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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,402 cc

L26 GCSMOT history

L26 GCS is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 5 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 201,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2023.

L26 GCS white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2024
Mileage
201,654 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 GCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 GCS was last recorded at 201,654 miles on 25 Apr 2023, 5,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,796 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,858 miles
Average per year
8,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 201,654 miles
  • 2022 – 195,796 miles
  • 2021 – 189,803 miles
  • 2020 – 185,897 miles
  • 2019 – 181,589 miles
  • 2018 – 176,056 miles
  • 2017 – 169,251 miles
  • 2016 – 160,754 miles
  • 2015 – 152,935 miles
  • 2014 – 141,164 miles
  • 2013 – 133,928 miles
  • 2012 – 123,769 miles
  • 2011 – 112,517 miles
  • 2010 – 97,078 miles
  • 2009 – 87,811 miles
  • 2008 – 77,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,654 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive 1/2 shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis showing signs of corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,654 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    201,654 miles
    Test number
    140204645725
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive 1/2 shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis showing signs of corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Fail201,654 miles (+5,858)3 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,654 miles
    Test number
    153965892262
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive 1/2 shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis showing signs of corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass195,796 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    195,796 miles
    Test number
    863034355157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail195,796 miles (+5,993)1 dangerous12 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,796 miles
    Test number
    696124586988
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
  5. Pass189,803 miles (+3,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    189,803 miles
    Test number
    887370174076
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass185,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    185,897 miles
    Test number
    799402792214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail185,897 miles (+4,308)1 dangerous12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,897 miles
    Test number
    233911896161
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorDropside component insecure all (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass181,589 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    181,589 miles
    Test number
    976217807603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail181,589 miles (+5,533)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,589 miles
    Test number
    382234685135
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass176,056 miles (+6,805)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    176,056 miles
    Test number
    216671620986
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Play in propshaft centre bearing
  11. Pass169,251 miles (+8,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    169,251 miles
    Test number
    933436709903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass160,754 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    160,754 miles
    Test number
    765658483116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass152,935 miles (+193)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    152,935 miles
    Test number
    815254725007
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear body marker lights not working
  14. Fail152,742 miles (+11,578)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,742 miles
    Test number
    115056815097
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear body marker lights not working
  15. Pass141,164 miles (+10)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    141,164 miles
    Test number
    706337824082
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s mirror loose
    • NoteO/s/f seat loose
  16. Fail141,154 miles (+7,226)12 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,154 miles
    Test number
    767414224032
    • FailureDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s mirror loose
    • NoteO/s/f seat loose
  17. Pass133,928 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    133,928 miles
    Test number
    196394283472
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  18. Fail133,909 miles (+10,140)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,909 miles
    Test number
    179882983410
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  19. Pass123,769 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    123,769 miles
    Test number
    109319882425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail123,766 miles (+11,249)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,766 miles
    Test number
    575707682018
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass112,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    112,517 miles
    Test number
    946235581096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,512 miles (+15,434)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    876775381004
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
  23. Pass97,078 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,078 miles
    Test number
    394688380030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,077 miles (+9,266)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,077 miles
    Test number
    750566080081
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  25. Pass87,811 miles (+10,683)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    87,811 miles
    Test number
    652172779008
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVarious marker lights out
  26. Pass77,128 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,128 miles
    Test number
    871053178031
    • NoteSlight knock in steering rack

Questions about L26 GCS

Does L26 GCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L26 GCS expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L26 GCS?
The MOT on L26 GCS expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L26 GCS done?
L26 GCS was recorded at 201,654 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2023, an average of 8,238 miles a year.
Has L26 GCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 GCS has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L26 GCS 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 L26 GCS find?
L26 GCS passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2023 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear inner tyre obviously under inflated; windscreen wiper blade defective, and 9 more.

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