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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

L8 PBEMOT history

L8 PBE is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 30 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 69,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

L8 PBE blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
69,549 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 PBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 PBE was last recorded at 69,549 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 12,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,207 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,342 miles
Average per year
6,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,549 miles
  • 2025 – 57,207 miles
  • 2024 – 46,960 miles
  • 2023 – 41,501 miles
  • 2022 – 36,386 miles
  • 2021 – 31,353 miles
  • 2020 – 25,429 miles
  • 2019 – 18,795 miles
  • 2018 – 15,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail69,549 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail69,549 miles (+12,342)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    113261581657
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass57,207 miles (+10,247)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    57,207 miles
    Test number
    964709726707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,960 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    970071365538
    • AdvisoryMiddle & Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail46,960 miles (+5,459)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    276152401260
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle & Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass41,501 miles (+5,115)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    41,501 miles
    Test number
    831614160444
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass36,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    36,386 miles
    Test number
    798175413500
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail36,386 miles (+5,033)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,386 miles
    Test number
    682526239713
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass31,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    31,353 miles
    Test number
    991297259205
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail31,353 miles (+5,924)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,353 miles
    Test number
    601257597756
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass25,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    25,429 miles
    Test number
    552092520022
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail25,429 miles (+6,634)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,429 miles
    Test number
    122244189041
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass18,795 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    18,795 miles
    Test number
    196137971743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,141 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    18,141 miles
    Test number
    158174800219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    15,439 miles
    Test number
    473413755203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 PBE

Does L8 PBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 PBE is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 PBE?
The MOT on L8 PBE is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 PBE done?
L8 PBE was recorded at 69,549 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 6,480 miles a year.
Has L8 PBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 PBE has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 PBE 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 PBE find?
L8 PBE failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 3 more.

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