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Fiat Ducato

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,999 cc

L40 MEAMOT history

L40 MEA is a white diesel Fiat Ducato first used on 2 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

L40 MEA white Fiat Ducato – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
47,858 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Ducato
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 MEA was last recorded at 47,858 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 6,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,357 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,501 miles
Average per year
2,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,858 miles
  • 2025 – 41,357 miles
  • 2024 – 36,201 miles
  • 2023 – 35,829 miles
  • 2022 – 35,072 miles
  • 2021 – 34,223 miles
  • 2019 – 30,487 miles
  • 2018 – 28,737 miles
  • 2017 – 28,321 miles
  • 2016 – 26,959 miles
  • 2015 – 26,287 miles
  • 2014 – 23,386 miles
  • 2013 – 20,106 miles
  • 2012 – 17,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,858 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust front pipe mounting rubber split and insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,858 miles (+6,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    47,858 miles
    Test number
    418521660458
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass41,357 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    41,357 miles
    Test number
    476896547675
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail41,338 miles (+5,137)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,338 miles
    Test number
    229440439258
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass36,201 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    36,201 miles
    Test number
    329230810507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,198 miles (+369)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,198 miles
    Test number
    723568560815
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass35,829 miles (+757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,829 miles
    Test number
    269852436849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs pitted through lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass35,072 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    35,072 miles
    Test number
    497269851245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,223 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,223 miles
    Test number
    432054162520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,487 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,487 miles
    Test number
    892792403338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    28,739 miles
    Test number
    961574116853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,739 miles (+2)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,739 miles
    Test number
    508984090212
    • MajorEmissions not tested excess smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass28,737 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    28,737 miles
    Test number
    311733249953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,732 miles (+4)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,732 miles
    Test number
    603021472751
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  14. Pass28,728 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    28,728 miles
    Test number
    119035852314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,727 miles (+406)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,727 miles
    Test number
    352667830868
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass28,321 miles (+1,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,321 miles
    Test number
    779343106785
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake low effort

  17. Pass26,959 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,959 miles
    Test number
    896918391967
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe mounting rubber split and insecure

  18. Fail26,948 miles (+661)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,948 miles
    Test number
    563779159903
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe mounting rubber split and insecure

  19. Pass26,287 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    26,287 miles
    Test number
    767695755052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    23,386 miles
    Test number
    578157654091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,386 miles (+3,280)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,386 miles
    Test number
    977327954078
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass20,106 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,106 miles
    Test number
    488137453038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,925 miles
    Test number
    499797642003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 MEA

Does L40 MEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 MEA is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 MEA?
The MOT on L40 MEA is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 MEA done?
L40 MEA was recorded at 47,858 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 2,071 miles a year.
Has L40 MEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MEA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 MEA 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 MEA find?
L40 MEA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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