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Mazda Bongo

White and Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,500 cc

Y257 EBYMOT history

Y257 EBY is a white and silver petrol Mazda Bongo first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
150,930 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
11 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 EBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
Bongo
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y257 EBY was last recorded at 150,930 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,612 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,318 miles
Average per year
6,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,930 miles
  • 2025 – 148,612 miles
  • 2024 – 144,484 miles
  • 2023 – 138,921 miles
  • 2022 – 137,761 miles
  • 2017 – 107,137 miles
  • 2016 – 89,179 miles
  • 2015 – 78,997 miles
  • 2014 – 66,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,930 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake on limit of binding
  • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres front to rear
  • AdvisoryEml not working
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components
  • AdvisoryFront suspension subframe getting corroded in places
  • AdvisorySome high level brake lights not working

What MOT failures 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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,930 miles (+2,318)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,930 miles
    Test number
    805701719006
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake on limit of binding
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres front to rear
    • AdvisoryEml not working
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components
    • AdvisoryFront suspension subframe getting corroded in places
    • AdvisorySome high level brake lights not working
  2. Pass148,612 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    148,612 miles
    Test number
    690139160456
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail148,610 miles (+2,617)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,610 miles
    Test number
    766671209114
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail145,993 miles (+1,509)12 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,993 miles
    Test number
    665517115740
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass144,484 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,484 miles
    Test number
    887236970156
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail144,477 miles (+1,262)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,477 miles
    Test number
    373010316523
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail143,215 miles (+4,294)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,215 miles
    Test number
    810921170687
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessively over the reading it should be (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced underbody corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under body corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass138,921 miles (+1,160)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,921 miles
    Test number
    112192913360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,761 miles (+50)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,761 miles
    Test number
    856568034267
    • MinorLower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Coolant leak
  10. Fail137,711 miles3 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,711 miles
    Test number
    890128223726
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass135,735 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,735 km
    Test number
    619819295837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,735 km (+2,084)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,735 km
    Test number
    789093045029
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass133,651 km (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,651 km
    Test number
    202468402347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted, seals securely
  14. Fail133,650 km (+12,299)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,650 km
    Test number
    189010400898
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to serious exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Incorrectly fitted, swept area severely reduced (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly poor beam image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel filler cap fitted, seals securely
  15. Pass121,351 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,351 km
    Test number
    584043037189
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity os rear lamp cluster damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  16. Fail121,351 km1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,351 km
    Test number
    474004984688
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both lenses faded (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity os rear lamp cluster damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  17. Pass107,137 miles (+17,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,137 miles
    Test number
    144010915616
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre has damage to outer sidewall
  18. Pass89,179 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    89,179 miles
    Test number
    288041134281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  19. Fail89,179 miles (+10,182)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,179 miles
    Test number
    949190013477
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  20. Pass78,997 miles (+12,064)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,997 miles
    Test number
    437689688340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    748373914282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,933 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    827951914215
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Questions about Y257 EBY

Does Y257 EBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 EBY expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 EBY?
The MOT on Y257 EBY expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 EBY done?
Y257 EBY was recorded at 150,930 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 6,882 miles a year.
Has Y257 EBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 EBY has failed 11 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y257 EBY 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 Y257 EBY find?
Y257 EBY failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

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