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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,753 cc

V18 BDEMOT history

V18 BDE is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2025.

V18 BDE blue Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
124,913 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 BDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 BDE was last recorded at 124,913 miles on 19 Apr 2025, 4,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,321 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
4,592 miles
Average per year
6,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,913 miles
  • 2024 – 120,321 miles
  • 2023 – 115,010 miles
  • 2022 – 108,566 miles
  • 2021 – 104,509 miles
  • 2019 – 97,646 miles
  • 2018 – 95,944 miles
  • 2017 – 82,917 miles
  • 2016 – 67,696 miles
  • 2015 – 64,117 miles
  • 2014 – 58,095 miles
  • 2013 – 52,521 miles
  • 2012 – 46,005 miles
  • 2010 – 38,418 miles
  • 2009 – 32,456 miles
  • 2008 – 21,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,913 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,913 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,913 miles
    Test number
    436273596375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,321 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,321 miles
    Test number
    919100189116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,010 miles (+6,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,010 miles
    Test number
    269695905489
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass108,566 miles (+4,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,566 miles
    Test number
    927016287415
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass104,509 miles (+6,863)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    611466293116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,646 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,646 miles
    Test number
    887935935940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,944 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    496437055876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,922 miles (+13,005)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,922 miles
    Test number
    119448917169
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To flex pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed at rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass82,917 miles (+15,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,917 miles
    Test number
    701868591740
    • AdvisorySome of the brake pipes are covered in grease making it not possible to check right.

  10. Pass67,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    571765241754
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail67,696 miles (+3,579)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    147455556101
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust hanger rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded At junction with flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass64,117 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,117 miles
    Test number
    335220644201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,095 miles (+1,756)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,095 miles
    Test number
    116054994216
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre box is deteriorated.

  14. Pass56,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,339 miles
    Test number
    407103624049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail56,339 miles (+3,818)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,339 miles
    Test number
    137582924418
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass52,521 miles (+6,516)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    406508523056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMiddle section corroded
    • NotePas fluid low

  17. Pass46,005 miles (+7,587)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    556638312056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,418 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    143751020362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail38,376 miles (+5,920)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,376 miles
    Test number
    750809110300
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass32,456 miles (+4,085)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,456 miles
    Test number
    403330929355
    • NoteO/s/f tyre feathered on inner edge

  21. Pass28,371 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,371 miles
    Test number
    914719929038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,527 miles
    Test number
    662586788008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,527 miles1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,527 miles
    Test number
    411836188099
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks .breather pipe is not connected

Questions about V18 BDE

Does V18 BDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V18 BDE expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V18 BDE?
The MOT on V18 BDE expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V18 BDE done?
V18 BDE was recorded at 124,913 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2025, an average of 6,058 miles a year.
Has V18 BDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 BDE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on V18 BDE 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 V18 BDE find?
V18 BDE passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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