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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

L18 MHWMOT history

L18 MHW is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 167,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

L18 MHW blue Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
167,472 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MHW was last recorded at 167,472 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 1,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,907 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,565 miles
Average per year
7,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,472 miles
  • 2025 – 165,907 miles
  • 2023 – 159,272 miles
  • 2022 – 156,098 miles
  • 2021 – 155,348 miles
  • 2020 – 153,878 miles
  • 2019 – 145,854 miles
  • 2017 – 140,101 miles
  • 2016 – 127,188 miles
  • 2015 – 116,425 miles
  • 2014 – 104,824 miles
  • 2013 – 94,119 miles
  • 2012 – 83,568 miles
  • 2011 – 72,418 miles
  • 2010 – 63,388 miles
  • 2009 – 52,472 miles
  • 2008 – 43,108 miles
  • 2007 – 35,638 miles
  • 2006 – 30,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,472 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear jacking points corroded (6.2.2 (d) (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,472 miles (+1,565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    167,472 miles
    Test number
    194829826535
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear jacking points corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass165,907 miles (+6,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,907 miles
    Test number
    502406197161
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking points corroded

  3. Pass159,272 miles (+3,174)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    159,272 miles
    Test number
    568137346201
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills at rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass156,098 miles (+750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,098 miles
    Test number
    907108485844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv boot worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,348 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    155,348 miles
    Test number
    529293935335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,878 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    153,878 miles
    Test number
    128492617648
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail153,874 miles (+8,020)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,874 miles
    Test number
    400308531608
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass145,854 miles (+5,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    145,854 miles
    Test number
    996380703573
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass140,101 miles (+12,913)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,101 miles
    Test number
    343345049559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    127,188 miles
    Test number
    135824299331
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail127,188 miles (+10,763)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,188 miles
    Test number
    726488653115
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass116,425 miles (+11,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    116,425 miles
    Test number
    498651205680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass104,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,824 miles
    Test number
    409550204348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,824 miles (+10,705)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,824 miles
    Test number
    468950604451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass94,119 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,119 miles
    Test number
    885124003335
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail94,119 miles (+10,551)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,119 miles
    Test number
    337423503358
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass83,568 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    837437892276
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail83,568 miles (+11,150)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    926277492237
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail72,418 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,418 miles
    Test number
    467744301385
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass72,418 miles (+9,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,418 miles
    Test number
    559444501384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass63,388 miles (+10,916)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,388 miles
    Test number
    453191620449
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is approaching the limit 195/65/15/t
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is approaching the limit 195/65/15/t
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe is rusting
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is worn on the inner edge
    • NoteOil leak on the engine
    • NoteRadiator bottom mount is badly corroded and broken

  22. Pass52,472 miles (+9,364)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,472 miles
    Test number
    784293319321
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  23. Pass43,108 miles (+7,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,108 miles
    Test number
    113695028386
    • NoteOil leak on the sump

  24. Pass35,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,638 miles
    Test number
    931964237370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,638 miles (+5,206)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,638 miles
    Test number
    993164337300
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads are getting low.

  26. Pass30,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,432 miles
    Test number
    634362546326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,432 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,432 miles
    Test number
    381022646347
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L18 MHW

Does L18 MHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MHW is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 MHW?
The MOT on L18 MHW 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 L18 MHW done?
L18 MHW was recorded at 167,472 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 7,014 miles a year.
Has L18 MHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MHW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2020.
Has the mileage on L18 MHW 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 L18 MHW find?
L18 MHW passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills corroded, and 1 more.

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