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EXPRESS 1500 D · White

L450 XCV
MOTValid
MOT due1 Aug 2026
First reg7 Dec 1993
Mileage89,552 mi
Tax
Tax due

Vehicle age

32 years and 6 months

Fuel

Diesel

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MOT history

As of 19 December 2025.

PASSED · 30 Jul 2025
Test date30 Jul 2025
Expiry1 Aug 2026
Test number835823724176
Mileage89,552 mi
MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FAILED · 24 Jul 2025
Test date24 Jul 2025
Expiry
Test number702058558158
Mileage89,477 mi
MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
PASSED · 18 Jul 2024
Test date18 Jul 2024
Expiry1 Aug 2025
Test number772904480173
Mileage86,640 mi
PASSED · 2 Aug 2023
Test date2 Aug 2023
Expiry1 Aug 2024
Test number345016995019
Mileage84,079 mi
Advisoryhead light aim poor
AdvisoryNearside Front Inner forward wheel arch rotten near a bumper mount
FAILED · 29 Jul 2023
Test date29 Jul 2023
Expiry
Test number966625759146
Mileage84,077 mi
Advisoryhead light aim poor
MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
AdvisoryNearside Front Inner forward wheel arch rotten near a bumper mount
FAILED · 11 Jul 2023
Test date11 Jul 2023
Expiry
Test number603112934476
Mileage83,866 mi
MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
PASSED · 6 Jul 2022
Test date6 Jul 2022
Expiry28 Jul 2023
Test number296785969834
Mileage78,468 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general vehicle condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
FAILED · 30 Jun 2022
Test date30 Jun 2022
Expiry
Test number746120303260
Mileage78,335 mi
MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general vehicle condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
PASSED · 28 Jul 2021
Test date28 Jul 2021
Expiry28 Jul 2022
Test number335224812619
Mileage76,226 mi
MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
FAILED · 27 Jul 2021
Test date27 Jul 2021
Expiry
Test number786192776555
Mileage76,226 mi
MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
PASSED · 29 Jul 2020
Test date29 Jul 2020
Expiry28 Jul 2021
Test number864902125607
Mileage74,647 mi
FAILED · 22 Jul 2020
Test date22 Jul 2020
Expiry
Test number320890459226
Mileage74,647 mi
DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
PASSED · 5 Apr 2019
Test date5 Apr 2019
Expiry22 Jul 2020
Test number174448235455
Mileage73,952 mi
AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
FAILED · 29 Mar 2019
Test date29 Mar 2019
Expiry
Test number108126578853
Mileage73,952 mi
AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
MajorOffside Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
PASSED · 27 Mar 2018
Test date27 Mar 2018
Expiry26 Mar 2019
Test number244659320049
Mileage73,250 mi
Advisoryrear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
AdvisoryOil leak
AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
AdvisoryClutch operation difficult service or repair required
FAILED · 23 Feb 2018
Test date23 Feb 2018
Expiry
Test number740255820344
Mileage73,248 mi
FailParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
FailNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
FailDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
FailFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
FailFront passenger door catch insecure Exterior handle (6.2.B.2)
FailNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
FailNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
FailOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
FailNearside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a seriously damaged brake pipe Rack gaiter rubbing adjustment in pipe routing required (2.2.D.2b)
FailOffside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a seriously damaged brake pipe Rack gaiter rubbing pipe adjustment in routing required (2.2.D.2b)
AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
FailNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
FailOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
AdvisoryClutch pedal extremely tight to operate service or repair required
FailParking brake lever inappropriately modified (3.1.8)
PASSED · 8 Feb 2017
Test date8 Feb 2017
Expiry22 Feb 2018
Test number473181916220
Mileage71,449 mi
AdvisoryOil leak
FAILED · 8 Feb 2017
Test date8 Feb 2017
Expiry
Test number610375456704
Mileage71,448 mi
AdvisoryOil leak
FailNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
PASSED · 11 Feb 2016
Test date11 Feb 2016
Expiry22 Feb 2017
Test number682339394825
Mileage69,799 mi
AdvisorySlight oil leak
AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
PASSED · 17 Feb 2015
Test date17 Feb 2015
Expiry22 Feb 2016
Test number215478145058
Mileage66,717 mi
AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
FAILED · 17 Feb 2015
Test date17 Feb 2015
Expiry
Test number166408645006
Mileage66,717 mi
PrsNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
PrsOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
FAILED · 10 Feb 2014
Test date10 Feb 2014
Expiry
Test number687991944045
Mileage63,087 mi
PrsOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
User Enteredn/s handbrake poor
PASSED · 10 Feb 2014
Test date10 Feb 2014
Expiry22 Feb 2015
Test number185821844438
Mileage63,087 mi
AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
User Enteredn/s handbrake poor
PASSED · 8 Feb 2013
Test date8 Feb 2013
Expiry22 Feb 2014
Test number455269933062
Mileage59,942 mi
AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
User Enteredn/s handbrake cable outer cover splitting
PASSED · 20 Feb 2012
Test date20 Feb 2012
Expiry22 Feb 2013
Test number329721352097
Mileage56,540 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
FAILED · 20 Feb 2012
Test date20 Feb 2012
Expiry
Test number286661552052
Mileage56,540 mi
PrsOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
PrsOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
PASSED · 4 Feb 2011
Test date4 Feb 2011
Expiry22 Feb 2012
Test number805545631047
Mileage54,110 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
PASSED · 19 Feb 2010
Test date19 Feb 2010
Expiry22 Feb 2011
Test number112600350411
Mileage51,919 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
FAILED · 19 Feb 2010
Test date19 Feb 2010
Expiry
Test number563900350021
Mileage51,919 mi
PrsNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
PASSED · 20 Feb 2009
Test date20 Feb 2009
Expiry22 Feb 2010
Test number184331159094
Mileage50,015 mi
PASSED · 29 Jan 2008
Test date29 Jan 2008
Expiry22 Feb 2009
Test number481939428077
Mileage47,340 mi
AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Enteredall flexible hose ferrules rusty
PASSED · 23 Feb 2007
Test date23 Feb 2007
Expiry22 Feb 2008
Test number192414957446
Mileage43,709 mi
FAILED · 1 Feb 2007
Test date1 Feb 2007
Expiry
Test number500162737010
Mileage43,707 mi
FailNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
User Enteredo/s front road wheel corroded
PASSED · 6 Feb 2006
Test date6 Feb 2006
Expiry5 Feb 2007
Test number552817736099
Mileage35,631 mi