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Mazda Bongo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

X231 PBAMOT history

X231 PBA is a silver petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,087 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 PBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 PBA was last recorded at 156,087 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 3,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,097 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,990 miles
Average per year
5,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,087 miles
  • 2025 – 152,097 miles
  • 2022 – 146,285 miles
  • 2021 – 145,004 miles
  • 2020 – 143,080 miles
  • 2019 – 142,971 miles
  • 2018 – 139,362 miles
  • 2017 – 134,834 miles
  • 2016 – 130,175 miles
  • 2015 – 123,674 miles
  • 2014 – 118,059 miles
  • 2013 – 112,865 miles
  • 2012 – 110,286 miles
  • 2011 – 105,610 miles
  • 2010 – 61,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,087 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE PERISHING/CRACKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • HEADLIGHT LENSES ARE BADLY FADED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • CORROSION IS VISIBLE IN SEVERAL AREAS UNDER VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,087 miles (+3,990)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    156,087 miles
    Test number
    819228988474
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,097 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,097 miles
    Test number
    475076047787
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,097 miles1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,097 miles
    Test number
    572761817860
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,908 km (+1,849)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,908 km
    Test number
    831940613061
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,059 km (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,059 km
    Test number
    599859410381
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE PERISHING/CRACKING
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IS SHOWING IN MOST PLACES UNDER VAN
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE BADLY CORRODED ON INNER FACE
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT LENSES ARE BADLY FADED

  6. Fail148,054 km4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,054 km
    Test number
    825205826600
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BOTH REAR BUMP STOPS AS MARKED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR AREA AS MARKED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NEARSIDE INNER SILL AS MARKED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OFFSIDE REAR CORNER AS MARKED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE PERISHING/CRACKING
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IS SHOWING IN MOST PLACES ON THIS VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT LENSES ARE BADLY FADED

  7. Pass146,285 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,285 miles
    Test number
    806869142990
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IS VISIBLE IN SEVERAL AREAS UNDER VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE BADLY CORRODED AND HAVE ONLY JUST PASSED MOT CRITERIA
    • AdvisoryFRONT CROSS MEMBER/RADIATOR SUPPORT PANEL IS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT LENSES ARE FADED

  8. Fail146,262 miles (+1,258)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,262 miles
    Test number
    209846862667
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting NEARSIDE INNER BODY SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting OFFSIDE INNER BODY SILL FULL LENGTH OF INNER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IS VISIBLE IN SEVERAL AREAS UNDER VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE BADLY CORRODED AND HAVE ONLY JUST PASSED MOT CRITERIA
    • AdvisoryFRONT CROSS MEMBER/RADIATOR SUPPORT PANEL IS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT LENSES ARE FADED

  9. Pass145,004 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    145,004 miles
    Test number
    266484364195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,080 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    143,080 miles
    Test number
    855950382490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,971 miles (+3,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,971 miles
    Test number
    113103993152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass139,362 miles (+4,528)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,362 miles
    Test number
    745359490547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass134,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,834 miles
    Test number
    671366650657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,834 miles (+4,659)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,834 miles
    Test number
    405940909114
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass130,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,175 miles
    Test number
    906928975562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,175 miles (+6,501)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,175 miles
    Test number
    344339101312
    • 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)

  17. Pass123,674 miles (+5,615)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    123,674 miles
    Test number
    158155316399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,059 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    118,059 miles
    Test number
    687514954272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail118,056 miles (+5,191)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,056 miles
    Test number
    517661154280
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass112,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,865 miles
    Test number
    198218843260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail112,865 miles (+2,579)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,865 miles
    Test number
    147286143277
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass110,286 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    110,286 miles
    Test number
    268395352263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,610 miles (+43,749)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    105,610 miles
    Test number
    106607331207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,861 miles
    Test number
    491885640238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 PBA

Does X231 PBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X231 PBA is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X231 PBA?
The MOT on X231 PBA is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X231 PBA done?
X231 PBA was recorded at 156,087 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,920 miles a year.
Has X231 PBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 PBA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X231 PBA 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 X231 PBA find?
X231 PBA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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