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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,496 cc

L98 OCHMOT history

L98 OCH is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 35,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
35,836 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L98 OCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
28 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L98 OCH was last recorded at 35,836 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2009: 637 miles, lower than 98,639 miles on 12 May 2008.
  • 20 Nov 2020: 30,239 miles, lower than 302,239 miles on 17 Nov 2020.
  • 14 Mar 2025: 33,549 miles, lower than 130,826 miles on 1 Mar 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
33,573 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,836 miles
  • 2025 – 33,573 miles
  • 2024 – 130,826 miles
  • 2020 – 30,239 miles
  • 2019 – 29,656 miles
  • 2018 – 28,081 miles
  • 2016 – 27,427 miles
  • 2015 – 25,310 miles
  • 2014 – 17,071 miles
  • 2013 – 10,427 miles
  • 2012 – 6,621 miles
  • 2011 – 5,184 miles
  • 2010 – 2,367 miles
  • 2009 – 637 miles
  • 2008 – 98,639 miles
  • 2007 – 95,754 miles
  • 2006 – 93,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,836 miles
  • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Leaf spring mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,836 miles (+2,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    35,836 miles
    Test number
    393471657054
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy

  2. Pass33,573 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    33,573 miles
    Test number
    572814715989
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail33,549 miles (-97,277)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,549 miles
    Test number
    760206524860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass130,826 miles (+100,587)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,826 miles
    Test number
    819179534780
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass30,239 miles (-272,000)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    30,239 miles
    Test number
    950814467833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Leaf spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail302,239 miles (+272,583)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,239 miles
    Test number
    490754551011
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended Connection (4.10 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Leaf spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass29,656 miles (+1,575)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    29,656 miles
    Test number
    864039478191
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass28,081 miles (+654)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    28,081 miles
    Test number
    390224978231
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass27,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    27,427 miles
    Test number
    996234300969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,427 miles (+2,117)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,427 miles
    Test number
    635925462743
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass25,310 miles (+8,239)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,310 miles
    Test number
    185512535270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  12. Pass17,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    17,071 miles
    Test number
    105642574244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail17,069 miles (+6,642)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,069 miles
    Test number
    537662174270
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass10,427 miles (+3,806)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    10,427 miles
    Test number
    555442053254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass6,621 miles (+1,437)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    6,621 miles
    Test number
    786017902253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusty

  16. Pass5,184 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    5,184 miles
    Test number
    346100561136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail5,179 miles (+2,812)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,179 miles
    Test number
    606007851191
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass2,367 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    2,367 miles
    Test number
    693553550186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass637 miles (-98,002)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    637 miles
    Test number
    732662739119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass98,639 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    98,639 miles
    Test number
    762983538195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,754 miles (+2,281)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    95,754 miles
    Test number
    374134237145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass93,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    93,473 miles
    Test number
    674510906127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L98 OCH

Does L98 OCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L98 OCH is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L98 OCH?
The MOT on L98 OCH is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L98 OCH done?
L98 OCH was recorded at 35,836 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026.
Has L98 OCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L98 OCH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L98 OCH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 12 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L98 OCH find?
L98 OCH passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: steering slightly notchy.

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