
Ford Transit
Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,198 cc
L7 BRSMOT history
L7 BRS is a black diesel Ford Transit first used on 13 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 152,610 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 30 Jan 2026
- Mileage
- 152,610 mi
- At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
- MOT tests
- 20
- 11 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 10,488 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L7 BRS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2011
- First used
- 13 Sept 2011
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jan 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L7 BRS was last recorded at 152,610 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 30 Nov 2023: 141,682 miles, lower than 141,697 miles on 29 Nov 2023.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 152,610 miles · 27 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 10,488 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 152,610 miles
- 2024 – 151,629 miles
- 2023 – 141,682 miles
- 2022 – 128,296 miles
- 2020 – 113,629 miles
- 2019 – 109,965 miles
- 2018 – 101,638 miles
- 2017 – 93,120 miles
- 2016 – 75,169 miles
- 2015 – 60,563 miles
- 2014 – 43,208 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken near flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
20 tests since 27 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass152,610 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 152,610 miles
- Test number
- 416109256798
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken near flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Fail152,610 miles (+981)9 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,610 miles
- Test number
- 636153512718
- MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting At jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill near exhaust tip (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated due to hand brake lever (1.1.10 (f))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken near flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail151,629 miles (+9,947)8 major2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,629 miles
- Test number
- 581598357188
- MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
- MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Centre sill corroded outwidth prescribed areas, nearside and offside sills distorted/damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass141,682 miles (-15)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 141,682 miles
- Test number
- 252655639845
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail141,697 miles (+6,275)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,697 miles
- Test number
- 734893307602
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass135,422 miles (+7,126)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 135,422 miles
- Test number
- 907469693027
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/S sill corroded outwith prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass128,296 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 128,296 miles
- Test number
- 430899042683
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
Fail128,296 miles (+14,667)2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,296 miles
- Test number
- 956186800768
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass113,629 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 113,629 miles
- Test number
- 208532498005
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail113,626 miles (+3,661)6 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,626 miles
- Test number
- 534645114526
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
Pass109,965 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 109,965 miles
- Test number
- 966617249464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail109,965 miles (+8,327)3 dangerous3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,965 miles
- Test number
- 292925806320
- DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass101,638 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 101,638 miles
- Test number
- 354034161278
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail101,638 miles (+8,518)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,638 miles
- Test number
- 238339042985
- DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass93,120 miles (+17,951)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 93,120 miles
- Test number
- 265182622127
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
Pass75,169 miles (+14,606)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 75,169 miles
- Test number
- 912337642445
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass60,563 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 60,563 miles
- Test number
- 740713209663
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail60,563 miles (+17,355)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,563 miles
- Test number
- 197318258949
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass43,208 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 43,208 miles
- Test number
- 859150344274
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail43,208 miles1 failure6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,208 miles
- Test number
- 598699534226
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Questions about L7 BRS
- Does L7 BRS currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L7 BRS expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L7 BRS?
- The MOT on L7 BRS expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L7 BRS done?
- L7 BRS was recorded at 152,610 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 10,488 miles a year.
- Has L7 BRS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L7 BRS has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on L7 BRS ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L7 BRS find?
- L7 BRS passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.
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