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Ford Transit

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,198 cc

X56 GDLMOT history

X56 GDL is a black diesel Ford Transit first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

X56 GDL black Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,225 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 GDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 GDL was last recorded at 130,225 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 7,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,284 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,941 miles
Average per year
6,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,225 miles
  • 2025 – 122,284 miles
  • 2024 – 116,487 miles
  • 2023 – 111,288 miles
  • 2022 – 105,042 miles
  • 2021 – 98,690 miles
  • 2020 – 93,174 miles
  • 2019 – 85,643 miles
  • 2018 – 79,476 miles
  • 2017 – 75,489 miles
  • 2016 – 71,633 miles
  • 2015 – 67,005 miles
  • 2014 – 62,637 miles
  • 2013 – 57,731 miles
  • 2012 – 30,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,225 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/ cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Central Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Both front tyres worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front brake pads worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Both rear tyres worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,225 miles (+7,941)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,225 miles
    Test number
    558945165361
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/ cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,284 miles (+5,797)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,284 miles
    Test number
    703196050360
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge, cords almost exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion nearside front and offside front inner sill/steps
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low

  3. Pass116,487 miles (+5,199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,487 miles
    Test number
    135158474846
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion inner sill but not within 30cm of any suspension
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low

  4. Pass111,288 miles (+6,246)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    997426672433
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front steps corroded

  5. Pass105,042 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,042 miles
    Test number
    102224292107
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,967 miles (+6,277)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,967 miles
    Test number
    905658614530
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres fouling chassis on a full lock
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,690 miles (+5,516)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,690 miles
    Test number
    883590669309
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard mount inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass93,174 miles (+7,531)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,174 miles
    Test number
    490726781981
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low

  9. Pass85,643 miles (+6,167)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,643 miles
    Test number
    777656928098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,476 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,476 miles
    Test number
    150027251083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,489 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,489 miles
    Test number
    630421982229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,633 miles (+4,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,633 miles
    Test number
    999218665605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough when rotated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass67,005 miles (+4,368)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,005 miles
    Test number
    877360015182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,637 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,637 miles
    Test number
    748036204196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,731 miles (+27,010)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,731 miles
    Test number
    285738303456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,721 miles
    Test number
    796156932156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X56 GDL

Does X56 GDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X56 GDL is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X56 GDL?
The MOT on X56 GDL is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X56 GDL done?
X56 GDL was recorded at 130,225 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 6,966 miles a year.
Has X56 GDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 GDL has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X56 GDL 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 X56 GDL find?
X56 GDL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged; central front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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