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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,402 cc

L8 TLPMOT history

L8 TLP is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

L8 TLP white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
118,052 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 TLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 TLP was last recorded at 118,052 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 1,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,425 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,627 miles
Average per year
4,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,052 miles
  • 2025 – 116,425 miles
  • 2024 – 113,550 miles
  • 2023 – 112,618 miles
  • 2022 – 111,887 miles
  • 2021 – 111,426 miles
  • 2019 – 107,573 miles
  • 2018 – 100,563 miles
  • 2016 – 95,554 miles
  • 2015 – 92,016 miles
  • 2014 – 87,371 miles
  • 2012 – 79,215 miles
  • 2011 – 66,643 miles
  • 2010 – 53,605 miles
  • 2009 – 41,145 miles
  • 2008 – 30,875 miles
  • 2007 – 28,062 miles
  • 2006 – 23,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,052 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear mudguards missing

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.

  • Offside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Body panel Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,052 miles (+1,627)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,052 miles
    Test number
    300344799625
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear mudguards missing
  2. Pass116,425 miles (+47)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,425 miles
    Test number
    363829001642
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Fail116,378 miles (+2,828)1 dangerous15 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,378 miles
    Test number
    762401785864
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBody insecure entire rear bed corroded to excess (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass113,550 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,550 miles
    Test number
    186331421560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  5. Fail113,549 miles (+931)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,549 miles
    Test number
    365313479469
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  6. Pass112,618 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,618 miles
    Test number
    910041249817
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  7. Fail112,618 miles (+731)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,618 miles
    Test number
    159844368460
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Pass111,887 miles (+461)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,887 miles
    Test number
    697052523580
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just made minimum requirements,would benefit adjustment or repair
  9. Pass111,426 miles (+25)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,426 miles
    Test number
    632592669576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes above fuel tank
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside/chassis
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  10. Fail111,401 miles (+3,828)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,401 miles
    Test number
    912520338014
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes above fuel tank
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside/chassis
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  11. Pass107,573 miles (+7,010)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,573 miles
    Test number
    761307405029
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF and OSF under chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass100,563 miles (+5,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,563 miles
    Test number
    718394623201
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view CASING MISSING (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass95,554 miles (+3,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    95,554 miles
    Test number
    744371323484
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass92,016 miles (+4,645)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,016 miles
    Test number
    589395515237
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
  15. Pass87,371 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    345267094053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside parking brake performance slightly low
  16. Fail87,371 miles (+8,156)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    968547694064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside parking brake performance slightly low
  17. Pass79,215 miles (+12,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,215 miles
    Test number
    345118682101
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
  18. Pass66,643 miles (+13,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,643 miles
    Test number
    298276181471
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  19. Pass53,605 miles (+304)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    184303780196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail53,301 miles (+12,156)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,301 miles
    Test number
    222583270135
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass41,145 miles (+10,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,145 miles
    Test number
    833553089169
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Pass30,875 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    932040388122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,062 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    313577277248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,758 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    23,758 miles
    Test number
    300383556364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,025 miles
    Test number
    962359106098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 TLP

Does L8 TLP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 TLP expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 TLP?
The MOT on L8 TLP expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 TLP done?
L8 TLP was recorded at 118,052 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 4,762 miles a year.
Has L8 TLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 TLP has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 TLP 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 TLP find?
L8 TLP failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear position lamp not working; offside rear brake cable damaged; offside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 9 more.

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