
Ford Transit
White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,198 cc
L5 VRUMOT history
L5 VRU is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 19 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 240,985 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 240,985 mi
- At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 11
- 7 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 13,604 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L5 VRU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2016
- First used
- 19 Jan 2016
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L5 VRU was last recorded at 240,985 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 240,985 miles · 24 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 13,604 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 240,985 miles
- 2025 – 229,856 miles
- 2024 – 210,474 miles
- 2022 – 202,125 miles
- 2020 – 187,765 miles
- 2019 – 145,451 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Brake pedal wearing smooth
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Format incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
11 tests since 18 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass240,985 miles1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 240,985 miles
- Test number
- 931658180838
- MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail240,985 miles (+11,129)5 major1 minor15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,985 miles
- Test number
- 577122787374
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Test limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass229,856 miles (+1)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 229,856 miles
- Test number
- 646840537870
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront and rear registration plates appear to be fitted over the non-compliant registration plates
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail229,855 miles (+19,381)4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 229,855 miles
- Test number
- 115566025481
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Format incorrect (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Format incorrect (0.1 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass210,474 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 210,474 miles
- Test number
- 607879356386
- AdvisoryFuel filler neck damp, but not leaking at time of test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear leaf spring to axle U bolts appear to be incorrect
Fail210,474 miles (+8,349)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 210,474 miles
- Test number
- 464295840794
- DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Format incorrect (0.1 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Format incorrect (0.1 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFuel filler neck damp, but not leaking at time of test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear leaf spring to axle U bolts appear to be incorrect
Pass202,125 miles (+14,360)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 202,125 miles
- Test number
- 915547591329
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass187,765 miles (+17,026)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 187,765 miles
- Test number
- 919562719937
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass170,739 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 170,739 miles
- Test number
- 801003516406
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail170,739 miles (+25,288)1 dangerous11 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,739 miles
- Test number
- 633247876266
- DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Lower Dropside component insecure hinge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
- MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass145,451 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 145,451 miles
- Test number
- 670637917202
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Questions about L5 VRU
- Does L5 VRU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VRU is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L5 VRU?
- The MOT on L5 VRU is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L5 VRU done?
- L5 VRU was recorded at 240,985 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 13,604 miles a year.
- Has L5 VRU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L5 VRU has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on L5 VRU 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 L5 VRU find?
- L5 VRU passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheelarch, and 10 more.
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