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Nissan Cabstar

White · Diesel · 2009 · 2,489 cc

L46 ELSMOT history

L46 ELS is a white diesel Nissan Cabstar first used on 19 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 64,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
64,312 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L46 ELS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Cabstar
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,489 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L46 ELS was last recorded at 64,312 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 9,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,544 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,768 miles
Average per year
3,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,312 miles
  • 2025 – 54,544 miles
  • 2024 – 51,169 miles
  • 2023 – 49,559 miles
  • 2020 – 49,559 miles
  • 2018 – 48,710 miles
  • 2017 – 45,302 miles
  • 2015 – 36,641 miles
  • 2014 – 32,150 miles
  • 2013 – 25,233 miles
  • 2012 – 15,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,312 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,312 miles (+9,768)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    64,312 miles
    Test number
    250452047036
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,544 miles (+3,375)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    277892210215
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass51,169 miles (+1,610)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    51,169 miles
    Test number
    148559429841
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass49,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    49,559 miles
    Test number
    197969092088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,559 miles
    Test number
    604727408655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,559 miles (+849)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,559 miles
    Test number
    814762281144
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,710 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,710 miles
    Test number
    647004831762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    535169202210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail45,302 miles (+8,661)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    967384848285
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush both. (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  10. Pass36,641 miles (+4,491)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,641 miles
    Test number
    474726275419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    998680194277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,150 miles (+6,917)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    769819984254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake pads on limit

  13. Pass25,233 miles (+9,234)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    25,233 miles
    Test number
    728824403314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    15,999 miles
    Test number
    156082382289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail15,999 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,999 miles
    Test number
    836332182271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L46 ELS

Does L46 ELS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L46 ELS is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L46 ELS?
The MOT on L46 ELS is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L46 ELS done?
L46 ELS was recorded at 64,312 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 3,584 miles a year.
Has L46 ELS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L46 ELS has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on L46 ELS 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 L46 ELS find?
L46 ELS passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen.

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