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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

X72 LELMOT history

X72 LEL is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 25 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 222,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

X72 LEL white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
222,752 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 LEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 LEL was last recorded at 222,752 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,737 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,752 miles
  • 2025 – 222,737 miles
  • 2024 – 212,409 miles
  • 2023 – 203,254 miles
  • 2022 – 196,828 miles
  • 2021 – 191,635 miles
  • 2020 – 185,187 miles
  • 2019 – 179,251 miles
  • 2018 – 172,152 miles
  • 2017 – 164,708 miles
  • 2016 – 157,414 miles
  • 2015 – 149,879 miles
  • 2014 – 142,446 miles
  • 2013 – 140,901 miles
  • 2012 – 127,849 miles
  • 2011 – 119,176 miles
  • 2010 – 111,215 miles
  • 2009 – 102,303 miles
  • 2008 – 89,771 miles
  • 2007 – 73,659 miles
  • 2006 – 59,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,752 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,752 miles (+15)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    222,752 miles
    Test number
    519435287532
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail222,737 miles (+10,328)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,737 miles
    Test number
    724687729330
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury body step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury body step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat in very poor condition

  3. Pass212,409 miles (+56)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    212,409 miles
    Test number
    415575477298
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal Welding repairs Heavily covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers plate defaced

  4. Fail212,353 miles (+9,099)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,353 miles
    Test number
    702958668397
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg through wheel arch see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis cross member holed both sides see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced upper of step see yellow chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg through wheel arch see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis cross member holed both sides see yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis behind cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass203,254 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    203,254 miles
    Test number
    628875103484
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced through wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail203,248 miles (+6,420)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,248 miles
    Test number
    176560938467
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced through wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass196,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    196,828 miles
    Test number
    812727699092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail196,828 miles (+5,193)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,828 miles
    Test number
    890610740003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass191,635 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    191,635 miles
    Test number
    690001605140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail191,630 miles (+6,443)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,630 miles
    Test number
    966809025201
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass185,187 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    185,187 miles
    Test number
    224811716860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail185,159 miles (+5,908)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,159 miles
    Test number
    372377813711
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER AND OUTTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER AND OUTTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass179,251 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    179,251 miles
    Test number
    241525566983
    • AdvisoryFront cab roof lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  14. Fail179,247 miles (+7,095)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,247 miles
    Test number
    354793435296
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront cab roof lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  15. Pass172,152 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    172,152 miles
    Test number
    242425240298
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt noisy/slightly misaligned.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear stop & position lamp outputs slightly differ to offside rear lamps.
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing rubber mount unserviceable
    • AdvisoryService reminder lamp on.

  16. Fail172,144 miles (+7,436)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,144 miles
    Test number
    789688400626
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt noisy/slightly misaligned.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear stop & position lamp outputs slightly differ to offside rear lamps.
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing rubber mount unserviceable
    • AdvisoryService reminder lamp on.

  17. Pass164,708 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,708 miles
    Test number
    917212983297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing

  18. Fail164,704 miles (+7,290)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,704 miles
    Test number
    449754484094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing

  19. Pass157,414 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    157,414 miles
    Test number
    869366041542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine service lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront roof lights not working

  20. Fail157,405 miles (+7,526)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,405 miles
    Test number
    728242227837
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureRear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion crossmember (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine service lamp on
    • AdvisoryExhaust support rubber split
    • AdvisoryFront roof lights not working

  21. Pass149,879 miles (+7,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    149,879 miles
    Test number
    117644955435
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass142,446 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    142,446 miles
    Test number
    815876154074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass140,901 miles (+5,398)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    140,901 miles
    Test number
    417495183222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers seat slightly insecure

  24. Pass135,503 miles (+7,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    135,503 miles
    Test number
    119676963426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass127,849 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    127,849 miles
    Test number
    639205862018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,176 miles (+7,961)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    119,176 miles
    Test number
    219445841084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass111,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,215 miles
    Test number
    262076940093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail111,207 miles (+8,904)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,207 miles
    Test number
    372536940054
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass102,303 miles (+12,532)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,303 miles
    Test number
    270491169034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass89,771 miles (+16,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    89,771 miles
    Test number
    720883968094
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  31. Pass73,659 miles (+13,859)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,659 miles
    Test number
    200236067095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass59,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,800 miles
    Test number
    384932466050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 LEL

Does X72 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 LEL is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 LEL?
The MOT on X72 LEL is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 LEL done?
X72 LEL was recorded at 222,752 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 8,124 miles a year.
Has X72 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 LEL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X72 LEL 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 X72 LEL find?
X72 LEL passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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