Carbodies Taxi/hire CAR

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,664 cc

L7 TSBMOT history

L7 TSB is a black diesel Carbodies Taxi/hire CAR first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 4 of 5 MOT tests, with 130,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,655 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
5
4 passed · 1 failed
Per year
197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Carbodies
Model
Taxi/hire CAR
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,664 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TSB was last recorded at 130,655 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,628 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,655 miles
  • 2024 – 130,628 miles
  • 2023 – 129,857 miles
  • 2022 – 129,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,655 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

5 tests since 28 Jan 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,655 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,655 miles
    Test number
    262445964707
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass130,628 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,628 miles
    Test number
    797869330152
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Parking and service brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill/ arch areas. Outer sill trims fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill/ arch areas. Outer sill trims fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corroded and undersealed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail130,627 miles (+770)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,627 miles
    Test number
    881452620626
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill areas corroded (undersealed) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill areas corroded (undersealed) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle (undersealed)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis , corroded and undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake and parking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

  4. Pass129,857 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,857 miles
    Test number
    625494635455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,775 miles
    Test number
    905608101385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 TSB

Does L7 TSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 TSB is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 TSB?
The MOT on L7 TSB is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 TSB done?
L7 TSB was recorded at 130,655 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 197 miles a year.
Has L7 TSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TSB has failed 1 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 TSB 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 L7 TSB find?
L7 TSB passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering pump has slight seepage.

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