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Ford Cardinal Hearse

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,984 cc

L6 LHFMOT history

L6 LHF is a black petrol Ford Cardinal Hearse first used on 17 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,168 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
156,168 km
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,907 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 LHF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cardinal Hearse
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 LHF was last recorded at 156,168 km on 5 Feb 2026, 8 km more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,160 km · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 km
Average per year
3,907 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,168 km
  • 2025 – 154,612 km
  • 2024 – 153,199 km
  • 2023 – 151,328 km
  • 2022 – 149,518 km
  • 2019 – 145,298 km
  • 2018 – 136,355 km
  • 2017 – 121,426 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,168 km
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Roll Bar D Bushes both worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,168 km (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    156,168 km
    Test number
    872561582655
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Roll Bar D Bushes both worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail156,160 km (+1,548)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,160 km
    Test number
    888236635719
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm Drivers seat belt frayed / split (7.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Roll Bar D Bushes both worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale illuminated with dip lights on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass154,612 km (+1,413)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,612 km
    Test number
    238108642284
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,199 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,199 km
    Test number
    329781706779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail153,199 km (+1,871)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,199 km
    Test number
    450884279597
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass151,328 km (+1,810)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,328 km
    Test number
    991686850228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,518 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,518 km
    Test number
    840323116642
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass148,622 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    148,622 miles
    Test number
    670311423180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass147,503 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    147,503 miles
    Test number
    160248704967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail147,503 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,503 miles
    Test number
    879129978059
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass145,298 km (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    145,298 km
    Test number
    147915414527
    • AdvisoryCHIPS IN WINDSCREEN
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed WORN (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail145,297 km (+8,942)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,297 km
    Test number
    725981325088
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F door hinges worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange bolt broken off

  13. Pass136,355 km (+14,929)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,355 km
    Test number
    316054275977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,426 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,426 km
    Test number
    837639289605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Fail121,425 km5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,425 km
    Test number
    466254945656
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass106,496 miles (+13,339)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    565327992493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,157 miles
    Test number
    119288275063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,157 miles (+12,256)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,157 miles
    Test number
    185378575010
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass80,901 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,901 miles
    Test number
    949158174093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail80,892 miles (+13,116)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,892 miles
    Test number
    957647474067
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail67,776 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,776 miles
    Test number
    146873493485
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,776 miles (+14,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,776 miles
    Test number
    305053293011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass53,069 miles (+13,742)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,069 miles
    Test number
    756183682015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid resevoir cap seal leaking

  24. Pass39,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,327 miles
    Test number
    318649681031
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Questions about L6 LHF

Does L6 LHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 LHF is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 LHF?
The MOT on L6 LHF is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 LHF done?
L6 LHF was recorded at 156,168 km at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,907 km a year.
Has L6 LHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 LHF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 LHF 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 LHF find?
L6 LHF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar d bushes both worn; front brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face, and 1 more.

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