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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

LS12 YLWMOT history

LS12 YLW is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 126,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LS12 YLW white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,228 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 YLW
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
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 YLW was last recorded at 126,228 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,228 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,228 miles
  • 2025 – 120,358 miles
  • 2024 – 117,995 miles
  • 2022 – 112,512 miles
  • 2021 – 107,660 miles
  • 2020 – 104,304 miles
  • 2019 – 100,019 miles
  • 2018 – 93,189 miles
  • 2017 – 77,864 miles
  • 2016 – 51,918 miles
  • 2015 – 30,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,228 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,228 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,228 miles
    Test number
    931092969310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holed
  2. Fail126,228 miles (+5,870)15 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,228 miles
    Test number
    521139788374
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holed
  3. Pass120,358 miles (+2,363)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,358 miles
    Test number
    289279316500
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 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))
  4. Pass117,995 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,995 miles
    Test number
    894840577015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,994 miles (+5,482)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,994 miles
    Test number
    940083410544
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass112,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    993683364779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,505 miles (+4,845)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,505 miles
    Test number
    837743894528
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated oil on face of disc (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass107,660 miles (+3,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,660 miles
    Test number
    754198058117
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  9. Pass104,304 miles (+4,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    863576010802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass100,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    922894037684
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail100,019 miles (+6,830)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    317759861715
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass93,189 miles (+15,325)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    93,189 miles
    Test number
    638506285984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,864 miles (+25,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,864 miles
    Test number
    957611844049
    • AdvisoryCut in offside rear tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass51,918 miles (+21,145)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,918 miles
    Test number
    160326256612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,773 miles
    Test number
    225962605296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 YLW

Does LS12 YLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 YLW is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 YLW?
The MOT on LS12 YLW is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 YLW done?
LS12 YLW was recorded at 126,228 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 9,049 miles a year.
Has LS12 YLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 YLW has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 YLW 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 YLW find?
LS12 YLW passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside inner sill holed.

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