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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

L18 WCJMOT history

L18 WCJ is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 14 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 157,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

L18 WCJ white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
157,903 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WCJ was last recorded at 157,903 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 5,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,939 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,964 miles
Average per year
9,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,903 miles
  • 2024 – 151,939 miles
  • 2023 – 144,181 miles
  • 2022 – 131,335 miles
  • 2021 – 110,340 miles
  • 2020 – 99,437 miles
  • 2019 – 84,354 miles
  • 2018 – 83,273 miles
  • 2017 – 76,757 miles
  • 2016 – 60,489 miles
  • 2015 – 50,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,903 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front outer sills not within 30 cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door, outer sills and under step areas nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,903 miles (+5,964)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    157,903 miles
    Test number
    775563483534
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front outer sills not within 30 cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass151,939 miles (+73)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,939 miles
    Test number
    614322417071
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door, outer sills and under step areas nearside and offside (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush leaf spring rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail151,866 miles (+7,685)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,866 miles
    Test number
    175223428688
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door, outer sills and under step areas nearside and offside (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush leaf spring rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass144,181 miles (+53)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,181 miles
    Test number
    716975710210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail144,128 miles (+12,793)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,128 miles
    Test number
    806382816862
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass131,335 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,335 miles
    Test number
    723555126307
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate lamps dim
  7. Fail131,332 miles (+20,992)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,332 miles
    Test number
    908345398261
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear--central sections (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate lamps dim
  8. Pass110,340 miles (+282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,340 miles
    Test number
    940071172454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail110,058 miles (+10,621)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,058 miles
    Test number
    646432649844
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass99,437 miles (+44)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,437 miles
    Test number
    968420582587
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail99,393 miles (+15,039)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,393 miles
    Test number
    347316800835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass84,354 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,354 miles
    Test number
    845967611991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,323 miles (+1,050)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,323 miles
    Test number
    997698734068
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Pass83,273 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    551810905594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,270 miles (+6,513)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    262484234742
    • FailureCentral Front Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass76,757 miles (+16,268)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,757 miles
    Test number
    450834393683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,489 miles (+9,585)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,489 miles
    Test number
    110400902832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing.
  18. Pass50,904 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    778236145830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,903 miles3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,903 miles
    Test number
    566797958303
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smeary.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly distorted.

Questions about L18 WCJ

Does L18 WCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WCJ is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WCJ?
The MOT on L18 WCJ is valid until 28 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 WCJ done?
L18 WCJ was recorded at 157,903 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 9,904 miles a year.
Has L18 WCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WCJ has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 WCJ 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 WCJ find?
L18 WCJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front outer sills not within 30 cm; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear of arm; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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