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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,402 cc

S12 BCLMOT history

S12 BCL is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 27 Aug 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 215,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

S12 BCL blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2024
Mileage
215,156 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 BCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 BCL was last recorded at 215,156 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,156 miles · 15 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 215,156 miles
  • 2021 – 214,489 miles
  • 2020 – 213,215 miles
  • 2019 – 212,141 miles
  • 2018 – 207,005 miles
  • 2017 – 204,949 miles
  • 2016 – 201,132 miles
  • 2014 – 201,075 miles
  • 2013 – 198,390 miles
  • 2012 – 188,051 miles
  • 2011 – 178,441 miles
  • 2010 – 161,460 miles
  • 2009 – 141,832 miles
  • 2008 – 121,381 miles
  • 2007 – 99,319 miles
  • 2006 – 77,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,156 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,156 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    215,156 miles
    Test number
    466255454887
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail215,156 miles (+667)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,156 miles
    Test number
    698097778870
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass214,489 miles (+1,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    214,489 miles
    Test number
    571244223758
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass213,215 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    213,215 miles
    Test number
    188468787395
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail213,210 miles (+1,069)1 dangerous5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,210 miles
    Test number
    368081584452
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass212,141 miles (+9)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    212,141 miles
    Test number
    384142079143
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall area of excessive corrosion to both front steps - not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear

  7. Fail212,132 miles (+5,127)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,132 miles
    Test number
    935185227033
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall area of excessive corrosion to both front steps - not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear

  8. Pass207,005 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    207,005 miles
    Test number
    123724529151
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail207,000 miles (+2,051)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,000 miles
    Test number
    777814387022
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outter and undersill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass204,949 miles (+3,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    204,949 miles
    Test number
    103574782054
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass201,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    201,132 miles
    Test number
    176131030664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail201,132 miles (+57)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,132 miles
    Test number
    300297871263
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass201,075 miles (+2,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    201,075 miles
    Test number
    367594194408
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail198,390 miles4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,390 miles
    Test number
    377631563489
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass198,390 miles (+10,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    198,390 miles
    Test number
    467311863225
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass188,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    188,051 miles
    Test number
    406325432283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail188,051 miles (+9,610)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,051 miles
    Test number
    959355032232
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass178,441 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    178,441 miles
    Test number
    299779451252
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail178,411 miles (+16,951)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,411 miles
    Test number
    486337251296
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass161,460 miles (+19,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    161,460 miles
    Test number
    501381350231
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  21. Pass141,832 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    141,832 miles
    Test number
    521577059258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail141,304 miles (+19,923)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,304 miles
    Test number
    362042959293
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass121,381 miles (+22,062)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    931985238200
    • NoteDamage to windscreen . slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing.

  24. Pass99,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    99,319 miles
    Test number
    740888047202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,319 miles (+21,981)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,319 miles
    Test number
    482688647274
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass77,338 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    77,338 miles
    Test number
    861948156226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,335 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,335 miles
    Test number
    364917256289
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about S12 BCL

Does S12 BCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 BCL expired on 17 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 BCL?
The MOT on S12 BCL expired on 17 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 BCL done?
S12 BCL was recorded at 215,156 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 8,307 miles a year.
Has S12 BCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 BCL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S12 BCL 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 S12 BCL find?
S12 BCL passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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