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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

LS12 YKWMOT history

LS12 YKW is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 21 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 212,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LS12 YKW white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
212,517 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 YKW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 YKW was last recorded at 212,517 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,379 miles · 22 May 2024
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
12,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,517 miles
  • 2024 – 212,379 miles
  • 2023 – 204,328 miles
  • 2022 – 186,751 miles
  • 2021 – 170,229 miles
  • 2020 – 164,537 miles
  • 2018 – 142,073 miles
  • 2017 – 132,384 miles
  • 2016 – 106,641 miles
  • 2015 – 80,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,517 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster cracked
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass212,517 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    212,517 miles
    Test number
    749198454456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster cracked
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail212,517 miles (+138)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,517 miles
    Test number
    277822054135
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster cracked
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass212,379 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    212,379 miles
    Test number
    624918116624
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail212,372 miles (+8,044)1 major2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,372 miles
    Test number
    250144519692
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass204,328 miles (+415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    204,328 miles
    Test number
    139124336921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail203,913 miles (+17,162)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,913 miles
    Test number
    552466232964
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  7. Pass186,751 miles (+16,522)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    186,751 miles
    Test number
    245755745686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake efficiency low on nearside rear

  8. Pass170,229 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    170,229 miles
    Test number
    689511885029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail170,229 km1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,229 km
    Test number
    436158953820
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass164,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    164,537 miles
    Test number
    274334774593
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail164,537 miles (+22,464)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,537 miles
    Test number
    424888436346
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass142,073 miles (+9,689)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,073 miles
    Test number
    249345193790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass132,384 miles (+25,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,384 miles
    Test number
    585741107127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass106,641 miles (+25,651)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,641 miles
    Test number
    496399848383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,990 miles
    Test number
    497220775159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS12 YKW

Does LS12 YKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 YKW is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 YKW?
The MOT on LS12 YKW is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 YKW done?
LS12 YKW was recorded at 212,517 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 12,212 miles a year.
Has LS12 YKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 YKW has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 YKW 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 LS12 YKW find?
LS12 YKW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 7 more.

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