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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

L4 BVEMOT history

L4 BVE is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 19 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 187,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

L4 BVE white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2022
Mileage
187,220 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 BVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L4 BVE was last recorded at 187,220 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 8,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,671 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
8,549 miles
Average per year
11,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 187,220 miles
  • 2021 – 178,671 miles
  • 2020 – 163,410 miles
  • 2018 – 145,670 miles
  • 2017 – 130,571 miles
  • 2016 – 120,126 miles
  • 2015 – 108,960 miles
  • 2014 – 96,273 miles
  • 2013 – 87,859 miles
  • 2012 – 67,699 miles
  • 2011 – 50,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail187,220 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb in a halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills and step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb in a halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills and step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Engine bay across bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Engine bay (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f o/s/f inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail187,220 miles (+8,549)2 dangerous24 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,220 miles
    Test number
    475699201768
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb in a halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills and step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb in a halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills and step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Cills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Engine bay across bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Engine bay (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass178,671 miles (+15,261)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    178,671 miles
    Test number
    845219849097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. OSR has less effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass163,410 miles (+335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    163,410 miles
    Test number
    635171026328
    • AdvisoryFront inner sills and chassis corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Step corroded

  4. Fail163,075 miles (+17,405)13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,075 miles
    Test number
    229309930652
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis rail corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis rail corroded

  5. Pass145,670 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,670 miles
    Test number
    661522864417
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f o/s/f inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail145,601 miles (+8,264)3 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,601 miles
    Test number
    609902228529
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassie spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassie tow bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill middle sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasse tow bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f o/s/f inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass137,337 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,337 miles
    Test number
    194391801370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,571 miles (+10,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    130,571 miles
    Test number
    224705304609
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under side

  9. Pass120,126 miles (+11,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    120,126 miles
    Test number
    233396995779
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrision under side

  10. Pass108,960 miles (+12,687)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,960 miles
    Test number
    988821535159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,273 miles (+8,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,273 miles
    Test number
    197083334112
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass87,859 miles (+20,160)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,859 miles
    Test number
    635963023148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    117025232184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,699 miles (+16,872)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    289775632490
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  15. Pass50,827 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,827 miles
    Test number
    129668631170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,823 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,823 miles
    Test number
    196347831103
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about L4 BVE

Does L4 BVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 BVE expired on 24 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 BVE?
The MOT on L4 BVE expired on 24 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 BVE done?
L4 BVE was recorded at 187,220 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 11,645 miles a year.
Has L4 BVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 BVE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 BVE 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 L4 BVE find?
L4 BVE failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 24 major defects and 9 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; rear stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 32 more.

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