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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,753 cc

LA55 EXPMOT history

LA55 EXP is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 23 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

LA55 EXP white 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 31 Mar 2022
Mileage
120,988 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 EXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA55 EXP was last recorded at 120,988 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 2,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,504 miles · 1 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,484 miles
Average per year
5,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,988 miles
  • 2021 – 118,504 miles
  • 2020 – 115,630 miles
  • 2019 – 110,738 miles
  • 2018 – 105,693 miles
  • 2017 – 100,279 miles
  • 2016 – 97,090 miles
  • 2015 – 92,732 miles
  • 2014 – 88,783 miles
  • 2013 – 82,444 miles
  • 2012 – 75,777 miles
  • 2011 – 67,711 miles
  • 2010 – 57,474 miles
  • 2009 – 43,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,988 miles
  • MajorInner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,988 miles (+2,484)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,988 miles
    Test number
    828190495477
    • MajorInner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  2. Pass118,504 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    721385546731
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail118,504 miles (+2,874)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    542267182474
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens broken showing white light to rear (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass115,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,630 miles
    Test number
    746784925581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front boost hose split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,630 miles (+4,892)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,630 miles
    Test number
    911246932146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front boost hose split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass110,738 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,738 miles
    Test number
    225940552417
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail110,737 miles (+5,044)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,737 miles
    Test number
    145573484508
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass105,693 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,693 miles
    Test number
    962571401388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail105,621 miles (+5,342)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,621 miles
    Test number
    519428638031
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass100,279 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,279 miles
    Test number
    945846266899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,090 miles (+4,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,090 miles
    Test number
    316515596186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracking on the inner side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre starting to crack on the inner side wall

  12. Pass92,732 miles (+3,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    92,732 miles
    Test number
    108774735468
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass88,783 miles (+6,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,783 miles
    Test number
    918323124043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass82,444 miles (+6,667)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,444 miles
    Test number
    186294823405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,777 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    639423122002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,711 miles
    Test number
    715491621099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail67,711 miles (+10,237)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,711 miles
    Test number
    265257611083
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass57,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,474 miles
    Test number
    301235350064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,474 miles (+14,280)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,474 miles
    Test number
    141454150436
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOsr abs wire bracket broken of backplate

  20. Pass43,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,194 miles
    Test number
    680528129094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,194 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,194 miles
    Test number
    260667929052
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 EXP

Does LA55 EXP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 EXP expired on 31 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 EXP?
The MOT on LA55 EXP expired on 31 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 EXP done?
LA55 EXP was recorded at 120,988 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 5,987 miles a year.
Has LA55 EXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 EXP has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 EXP 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 LA55 EXP find?
LA55 EXP failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides; front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 1 more.

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