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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,198 cc

L8 CAPMOT history

L8 CAP is a black diesel Ford Transit first used on 22 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 121,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

L8 CAP black Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,268 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 CAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 CAP was last recorded at 121,268 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 6,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,329 miles · 28 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,939 miles
Average per year
8,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,268 miles
  • 2024 – 114,329 miles
  • 2023 – 109,492 miles
  • 2022 – 103,753 miles
  • 2021 – 93,938 miles
  • 2020 – 82,999 miles
  • 2019 – 67,122 miles
  • 2017 – 54,786 miles
  • 2016 – 47,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,268 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Side mirror slightly cracked
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySide mirror cover missing N/S AND O/S

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED, BUT READABLE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working INOP.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged MIRROR GLASS, CRACKED.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,268 miles (+6,939)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    672391228970
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side mirror slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide mirror cover missing N/S AND O/S

  2. Pass114,329 miles (+4,837)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    773756407138
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNs\os obligatory mirror cover missing

  3. Pass109,492 miles (+5,733)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,492 miles
    Test number
    705909736994
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass103,759 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,759 miles
    Test number
    651472980097
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged MIRROR GLASS, CRACKED. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED, BUT READABLE. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working INOP. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail103,753 miles (+9,815)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,753 miles
    Test number
    723152372479
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH, BADLY SPLIT AND DISTORTED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured FRONT SHACKLE, AREA. CRACKED. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working INOP. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps N/S AND OS, INOP. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged MIRROR GLASS, CRACKED. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS, BADLY LIPPED, SCORED AND CORRODED. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED, BUT READABLE. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working INOP. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass93,938 miles (+8)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    117729348611
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail93,930 miles (+10,931)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,930 miles
    Test number
    901375231931
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,999 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    731545648230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,997 miles (+15,875)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,997 miles
    Test number
    823530732362
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,122 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    727687605802
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail67,121 miles (+12,335)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,121 miles
    Test number
    782709403273
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,786 miles (+7,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,786 miles
    Test number
    643312056273
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  13. Pass47,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,539 miles
    Test number
    287736902163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 CAP

Does L8 CAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 CAP is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 CAP?
The MOT on L8 CAP is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 CAP done?
L8 CAP was recorded at 121,268 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 8,005 miles a year.
Has L8 CAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 CAP has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 CAP 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 L8 CAP find?
L8 CAP passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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