded at 247,693 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 9,394 miles a year.
Has T972 JDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 JDP has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T972 JDP 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 T972 JDP find?
T972 JDP passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 9 more.

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