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Nissan Cabstar

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,663 cc

LB51 MGYMOT history

LB51 MGY is a white diesel Nissan Cabstar first used on 26 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 119,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2024
Mileage
119,735 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 MGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Cabstar
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,663 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 MGY was last recorded at 119,735 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2012: 61,558 miles, lower than 61,588 miles on 21 Sept 2011.
  • 17 Jan 2019: 62,959 miles, lower than 67,351 miles on 11 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,732 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,735 miles
  • 2023 – 108,102 miles
  • 2022 – 84,825 miles
  • 2021 – 73,835 miles
  • 2020 – 70,300 miles
  • 2019 – 69,545 miles
  • 2018 – 67,351 miles
  • 2017 – 65,627 miles
  • 2016 – 64,200 miles
  • 2015 – 62,545 miles
  • 2013 – 61,558 miles
  • 2012 – 61,558 miles
  • 2011 – 61,588 miles
  • 2010 – 59,500 miles
  • 2008 – 53,872 miles
  • 2007 – 47,808 miles
  • 2006 – 43,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,735 miles
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear “D” bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous6 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,735 miles (+3)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,735 miles
    Test number
    393891929926
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear “D” bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail119,732 miles (+13)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,732 miles
    Test number
    491526114483
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail119,719 miles (+12)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,719 miles
    Test number
    197223510695
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit Positive terminal loose. (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail119,707 miles (+18)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,707 miles
    Test number
    794530629283
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle insecure such that functionality is affected U bolts loose (5.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Fail119,689 miles (+11,587)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,689 miles
    Test number
    832637261523
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked in yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater not working ns and os (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass108,102 miles (+23,277)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,102 miles
    Test number
    215785523367
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass84,825 miles1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    952361594709
    • DangerousDrivers seat base deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside surface rust to cab chassis leg
    • AdvisoryOffside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  8. Fail84,825 miles (+10,990)1 dangerous1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    499321238036
    • DangerousDrivers seat base deteriorated
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside surface rust to cab chassis leg
    • AdvisoryOffside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  9. Pass73,835 miles (+1)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    330153304509
    • DangerousDrivers seat in poor condtion
    • AdvisoryNearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail73,834 miles (+3,534)2 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,834 miles
    Test number
    513611696394
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousDrivers seat in poor condtion
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass70,300 miles (+755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,300 miles
    Test number
    855625558632
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion by engine mounts
  12. Pass69,545 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,545 miles
    Test number
    174335262843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,959 miles (-4,392)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,959 miles
    Test number
    871795427350
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass67,351 miles (+1,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,351 miles
    Test number
    322267619378
    • AdvisoryLOWER THAN EXPECTED EFFORT FROM NEARSIDE REAR PARK BRAKE BUT OVERALL EFFICIENCY OK
  15. Pass65,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    513424034611
    • AdvisorySlight lift in nearside front kingpin
  16. Fail65,627 miles (+1,427)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    560349824429
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working 382 BULB FITTED (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight lift in nearside front kingpin
  17. Pass64,200 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,200 miles
    Test number
    930313285569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,545 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,545 miles
    Test number
    239867425099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,541 miles (+983)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,541 miles
    Test number
    816466915040
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
  20. Pass61,558 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    396794903301
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCorrosion in offside front chassis
    • NoteSlight wear in front and rear anti roll bar bushes
  21. Fail61,558 miles4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    597127693247
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCorrosion in offside front chassis
    • NoteNearside and offside king pins require greasing
    • NoteSlight wear in front and rear anti roll bar bushes
  22. Pass61,558 miles (-30)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    549143032245
    • DangerousRear prop shaft universal joint excessively worn
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteKing pins have slight lift (REQUIRE GREASING)
  23. Pass61,588 miles (+2,088)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,588 miles
    Test number
    165224061278
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteLift in nearside and offside kingpins (REQUIRE GREASING)
  24. Pass59,500 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    59,500 miles
    Test number
    472483130086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked
    • NoteSlight wear in nearside and offside rear anti-roll bar bushes
  25. Fail59,500 miles (+5,628)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,500 miles
    Test number
    271237220022
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass cracked
    • NoteSlight wear in nearside and offside rear anti-roll bar bushes
  26. Pass53,872 miles (+80)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,872 miles
    Test number
    710672008131
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight lift in nearside kingpin
  27. Fail53,792 miles (+5,984)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    681954898071
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight lift in nearside kingpin
  28. Pass47,808 miles (+4,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,808 miles
    Test number
    552265247073
    • NoteSlight lift in front kingpins (requires greasing)
  29. Pass43,521 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,521 miles
    Test number
    314276626058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail43,476 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,476 miles
    Test number
    693828916020
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about LB51 MGY

Does LB51 MGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 MGY expired on 14 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 MGY?
The MOT on LB51 MGY expired on 14 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 MGY done?
LB51 MGY was recorded at 119,735 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,702 miles a year.
Has LB51 MGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 MGY has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 MGY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 MGY find?
LB51 MGY failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency below requirements; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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