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Ford Ecosport

Grey · Petrol · 2015 · 998 cc

L40 TBFMOT history

L40 TBF is a grey petrol Ford Ecosport first used on 31 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 89,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

L40 TBF grey Ford Ecosport – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,382 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 TBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ecosport
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
31 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 TBF was last recorded at 89,382 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 16,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,801 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
16,581 miles
Average per year
9,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,382 miles
  • 2025 – 72,801 miles
  • 2024 – 65,352 miles
  • 2023 – 57,367 miles
  • 2022 – 41,980 miles
  • 2021 – 28,858 miles
  • 2020 – 25,869 miles
  • 2019 – 21,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,382 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 3 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,382 miles
    Test number
    229496144751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail89,382 miles (+16,581)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,382 miles
    Test number
    198403660984
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  3. Pass72,801 miles (+7,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,801 miles
    Test number
    606487484816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXLE/TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXLE/TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass65,352 miles (+7,985)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    188279120806
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass57,367 miles (+15,387)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    707778660820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,980 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    41,980 miles
    Test number
    254144594394
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail41,980 miles (+13,122)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,980 miles
    Test number
    374484166078
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass28,858 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    28,858 miles
    Test number
    213181326850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,869 miles (+4,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,869 miles
    Test number
    843860063770
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass21,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,067 miles
    Test number
    818792619265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L40 TBF

Does L40 TBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 TBF is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 TBF?
The MOT on L40 TBF is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 TBF done?
L40 TBF was recorded at 89,382 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 9,582 miles a year.
Has L40 TBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 TBF has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 TBF 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 TBF find?
L40 TBF passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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