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Peugeot RCZ

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L40 BECMOT history

L40 BEC is a white petrol Peugeot RCZ first used on 25 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 61,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L40 BEC white Peugeot Rcz – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Peugeot Rcz, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
61,422 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 BEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Peugeot
Model
RCZ
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 BEC was last recorded at 61,422 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 4,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,478 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,944 miles
Average per year
4,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,422 miles
  • 2025 – 56,478 miles
  • 2024 – 52,845 miles
  • 2023 – 48,081 miles
  • 2021 – 46,961 miles
  • 2020 – 43,443 miles
  • 2019 – 40,632 miles
  • 2017 – 37,085 miles
  • 2016 – 34,288 miles
  • 2015 – 12,216 miles
  • 2014 – 9,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,422 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    61,422 miles
    Test number
    827960537403
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail61,422 miles (+4,944)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,422 miles
    Test number
    514394186416
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass56,478 miles (+205)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    56,478 miles
    Test number
    311004364080
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail56,273 miles (+3,428)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    393523497807
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    52,845 miles
    Test number
    338547888318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail52,741 miles (+4,660)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,741 miles
    Test number
    500287851077
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass48,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,081 miles
    Test number
    472394109511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail48,081 miles (+1,120)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,081 miles
    Test number
    820186755277
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass46,961 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    46,961 miles
    Test number
    613895003168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass44,914 miles (+1,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    44,914 miles
    Test number
    903813794824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

  11. Pass43,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,443 miles
    Test number
    900952916818
    • AdvisorySill covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of those areas

  12. Fail43,443 miles (+2,811)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,443 miles
    Test number
    983255913654
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of those areas

  13. Pass40,632 miles (+3,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    40,632 miles
    Test number
    695908134119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall slight cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29 per cent (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel nuts and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

  14. Pass37,085 miles (+2,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    247620799822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

  15. Pass34,288 miles (+10,624)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,288 miles
    Test number
    735632464657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,664 miles (+11,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    23,664 miles
    Test number
    176852722024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass12,216 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    12,216 miles
    Test number
    685215925162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,042 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    12,042 miles
    Test number
    215968375053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,696 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    9,696 miles
    Test number
    559296004123
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCuts in n/s/f and o/s/f and n/s/r tyre walls. [not to cords]

Questions about L40 BEC

Does L40 BEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 BEC is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 BEC?
The MOT on L40 BEC is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 BEC done?
L40 BEC was recorded at 61,422 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 4,197 miles a year.
Has L40 BEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 BEC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 BEC 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 L40 BEC find?
L40 BEC passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front lower oil leak, but not excessive.

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