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Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L23 MGEMOT history

L23 MGE is a grey diesel Ford Transit first used on 30 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 85,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

L23 MGE grey Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,979 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 MGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 MGE was last recorded at 85,979 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 7,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,387 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,592 miles
Average per year
10,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,979 miles
  • 2025 – 78,387 miles
  • 2024 – 68,855 miles
  • 2023 – 66,679 miles
  • 2022 – 55,465 miles
  • 2021 – 43,032 miles
  • 2020 – 34,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,979 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,979 miles (+7,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,979 miles
    Test number
    876353981554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass78,387 miles (+9,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,387 miles
    Test number
    237306739189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass68,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    68,855 miles
    Test number
    517369275557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail68,855 miles (+2,176)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,855 miles
    Test number
    526673436181
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass66,679 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,679 miles
    Test number
    175311479589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to un bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to un bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail66,679 miles (+11,214)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,679 miles
    Test number
    334303001825
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to un bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to un bond. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass55,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    629533042251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,465 miles (+12,433)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    931935581871
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass43,032 miles (+8,408)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    43,032 miles
    Test number
    972482413150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    34,624 miles
    Test number
    798436183018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    727987863256
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L23 MGE

Does L23 MGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 MGE is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 MGE?
The MOT on L23 MGE is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 MGE done?
L23 MGE was recorded at 85,979 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 10,015 miles a year.
Has L23 MGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 MGE has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 MGE 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 L23 MGE find?
L23 MGE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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