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Ford Ecosport

White · Petrol · 2017 · 998 cc

L16 ELCMOT history

L16 ELC is a white petrol Ford Ecosport first used on 31 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 53,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L16 ELC white Ford Ecosport – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ecosport, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
53,449 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ecosport
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 ELC was last recorded at 53,449 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 83 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,366 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
83 miles
Average per year
5,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,449 miles
  • 2025 – 50,673 miles
  • 2023 – 46,452 miles
  • 2022 – 37,262 miles
  • 2021 – 31,239 miles
  • 2020 – 20,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,449 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 29 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,449 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    329475214830
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Fail53,366 miles (+2,693)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,366 miles
    Test number
    543896601501
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  3. Pass50,673 miles (+11)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,673 miles
    Test number
    159854853855
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Damage to boot lid not enough to cause damage or injury if grazed
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail50,662 miles (+4,210)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,662 miles
    Test number
    813555575633
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Damage to boot lid not enough to cause damage or injury if grazed
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass46,452 miles (+4,484)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    46,452 miles
    Test number
    763766603646
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust back box slightly leaking + corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass41,968 miles (+4,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    41,968 miles
    Test number
    224172180669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass37,262 miles (+6,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    37,262 miles
    Test number
    602314401445
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass31,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    31,239 miles
    Test number
    377321074491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail31,239 miles (+10,587)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,239 miles
    Test number
    974805496680
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  10. Pass20,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    20,652 miles
    Test number
    122881470821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 ELC

Does L16 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 ELC is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 ELC?
The MOT on L16 ELC is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 ELC done?
L16 ELC was recorded at 53,449 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,470 miles a year.
Has L16 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 ELC has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 ELC 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 L16 ELC find?
L16 ELC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear.

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