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Ford Transit Connect

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,753 cc

LB06 VAUMOT history

LB06 VAU is a silver diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 7 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,223 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 VAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 VAU was last recorded at 117,223 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,216 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,223 miles
  • 2025 – 113,768 miles
  • 2024 – 111,756 miles
  • 2023 – 104,195 miles
  • 2022 – 96,608 miles
  • 2021 – 95,695 miles
  • 2020 – 93,210 miles
  • 2019 – 87,939 miles
  • 2018 – 82,393 miles
  • 2017 – 79,043 miles
  • 2015 – 67,909 miles
  • 2013 – 46,229 miles
  • 2012 – 31,257 miles
  • 2011 – 21,567 miles
  • 2010 – 13,475 miles
  • 2009 – 10,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,223 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack pipes/rack (2.1.5 (a))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering rack misting oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,223 miles (+7)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,223 miles
    Test number
    106729126961
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack pipes/rack (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail117,216 miles (+3,448)11 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,216 miles
    Test number
    825854625708
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective X 2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Signs of body filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass113,768 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    113,768 miles
    Test number
    313634366580
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail113,768 miles (+2,012)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,768 miles
    Test number
    364952135697
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass111,756 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    111,756 miles
    Test number
    145909321846
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail111,756 miles (+49)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,756 miles
    Test number
    752345137056
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail111,707 miles (+7,512)1 dangerous2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,707 miles
    Test number
    663800789830
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Rubbers broken . (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides . (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pinion area has slight seepage . (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe leading to nearside rear is corroded and borderline . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe leading to offside rear is corroded and borderline . (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass104,195 miles (+7,587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,195 miles
    Test number
    249387765935
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass96,608 miles (+913)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,608 miles
    Test number
    284199464300
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both inner sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside outer sill but not load bearing or in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubbers broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisorySteering rack misting oil
  10. Pass95,695 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,695 miles
    Test number
    298819858893
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front exhaust rubbers broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisorySteering rack misting oil
  11. Fail95,692 miles (+2,482)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,692 miles
    Test number
    813665268852
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front exhaust rubbers broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisorySteering rack misting oil
  12. Pass93,210 miles (+83)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,210 miles
    Test number
    815469990498
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChips a b zone
  13. Fail93,127 miles (+5,188)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    561019280600
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChips a b zone
  14. Pass87,939 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,939 miles
    Test number
    581742917369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Fail87,889 miles (+5,496)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,889 miles
    Test number
    228260668086
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Pass82,393 miles (+136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,393 miles
    Test number
    815330521657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear box rusty
  17. Fail82,257 miles (+3,214)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,257 miles
    Test number
    155623392196
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear box rusty
  18. Pass79,043 miles (+11,134)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,043 miles
    Test number
    849335973618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,909 miles (+9,332)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    407025496289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,577 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,577 miles
    Test number
    135482105078
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust main silencer starting to deteriorating.
  21. Fail58,577 miles (+12,348)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,577 miles
    Test number
    727622705022
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust main silencer starting to deteriorating.
  22. Pass46,229 miles (+14,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    148398693157
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass31,257 miles (+7,276)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,257 miles
    Test number
    989318082172
    • NoteFront brake pads on 2.5/3.0mm .
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges.
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working.
  24. Pass23,981 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,981 miles
    Test number
    757533302014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,567 miles (+8,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,567 miles
    Test number
    585339571136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass13,475 miles (+2,815)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    13,475 miles
    Test number
    292231360417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    10,660 miles
    Test number
    322422089192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail10,660 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,660 miles
    Test number
    890602989113
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about LB06 VAU

Does LB06 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 VAU is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 VAU?
The MOT on LB06 VAU is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 VAU done?
LB06 VAU was recorded at 117,223 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 6,297 miles a year.
Has LB06 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 VAU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 VAU 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 LB06 VAU find?
LB06 VAU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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