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Ford Ranger

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 3,198 cc

L23 REFMOT history

L23 REF is a grey diesel Ford Ranger first used on 30 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 125,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L23 REF grey Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
125,980 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 REF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 REF was last recorded at 125,980 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,301 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,679 miles
Average per year
10,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,980 miles
  • 2025 – 120,301 miles
  • 2024 – 110,286 miles
  • 2022 – 98,319 miles
  • 2021 – 87,332 miles
  • 2020 – 70,644 miles
  • 2019 – 56,429 miles
  • 2018 – 38,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,980 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    125,980 miles
    Test number
    627829572325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,980 miles (+5,679)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,980 miles
    Test number
    997219790362
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,301 miles
    Test number
    953808049123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail120,301 miles (+10,015)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,301 miles
    Test number
    735395696746
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass110,286 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    110,286 miles
    Test number
    485295014017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,015 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,015 miles
    Test number
    865439791682
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,994 miles (+10,675)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,994 miles
    Test number
    505621452668
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,319 miles (+10,987)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,319 miles
    Test number
    110292526606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,332 miles (+16,688)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,332 miles
    Test number
    515391993494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,644 miles (+14,215)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,644 miles
    Test number
    122726975630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,429 miles (+2,393)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    585244887814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,036 miles (+15,553)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    54,036 miles
    Test number
    784308532226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,483 miles
    Test number
    853707194620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 REF

Does L23 REF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 REF is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 REF?
The MOT on L23 REF is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 REF done?
L23 REF was recorded at 125,980 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 10,710 miles a year.
Has L23 REF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 REF has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 REF 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 REF find?
L23 REF passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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