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Green and Silver · Diesel · 1994 · 2,800 cc

L42 PTVMOT history

L42 PTV is a green and silver diesel Mitsubishi first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 188,343 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
188,343 km
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,547 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L42 PTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Colour
Green and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L42 PTV was last recorded at 188,343 km on 26 Jan 2026, 17,512 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
170,831 km · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
17,512 km
Average per year
7,547 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,343 km
  • 2021 – 170,831 km
  • 2013 – 102,144 km
  • 2006 – 39,398 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,343 kmPassed 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.

  • ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,343 km
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    188,343 km
    Test number
    584863526302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,343 miles (+9,339)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,343 miles
    Test number
    891409583418
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,004 miles (+774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    179,004 miles
    Test number
    276352696008
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4
    • AdvisoryUndersealed

  4. Pass178,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    178,230 miles
    Test number
    255949716547
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail178,230 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,230 miles
    Test number
    909820404961
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) idler bush worn to excess (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass170,831 km2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,831 km
    Test number
    840305285085
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass169,008 miles (+14,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,008 miles
    Test number
    280733452697
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath undersealed

  8. Pass154,625 miles (+7,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,625 miles
    Test number
    191267166203
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass147,233 miles (+6,537)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,233 miles
    Test number
    930105046501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,696 miles (+9,193)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    140,696 miles
    Test number
    271116562250
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play slight lift (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing out of shape

  11. Pass131,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    131,503 miles
    Test number
    574204301758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail131,503 miles (+13,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,503 miles
    Test number
    642069741397
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Fail118,164 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,164 miles
    Test number
    205282135495
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass118,164 miles (+7,589)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,164 miles
    Test number
    349022135179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,575 miles
    Test number
    125427724176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,144 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,144 km
    Test number
    218086333189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,453 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,453 miles
    Test number
    328098012128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,563 miles (+12,089)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    457089921100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,474 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,474 miles
    Test number
    441837220184
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass73,474 miles (+7,841)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,474 miles
    Test number
    544327520161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,633 miles (+8,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    223408329115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass56,799 miles (+8,741)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,799 miles
    Test number
    644290238149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,058 miles
    Test number
    512082427133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,398 km
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,398 km
    Test number
    411833326197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L42 PTV

Does L42 PTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L42 PTV is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L42 PTV?
The MOT on L42 PTV is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L42 PTV done?
L42 PTV was recorded at 188,343 km at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 7,547 km a year.
Has L42 PTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L42 PTV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L42 PTV 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 L42 PTV find?
L42 PTV passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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