AEC Regent III

Green and Yellow · Diesel · 1950 · 9,600 cc

KXW 234MOT history

KXW 234 is a green and yellow diesel AEC Regent III first used on 18 Apr 1950. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 63,079 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2024
Mileage
63,079 km
At MOT on 19 May 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,387 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KXW 234
Registration format
Dateless
Make
AEC
Model
Regent III
Colour
Green and Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
9,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1950
First used
18 Apr 1950
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2024
Latest MOT test
18 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

KXW 234 was last recorded at 63,079 km on 19 May 2022, 5,465 km more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,614 km · 7 Sept 2017
Between the last two tests
5,465 km
Average per year
1,387 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,079 km
  • 2017 – 57,614 km
  • 2015 – 54,928 km
  • 2014 – 54,402 km
  • 2013 – 53,262 km
  • 2012 – 51,738 km
  • 2011 – 49,432 km
  • 2010 – 48,044 km
  • 2008 – 43,402 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Corrosion on platform brace.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    776836038600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,079 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    63,079 km
    Test number
    223223624756
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak nearside of engine.
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks .

  3. Pass61,240 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    61,240 miles
    Test number
    745299398996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,010 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,010 miles
    Test number
    646347553997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,966 miles2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,966 miles
    Test number
    530701068350
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail59,963 miles (+781)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,963 miles
    Test number
    545249610695
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass59,182 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,182 miles
    Test number
    360441105967
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCompressor belts

  8. Pass57,614 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,614 km
    Test number
    849177531182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,510 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,510 miles
    Test number
    779965272527
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on platform brace.

  10. Fail56,502 miles (+1,395)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,502 miles
    Test number
    283854037967
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced low output from bulb (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on platform brace.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake chamber leaking.
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass55,107 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,107 miles
    Test number
    997374995176
    • AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake adjustment at maximum on rear brakes.
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe loose.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight air leak nearside front brake chamber.

  12. Fail54,928 km (+526)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,928 km
    Test number
    995403415112
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Air brake cylinder/actuator leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBolt loose nearside front spring clamp.
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass54,402 km (+1,140)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,402 km
    Test number
    265358574069
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight air leak offside rear brake chamber.

  14. Pass53,262 km (+1,524)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,262 km
    Test number
    145577383089
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight air leak offside rear brake chamber.

  15. Fail51,738 km1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,738 km
    Test number
    465638682079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass51,738 km (+2,306)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,738 km
    Test number
    545918482000
    • AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail49,432 km1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,432 km
    Test number
    328110081071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe claim loose.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirpipe claim loose on front axle.

  18. Pass49,432 km (+1,388)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,432 km
    Test number
    609530381072
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe claim loose.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirpipe claim loose on front axle.

  19. Pass48,044 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,044 km
    Test number
    170732880493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)
    • NoteOffside front spring fox clip loose.
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail46,005 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    184451799402
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass46,005 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    943631599069
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass43,402 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,402 km
    Test number
    273433478076
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAlt belts loose

  23. Pass40,676 miles (+494)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,676 miles
    Test number
    503482407191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,182 miles
    Test number
    721702206104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about KXW 234

What vehicle is registration KXW 234 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KXW 234 on a green and yellow diesel AEC Regent III first used on 18 Apr 1950. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does KXW 234 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on KXW 234 expired on 18 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on KXW 234?
The MOT on KXW 234 expired on 18 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has KXW 234 done?
KXW 234 was recorded at 63,079 km at its MOT on 19 May 2022, an average of 1,387 km a year.
Has KXW 234 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KXW 234 has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on KXW 234 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 KXW 234 find?
KXW 234 passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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