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Ford Cardinal Hearse

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,984 cc

L6 HRFMOT history

L6 HRF is a black petrol Ford Cardinal Hearse first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 47,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
47,839 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 HRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cardinal Hearse
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 HRF was last recorded at 47,839 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,837 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,839 miles
  • 2025 – 46,541 miles
  • 2024 – 45,234 miles
  • 2023 – 43,314 miles
  • 2022 – 41,817 miles
  • 2021 – 39,325 miles
  • 2020 – 37,380 miles
  • 2019 – 37,058 miles
  • 2018 – 35,760 miles
  • 2017 – 34,472 miles
  • 2016 – 33,642 miles
  • 2015 – 31,852 miles
  • 2014 – 30,553 miles
  • 2013 – 29,172 miles
  • 2012 – 28,071 miles
  • 2011 – 26,060 miles
  • 2009 – 19,950 miles
  • 2008 – 17,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,839 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (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 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,839 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    47,839 miles
    Test number
    469822089064
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  2. Fail47,837 miles (+1,296)3 dangerous2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,837 miles
    Test number
    455918689438
    • DangerousCentral Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  3. Pass46,541 miles (+1,307)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    46,541 miles
    Test number
    220340383869
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass45,234 miles (+1,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    45,234 miles
    Test number
    376348890022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass43,314 miles (+1,497)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    43,314 miles
    Test number
    259528825804
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  6. Pass41,817 miles (+2,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    41,817 miles
    Test number
    372938439677
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shocker damp
    • AdvisoryUnder body has surface corrosion

  7. Pass39,325 miles (+1,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,325 miles
    Test number
    139568479082
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded/small hole/slight blow

  8. Pass37,380 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,380 miles
    Test number
    739144972424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,256 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,256 miles
    Test number
    399035398988
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Fail37,256 miles (+198)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,256 miles
    Test number
    689799193292
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass37,058 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,058 miles
    Test number
    306073142608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

  12. Fail37,055 miles (+1,295)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    766879151381
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

  13. Pass35,760 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    305678963801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear end of sill/wheelarch holed out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring strap retaining strap corroded

  14. Fail35,760 miles (+1,288)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    294408577095
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear end of sill/wheelarch holed out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring strap retaining strap corroded

  15. Pass34,472 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    34,472 miles
    Test number
    346829358697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor inner sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill under arch holed out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch area holed outside prescribed area

  16. Fail34,457 miles (+815)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,457 miles
    Test number
    907195860845
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor inner sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill under arch holed out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch area holed outside prescribed area

  17. Pass33,642 miles (+71)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,642 miles
    Test number
    427739604480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in all rear spring bushes

  18. Fail33,571 miles (+1,719)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,571 miles
    Test number
    304305759422
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in all rear spring bushes

  19. Pass31,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    31,852 miles
    Test number
    597809525026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail31,852 miles (+1,299)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,852 miles
    Test number
    275088725086
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass30,553 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,553 miles
    Test number
    749197304093
    • 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)
    • NoteRear o/s bump stop missing

  22. Fail30,553 miles (+1,381)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,553 miles
    Test number
    927243104048
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear o/s bump stop missing

  23. Fail29,172 miles2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,172 miles
    Test number
    116005423079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brakes light binding
    • NoteN/s/f inner sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • NoteO/s handbrake cable retainer deteriated

  24. Pass29,172 miles (+1,101)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,172 miles
    Test number
    146435323081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brakes light binding
    • NoteN/s/f inner sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • NoteO/s handbrake cable retainer deteriated

  25. Pass28,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    617762232051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,071 miles (+2,011)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    259931532049
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass26,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,060 miles
    Test number
    735650891075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,619 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    23,619 km
    Test number
    611996500191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass19,950 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,950 miles
    Test number
    893201069024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,475 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,475 miles
    Test number
    924517768032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail17,470 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,470 miles
    Test number
    651784368044
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Questions about L6 HRF

Does L6 HRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 HRF is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 HRF?
The MOT on L6 HRF is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 HRF done?
L6 HRF was recorded at 47,839 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 1,632 miles a year.
Has L6 HRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 HRF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 HRF 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 L6 HRF find?
L6 HRF passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: central front prop shaft bearing has slight play; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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