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Lincoln Town CAR Auto

White · Petrol · 2003 · 4,600 cc

S23 TJLMOT history

S23 TJL is a white petrol Lincoln Town CAR Auto first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 285,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
285,246 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 TJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lincoln
Model
Town CAR Auto
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 TJL was last recorded at 285,246 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 9,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,586 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,660 miles
Average per year
11,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 285,246 miles
  • 2025 – 275,586 miles
  • 2024 – 272,494 miles
  • 2018 – 249,967 miles
  • 2017 – 227,834 miles
  • 2016 – 202,290 miles
  • 2015 – 177,232 miles
  • 2014 – 163,351 miles
  • 2013 – 156,183 miles
  • 2012 – 149,920 miles
  • 2011 – 138,740 miles
  • 2010 – 125,858 miles
  • 2009 – 107,474 miles
  • 2008 – 90,773 miles
  • 2007 – 77,618 miles
  • 2006 – 58,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass285,246 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeavily underseled

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.

  • Brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass285,246 miles (+9,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    285,246 miles
    Test number
    165820574284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeavily underseled

  2. Pass275,586 miles (+3,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    275,586 miles
    Test number
    977358350526
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  3. Pass272,494 miles (+22,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    272,494 miles
    Test number
    539892281467
    • AdvisoryUndersides covered in underseal

  4. Pass249,967 miles (+22,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    249,967 miles
    Test number
    335845030292
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront chassis corroded

  5. Pass227,834 miles (+25,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    227,834 miles
    Test number
    194461505083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront chassis both sides corroded

  6. Pass202,290 miles (+25,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    202,290 miles
    Test number
    351837611805
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  7. Pass177,232 miles (+13,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    177,232 miles
    Test number
    905405733022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass163,351 miles (+7,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    163,351 miles
    Test number
    298713924311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass156,183 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    156,183 miles
    Test number
    965705123394
    • NotePlay in o/s rear wheel bearing ( in and out )
    • NoteSlight power steering leak

  10. Fail156,176 miles (+23)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,176 miles
    Test number
    897904023349
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBonnet not shutting correctly
    • NoteRear roll bar inner bushes have slight play
    • NoteUnder body and chasis corroded
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  11. Fail156,153 miles (+6,233)6 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,153 miles
    Test number
    779282113329
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureUpper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBonnet not shutting correctly
    • NoteRear roll bar inner bushes have slight play
    • NoteUnder body and chasis corroded
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  12. Pass149,920 miles (+11,180)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    149,920 miles
    Test number
    496678312383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag fault warning light on

  13. Pass138,740 miles (+12,882)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    138,740 miles
    Test number
    128353911353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,858 miles (+18,384)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    125,858 miles
    Test number
    470838720395
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R Brake disc pitted

  15. Pass107,474 miles (+16,701)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    107,474 miles
    Test number
    792748839315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Pass90,773 miles (+13,155)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    90,773 miles
    Test number
    844162958319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,618 miles (+18,676)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    77,618 miles
    Test number
    111179847304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,942 miles (+11,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    400743346483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,885 miles
    Test number
    470956806021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail47,885 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,885 miles
    Test number
    654166006040
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about S23 TJL

Does S23 TJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 TJL is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 TJL?
The MOT on S23 TJL is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 TJL done?
S23 TJL was recorded at 285,246 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 11,601 miles a year.
Has S23 TJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 TJL has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on S23 TJL 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 S23 TJL find?
S23 TJL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; heavily underseled.

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