Ford logo

Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,496 cc

V718 ERAMOT history

V718 ERA is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 14 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 179,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

V718 ERA blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
179,125 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,294 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V718 ERA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V718 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V718 ERA was last recorded at 179,125 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,115 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,125 miles
  • 2024 – 172,767 miles
  • 2023 – 169,234 miles
  • 2022 – 164,935 miles
  • 2021 – 159,737 miles
  • 2020 – 154,585 miles
  • 2019 – 149,836 miles
  • 2018 – 145,359 miles
  • 2017 – 140,787 miles
  • 2015 – 137,039 miles
  • 2014 – 132,738 miles
  • 2013 – 127,203 miles
  • 2012 – 120,799 miles
  • 2011 – 114,543 miles
  • 2010 – 107,305 miles
  • 2009 – 96,521 miles
  • 2008 – 89,293 miles
  • 2007 – 73,767 miles
  • 2006 – 61,584 miles
  • 2005 – 52,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,125 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,125 miles (+10)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    179,125 miles
    Test number
    187496527438
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail179,115 miles (+6,348)7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,115 miles
    Test number
    108181836332
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,767 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    172,767 miles
    Test number
    762793848875
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFull body under sealed

  4. Fail172,762 miles (+3,528)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,762 miles
    Test number
    824021764804
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal upper shocker mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal upper front shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside all over vehicle

  5. Pass169,234 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    169,234 miles
    Test number
    225513888095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail169,233 miles (+4,298)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,233 miles
    Test number
    792686364120
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass164,935 miles (+5,198)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,935 miles
    Test number
    431958896599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass159,737 miles (+5,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    159,737 miles
    Test number
    307089283718
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass154,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    154,585 miles
    Test number
    263219777565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail154,585 miles (+4,749)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,585 miles
    Test number
    423240436152
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass149,836 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,836 miles
    Test number
    865226369256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail149,835 miles (+4,476)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,835 miles
    Test number
    948952463336
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass145,359 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,359 miles
    Test number
    651463642081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail145,356 miles (+4,569)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    554586329313
    • MajorNearside Front Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass140,787 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,787 miles
    Test number
    950650546439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,039 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,039 miles
    Test number
    468574395120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail137,037 miles (+4,299)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,037 miles
    Test number
    679349985103
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass132,738 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,738 miles
    Test number
    887436894120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,737 miles (+5,534)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,737 miles
    Test number
    465642094121
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

  20. Pass127,203 miles (+6,404)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,203 miles
    Test number
    117876393124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass120,799 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    120,799 miles
    Test number
    198071192178
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail120,798 miles (+6,255)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,798 miles
    Test number
    135538182129
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass114,543 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,543 miles
    Test number
    447525661169
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail114,542 miles (+7,237)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,542 miles
    Test number
    218334961441
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass107,305 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,305 miles
    Test number
    234545960149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass96,521 miles (+7,228)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,521 miles
    Test number
    832998069167
    • NoteNumber plates deteriorated

  27. Pass89,293 miles (+15,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    89,293 miles
    Test number
    484933388169
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  28. Fail73,767 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,767 miles
    Test number
    410809677145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass73,767 miles (+12,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    73,767 miles
    Test number
    603809577184
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  30. Pass61,584 miles (+8,950)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,584 miles
    Test number
    442170676177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/rear hub seal weaping oil

  31. Pass52,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    52,634 miles
    Test number
    294747985186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V718 ERA

Does V718 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V718 ERA expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V718 ERA?
The MOT on V718 ERA expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V718 ERA done?
V718 ERA was recorded at 179,125 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 6,294 miles a year.
Has V718 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V718 ERA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V718 ERA 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 V718 ERA find?
V718 ERA passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside.

Related registrations

Browse all V718 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.