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Ford Transit

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

LB08 VUAMOT history

LB08 VUA is a green diesel Ford Transit first used on 13 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 155,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2024
Mileage
155,608 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VUA was last recorded at 155,608 miles on 25 Apr 2023, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,588 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
9,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,608 miles
  • 2021 – 152,168 miles
  • 2020 – 145,142 miles
  • 2019 – 135,881 miles
  • 2018 – 130,475 miles
  • 2017 – 125,994 miles
  • 2016 – 121,965 miles
  • 2015 – 109,193 miles
  • 2014 – 93,628 miles
  • 2013 – 76,818 miles
  • 2012 – 57,598 miles
  • 2011 – 42,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,608 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAmber Brake pad warning light on dash
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExtensive welding repairs carried out and heavily undersealed unable to clearly check condition of repairs
  • AdvisoryFront section of exhaust has had temp repair
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis near bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,608 miles (+20)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,608 miles
    Test number
    462537588958
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAmber Brake pad warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExtensive welding repairs carried out and heavily undersealed unable to clearly check condition of repairs
    • AdvisoryFront section of exhaust has had temp repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis near bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail155,588 miles (+3,420)2 dangerous17 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,588 miles
    Test number
    553282017874
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills inner and outer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass152,168 miles (+7,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,168 miles
    Test number
    199266986943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass145,142 miles (+9,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,142 miles
    Test number
    868795698583
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass135,881 miles (+5,406)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    688998453170
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Pass130,475 miles (+4,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    130,475 miles
    Test number
    125950476076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass125,994 miles (+4,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,994 miles
    Test number
    922332698185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion step under side (6.1.B.2)
  8. Pass121,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,965 miles
    Test number
    116677445212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
  9. Fail121,965 miles (+12,772)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,965 miles
    Test number
    183096009990
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
  10. Pass109,193 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,193 miles
    Test number
    348906055181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  11. Fail109,193 miles (+15,565)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,193 miles
    Test number
    515496155166
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  12. Pass93,628 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    717857854112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Fail93,628 miles (+16,810)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    916997254138
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Pass76,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,818 miles
    Test number
    705239223180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail76,818 miles (+19,220)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,818 miles
    Test number
    796649923162
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass57,598 miles (+14,608)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,598 miles
    Test number
    618986942139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,990 miles
    Test number
    779888851106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 VUA

Does LB08 VUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 VUA expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VUA?
The MOT on LB08 VUA expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 VUA done?
LB08 VUA was recorded at 155,608 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2023, an average of 9,478 miles a year.
Has LB08 VUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VUA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 VUA 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 LB08 VUA find?
LB08 VUA passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; amber brake pad warning light on dash, and 8 more.

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