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Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,597 cc

L15 BKBMOT history

L15 BKB is a grey petrol Mitsubishi Carisma first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2024
Mileage
99,635 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 BKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Carisma
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L15 BKB was last recorded at 99,635 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 4,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2021: 85,194 miles, lower than 95,188 miles on 5 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,706 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,929 miles
Average per year
5,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,635 miles
  • 2022 – 94,706 miles
  • 2021 – 89,580 miles
  • 2019 – 79,243 miles
  • 2018 – 69,530 miles
  • 2017 – 61,834 miles
  • 2016 – 55,638 miles
  • 2015 – 53,391 miles
  • 2014 – 49,978 miles
  • 2013 – 46,057 miles
  • 2012 – 42,395 miles
  • 2011 – 37,687 miles
  • 2010 – 32,413 miles
  • 2009 – 27,191 miles
  • 2008 – 20,627 miles
  • 2007 – 15,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,635 miles
  • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet catch ineffective wont open (3.1 (c))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective cop sealing rubber split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroding

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Plastic covers over outer sills

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Lower Cross member corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded Off side and near side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,635 miles (+4,929)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,635 miles
    Test number
    411498032343
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet catch ineffective wont open (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective cop sealing rubber split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroding

  2. Pass94,706 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    94,706 miles
    Test number
    817408804200
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Off side and near side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Off side and near side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front and rear discs shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills

  3. Fail94,706 miles (+5,126)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,706 miles
    Test number
    763562350568
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Off side and near side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Off side and near side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front and rear discs shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills

  4. Pass89,580 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    447520855105
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Off side and near side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills

  5. Fail89,568 miles (+4,374)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,568 miles
    Test number
    860453849593
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible Wheel nuts are for a alloy wheel and not a steel wheel. (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Off side and near side inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Off side and near side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills

  6. Pass85,194 miles (-9,994)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,194 miles
    Test number
    561424715663
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake disc shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills

  7. Fail95,188 miles (+15,945)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,188 miles
    Test number
    653672484364
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Off side and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake disc shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,243 miles (+45)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,243 miles
    Test number
    310937271809
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front and off side rear brake disc guards deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Off side and near side (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail79,198 miles (+9,668)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,198 miles
    Test number
    707343853385
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Off side and near side (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front and off side rear brake disc guards deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Off side and near side (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass69,530 miles (+7,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,530 miles
    Test number
    626997830482
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front and rear brake disc guards corroded .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Off side and near side (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass61,834 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,834 miles
    Test number
    945143014184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,638 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,638 miles
    Test number
    768890877349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,621 miles (+2,230)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,621 miles
    Test number
    695778400114
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass53,391 miles (+3,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,391 miles
    Test number
    616354595176
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass49,978 miles (+3,921)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,978 miles
    Test number
    408432884106
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass46,057 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,057 miles
    Test number
    217549663485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted osr

  17. Fail46,057 miles (+3,662)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,057 miles
    Test number
    729089763175
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted osr
    • NoteOsr discs corroded

  18. Pass42,395 miles (+4,708)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,395 miles
    Test number
    206899272478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,687 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,687 miles
    Test number
    418562371159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted and corroded on inner face.

  20. Fail37,687 miles (+5,274)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,687 miles
    Test number
    167752371111
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted and corroded on inner face.

  21. Pass32,413 miles (+5,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,413 miles
    Test number
    581953880140
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  22. Pass27,191 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    431542189120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail27,191 miles (+6,564)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    811572089140
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail20,627 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,627 miles
    Test number
    440384688113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass20,627 miles (+4,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,627 miles
    Test number
    851654488100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass15,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,765 miles
    Test number
    772875487155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 BKB

Does L15 BKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 BKB expired on 10 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 BKB?
The MOT on L15 BKB expired on 10 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 BKB done?
L15 BKB was recorded at 99,635 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 5,082 miles a year.
Has L15 BKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 BKB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L15 BKB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 BKB find?
L15 BKB failed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet catch ineffective wont open; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cop sealing rubber split; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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