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White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,402 cc

L31 RSMMOT history

L31 RSM is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 17 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 290,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L31 RSM white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
290,895 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 RSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 RSM was last recorded at 290,895 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 7,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Feb 2015: 114,502 miles, lower than 144,497 miles on 2 Feb 2015.

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
283,560 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,335 miles
Average per year
15,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 290,895 miles
  • 2025 – 283,560 miles
  • 2024 – 255,718 miles
  • 2023 – 222,907 miles
  • 2022 – 184,390 miles
  • 2021 – 150,130 miles
  • 2019 – 148,266 miles
  • 2018 – 139,216 miles
  • 2017 – 130,608 miles
  • 2016 – 121,670 miles
  • 2015 – 114,502 miles
  • 2013 – 109,279 miles
  • 2012 – 92,349 miles
  • 2011 – 63,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass290,895 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass290,895 miles (+7,335)4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    290,895 miles
    Test number
    872690107420
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass283,560 miles (+27,842)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    283,560 miles
    Test number
    274474287852
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass255,718 miles (+32,811)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    255,718 miles
    Test number
    539761545353
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass222,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    222,907 miles
    Test number
    886707781330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail222,906 miles (+38,516)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,906 miles
    Test number
    945238282348
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass184,390 miles (+34,260)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,390 miles
    Test number
    105806548744
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,130 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,130 miles
    Test number
    827334457159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass148,266 miles (+2,385)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    148,266 miles
    Test number
    788136443848
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r hub damp

  9. Fail145,881 miles (+6,665)2 dangerous10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,881 miles
    Test number
    648623904486
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOutline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded all (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryProbshaft bearing worn

  10. Pass139,216 miles (+8,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,216 miles
    Test number
    847390366992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass130,608 miles (+8,938)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,608 miles
    Test number
    563559389896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,670 miles (+7,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    121,670 miles
    Test number
    762947287961
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint all four (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both bottom arm rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear hub seals slight leak

  13. Pass114,502 miles (-29,995)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    637535435054
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail144,497 miles (+35,218)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,497 miles
    Test number
    147243435447
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass109,279 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    109,279 miles
    Test number
    338758133384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,270 miles (+4,503)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    416993033303
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f marker inop

  17. Pass104,767 miles (+12,418)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,767 miles
    Test number
    115139903190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,349 miles (+28,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,349 miles
    Test number
    266706392016
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass63,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,811 miles
    Test number
    758368401192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,811 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,811 miles
    Test number
    916318901150
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L31 RSM

Does L31 RSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 RSM is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 RSM?
The MOT on L31 RSM is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 RSM done?
L31 RSM was recorded at 290,895 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 15,320 miles a year.
Has L31 RSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 RSM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L31 RSM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L31 RSM find?
L31 RSM passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 4 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front windscreen wiper blade defective both; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 10 more.

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