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Ford Transit

White and Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,998 cc

V18 MESMOT history

V18 MES is a white and grey diesel Ford Transit first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

V18 MES white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
100,848 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 MES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 MES was last recorded at 100,848 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,847 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,848 miles
  • 2025 – 100,744 miles
  • 2024 – 100,432 miles
  • 2023 – 100,281 miles
  • 2022 – 99,960 miles
  • 2021 – 99,318 miles
  • 2020 – 98,015 miles
  • 2019 – 96,602 miles
  • 2018 – 95,248 miles
  • 2017 – 92,549 miles
  • 2016 – 91,646 miles
  • 2015 – 90,113 miles
  • 2014 – 87,553 miles
  • 2013 – 84,101 miles
  • 2012 – 78,381 miles
  • 2011 – 72,095 miles
  • 2010 – 65,337 miles
  • 2009 – 58,354 miles
  • 2007 – 40,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,848 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And under seal (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Support arm has corrosion (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Some corrosion on inner wing areas behind head lampsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive evidence of engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Minor brake stictionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Plates front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease on pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pedal rubber pad worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AT REAR SPRING HANGER AREA --- TO THE REAR (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Some corrosion at N/S/F inner wing/arch behind headlight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,848 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    100,848 miles
    Test number
    966035322897
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Support arm has corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Some corrosion on inner wing areas behind head lamps
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive evidence of engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Minor brake stiction
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Plates front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail100,847 miles (+103)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,847 miles
    Test number
    643609034102
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And under seal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Support arm has corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Some corrosion on inner wing areas behind head lamps
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive evidence of engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Minor brake stiction
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Plates front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass100,744 miles (+312)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,744 miles
    Test number
    964850907356
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And rear pipes --grease and underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front inner wing sections under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross section under bumper (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  4. Pass100,432 miles (+151)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    100,432 miles
    Test number
    128850450038
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease on pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front inner wing section areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Corrosion on CV --- ABS reluctor ring (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by indicater lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis area at bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  5. Pass100,281 miles (+321)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,281 miles
    Test number
    475432893537
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease on pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Both front reluctor rings on outer CV joints have corrosion (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At both front inner wheel arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and top of sill areas. Some rust at N/S/R and O/S/R wheel arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  6. Pass99,960 miles (+642)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,960 miles
    Test number
    801917960225
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Both reluctor rings on CV joints have some corrosion (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to hose and rear pipes have grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Section at bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear outer wheel arches and front inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass99,318 miles (+1,303)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,318 miles
    Test number
    181841817409
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Corrosion on both front ABS reluctor rings (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine show of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Some corrosion at inner wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryNearside Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Side door lower hinge channel area has corrosion (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At front mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Valve stem slightly damaged Front and rear tyre valves have slight cracking (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis sections at bump stop areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome rust on O/S/F door wheel arch and N/S sill at door area
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  8. Pass98,015 miles (+1,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,015 miles
    Test number
    413689750719
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass96,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    96,602 miles
    Test number
    289053438444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,602 miles (+1,354)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,602 miles
    Test number
    528261114369
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass95,248 miles (+2,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,248 miles
    Test number
    587456264092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis area at engine mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis at bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass92,549 miles (+903)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    386107772852
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At rear of leaf spring (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Pipe to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Chassis corroded at bump stop area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel mud flap loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass91,646 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,646 miles
    Test number
    941427897108
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber pad worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AT REAR SPRING HANGER AREA --- TO THE REAR (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion at N/S/F inner wing/arch behind headlight
  14. Fail91,620 miles (+1,507)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,620 miles
    Test number
    476904859174
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded AT INNERSILL TO WHEEL ARCH AREA SEE YELLOW CRAYON (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber pad worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive AT REAR SPRING HANGER AREA --- TO THE REAR (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion at N/S/F inner wing/arch behind headlight
  15. Pass90,113 miles (+2,560)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,113 miles
    Test number
    886644695147
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront fog lights not working
    • NoteNumber plate over front number plate
  16. Pass87,553 miles (+3,452)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,553 miles
    Test number
    865845894177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass84,101 miles (+5,720)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,101 miles
    Test number
    377098673107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass78,381 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,381 miles
    Test number
    278055382437
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail78,381 miles (+6,286)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,381 miles
    Test number
    619385482147
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass72,095 miles (+6,758)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,095 miles
    Test number
    238179561196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,337 miles (+6,983)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,337 miles
    Test number
    894029850197
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass58,354 miles (+17,406)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,354 miles
    Test number
    423530589122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    394752377175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 MES

Does V18 MES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 MES is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 MES?
The MOT on V18 MES is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 MES done?
V18 MES was recorded at 100,848 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 3,131 miles a year.
Has V18 MES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 MES has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 MES 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 MES find?
V18 MES passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and under seal; front exhaust mounting defective support arm has corrosion; front some corrosion on inner wing areas behind head lamps, and 5 more.

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