
Ford Transit
White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc
L97 ORCMOT history
L97 ORC is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 8 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,720 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Jan 2024
- Mileage
- 89,720 mi
- At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 2,067 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L97 ORC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,500 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1994
- First used
- 8 Apr 1994
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Jan 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
L97 ORC was last recorded at 89,720 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2023.
Mileage went down between tests
- 2 Dec 2021: 83,430 miles, lower than 83,448 miles on 10 Dec 2020.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 89,713 miles · 3 Jan 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 7 miles
- Average per year
- 2,067 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 89,720 miles
- 2021 – 83,430 miles
- 2020 – 83,448 miles
- 2019 – 83,333 miles
- 2018 – 80,550 miles
- 2017 – 80,481 miles
- 2016 – 80,335 miles
- 2015 – 80,152 miles
- 2014 – 79,385 miles
- 2013 – 78,273 miles
- 2011 – 77,604 miles
- 2010 – 76,843 miles
- 2009 – 75,664 miles
- 2008 – 68,178 miles
- 2007 – 63,795 miles
- 2006 – 55,283 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material loading valve area (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
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.
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear
Minor2 MOTs, 2018
Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill not with in 30cm of suspension mountings
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Full MOT history
26 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass89,720 miles (+7)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 89,720 miles
- Test number
- 974201071850
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material loading valve area (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail89,713 miles (+6,283)2 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,713 miles
- Test number
- 895715755574
- DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- DangerousRear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material loading valve area (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass83,430 miles (-18)2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 83,430 miles
- Test number
- 883498120773
- MinorOffside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front chassis / front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass83,448 miles (+52)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 83,448 miles
- Test number
- 533894363657
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail83,396 miles (+63)5 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,396 miles
- Test number
- 994334173553
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive UP/DOWN movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill corner areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front end chassis topside area next to washer bottle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner w/arch top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Excessively split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryAppears to be slight w/bearing noise starting at N/S/R wheel when spun
- AdvisoryExcessive corrosion and holes at front end chassis/inner wing engine bay areas behind h/light mounts (NOT quite within fail limits at time of test)
- AdvisoryFront end chassis areas around suspension arm mounts getting corroded
- AdvisoryGENERAL UNDERSIDE GETTING ABIT CORRODED IN PLACES
- AdvisoryReverse lights n/w
- AdvisoryVEHICLE STARTING TO GET IN POOR CONDITION IN PLACES
Pass83,333 miles (+2,783)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 83,333 miles
- Test number
- 823487640769
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass80,550 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 80,550 miles
- Test number
- 238478247429
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill not with in 30cm of suspension mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced scuttle not effecting steering or braking (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPropshaft centre bearing deteriorated
Fail80,546 miles (+65)1 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,546 miles
- Test number
- 913108410342
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill not with in 30cm of suspension mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced scuttle not effecting steering or braking (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryPropshaft centre bearing deteriorated
Pass80,481 miles (+1)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 80,481 miles
- Test number
- 364947011537
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing
- AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres perished on outer sidewall *strong advise*
- AdvisorySurface rust to underside of vehicle
Fail80,480 miles (+145)6 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,480 miles
- Test number
- 549166803437
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing
- AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres perished on outer sidewall *strong advise*
- AdvisorySurface rust to underside of vehicle
Pass80,335 miles (+183)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 80,335 miles
- Test number
- 898169424531
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,152 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 80,152 miles
- Test number
- 509896715233
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- NoteOff side front tyre slightly perished near side rear tyre slightly perished
Fail80,152 miles (+767)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,152 miles
- Test number
- 178482615291
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- NoteOff side front tyre slightly perished near side rear tyre slightly perished
Pass79,385 miles (+1,112)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 79,385 miles
- Test number
- 126558764121
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,273 miles (+669)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 78,273 miles
- Test number
- 447113883155
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,604 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2012
- Odometer
- 77,604 miles
- Test number
- 196492231166
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail77,604 miles (+761)2 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,604 miles
- Test number
- 325012431131
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryCentre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteO/s rear exhaust on body
Pass76,843 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2011
- Odometer
- 76,843 miles
- Test number
- 872847320195
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,843 miles (+1,179)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,843 miles
- Test number
- 743495320140
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
Pass75,664 miles (+104)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 75,664 miles
- Test number
- 721555779068
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,560 miles (+7,382)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,560 miles
- Test number
- 673359569090
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
Pass68,178 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 68,178 miles
- Test number
- 380253078006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail68,178 miles (+4,383)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,178 miles
- Test number
- 162810678405
- FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass63,795 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2008
- Odometer
- 63,795 miles
- Test number
- 290757837114
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,795 miles (+8,512)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,795 miles
- Test number
- 282657637125
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Pass55,283 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2007
- Odometer
- 55,283 miles
- Test number
- 962310646188
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L97 ORC
- Does L97 ORC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L97 ORC expired on 16 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L97 ORC?
- The MOT on L97 ORC expired on 16 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L97 ORC done?
- L97 ORC was recorded at 89,720 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 2,067 miles a year.
- Has L97 ORC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L97 ORC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
- Has the mileage on L97 ORC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Dec 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L97 ORC find?
- L97 ORC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.
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