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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LA51 HTUMOT history

LA51 HTU is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 6 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2025.

LA51 HTU white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2025
Mileage
132,802 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 HTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 HTU was last recorded at 132,802 miles on 7 Apr 2025, 1,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,343 miles · 4 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,459 miles
Average per year
5,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,802 miles
  • 2024 – 131,343 miles
  • 2023 – 129,012 miles
  • 2022 – 125,498 miles
  • 2021 – 123,233 miles
  • 2020 – 123,128 miles
  • 2019 – 123,128 miles
  • 2018 – 120,299 miles
  • 2017 – 112,596 miles
  • 2016 – 107,335 miles
  • 2015 – 103,786 miles
  • 2014 – 97,118 miles
  • 2013 – 89,913 miles
  • 2012 – 86,316 miles
  • 2011 – 70,957 miles
  • 2010 – 62,268 miles
  • 2009 – 54,500 miles
  • 2008 – 40,789 miles
  • 2007 – 29,635 miles
  • 2006 – 25,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,802 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/floor area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover seals / o/s/f side of engine ,/ oil cooler

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,802 miles (+1,459)1 dangerous10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,802 miles
    Test number
    154372173856
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/floor area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass131,343 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    414537530693
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover seals / o/s/f side of engine ,/ oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail131,340 miles (+2,328)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,340 miles
    Test number
    388426075443
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom of hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover seals / o/s/f side of engine ,/ oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,012 miles (+3,514)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,012 miles
    Test number
    554399898051
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,498 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    125,498 miles
    Test number
    865999485685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,490 miles (+2,257)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,490 miles
    Test number
    909598504827
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.22 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,233 miles (+105)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,233 miles
    Test number
    533212394073
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing mirror case damaged

  8. Pass123,128 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,128 miles
    Test number
    905712846576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover injectors (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber split
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle/offside front chassis leg/offside front sill
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch to sill and offside rear valance corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror casing damaged

  9. Fail123,128 miles (+2,829)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,128 miles
    Test number
    550046440549
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step corroded too excess within 30 cms of seat mounting to which seat belt is attached (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover/injectors (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOff side wing mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside front chassis leg/offside front sill/nearside rear chassis leg corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch and offside rear outer valance corroded

  10. Pass120,299 miles (+7,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,299 miles
    Test number
    519274350158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

  11. Pass112,596 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,596 miles
    Test number
    977225472690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,591 miles (+5,256)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,591 miles
    Test number
    748351601003
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass107,335 miles (+3,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    107,335 miles
    Test number
    623205193849
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has heavy surface corrosion

  14. Pass103,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    293116171757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,786 miles (+6,668)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    398038908037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass97,118 miles (+7,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    97,118 miles
    Test number
    178192404318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass89,913 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,913 miles
    Test number
    959436693251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,316 miles (+15,359)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,316 miles
    Test number
    168977192275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,957 miles
    Test number
    266472891265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,957 miles (+8,689)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,957 miles
    Test number
    818272091280
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass62,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,268 miles
    Test number
    653204080206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,268 miles (+7,768)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,268 miles
    Test number
    651904980251
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass54,500 miles (+13,711)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,500 miles
    Test number
    383281579219
    • NoteNear side front tyre as damage to side wall but no cords exposed

  24. Fail40,789 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,789 miles
    Test number
    392285778470
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit. Suggest both front tyres are replaced.

  25. Pass40,789 miles (+11,154)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,789 miles
    Test number
    674105278235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit. Suggest both front tyres are replaced.

  26. Pass29,635 miles (+4,252)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,635 miles
    Test number
    322726077215
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass25,383 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,383 miles
    Test number
    910974756347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    21,062 miles
    Test number
    160800116418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 HTU

Does LA51 HTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 HTU expired on 3 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 HTU?
The MOT on LA51 HTU expired on 3 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 HTU done?
LA51 HTU was recorded at 132,802 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2025, an average of 5,808 miles a year.
Has LA51 HTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 HTU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 HTU 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 LA51 HTU find?
LA51 HTU failed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/floor area, and 14 more.

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