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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

LB08 XZJMOT history

LB08 XZJ is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 13 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 183,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
183,250 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XZJ was last recorded at 183,250 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,244 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
9,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,250 miles
  • 2025 – 182,309 miles
  • 2024 – 172,404 miles
  • 2023 – 151,114 miles
  • 2022 – 126,777 miles
  • 2021 – 106,901 miles
  • 2019 – 105,681 miles
  • 2018 – 102,698 miles
  • 2017 – 98,530 miles
  • 2016 – 88,663 miles
  • 2015 – 82,395 miles
  • 2014 – 74,367 miles
  • 2013 – 64,819 miles
  • 2012 – 52,967 miles
  • 2011 – 39,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,250 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides covered in under seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all around (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all round (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake 16%
  • AdvisoryRear brake slight bind

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Underside of vehicle has corrosion but not affecting structure or rigidity.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen less than 3mm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,250 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    183,250 miles
    Test number
    749277647829
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides covered in under seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all around (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all round (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16%
    • AdvisoryRear brake slight bind

  2. Fail183,244 miles (+935)1 dangerous12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,244 miles
    Test number
    229742942728
    • DangerousReversing lights staying on
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step/footwell (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake locking device missing brake hose retaining clip (1.1.21 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,309 miles (+9,905)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    182,309 miles
    Test number
    673301976028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,404 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    172,404 miles
    Test number
    821986866576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,559 miles (+20,445)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,559 miles
    Test number
    658829948731
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass151,114 miles (+24,337)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    151,114 miles
    Test number
    932194603894
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass126,777 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    126,777 miles
    Test number
    107832176009
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,716 miles (+19,815)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,716 miles
    Test number
    292095374759
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step to sill back (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass106,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,901 miles
    Test number
    122715668376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,901 miles (+1,220)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,901 miles
    Test number
    160803356495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass105,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,681 miles
    Test number
    435779480971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,681 miles (+2,983)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,681 miles
    Test number
    629278488745
    • Repaired at testCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass102,698 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    102,698 miles
    Test number
    498804392227
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen less than 3mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has corrosion but not affecting structure or rigidity.

  14. Fail102,698 miles (+4,168)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,698 miles
    Test number
    764340420921
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen less than 3mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has corrosion but not affecting structure or rigidity.

  15. Pass98,530 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,530 miles
    Test number
    736320764996
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail98,530 miles (+2,892)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,530 miles
    Test number
    900897861251
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass95,638 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,638 miles
    Test number
    492496937166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,615 miles (+6,952)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    463373605542
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass88,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,663 miles
    Test number
    722232794417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail88,653 miles (+6,258)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,653 miles
    Test number
    591096612434
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass82,395 miles (+8,028)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,395 miles
    Test number
    866900085138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,367 miles (+9,548)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,367 miles
    Test number
    216248474123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,819 miles (+11,852)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,819 miles
    Test number
    326459083167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,967 miles (+13,046)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,967 miles
    Test number
    126258672195
    • NoteBrake pedal wearing on one side

  25. Pass39,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,921 miles
    Test number
    917726281168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 XZJ

Does LB08 XZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 XZJ is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XZJ?
The MOT on LB08 XZJ is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 XZJ done?
LB08 XZJ was recorded at 183,250 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 9,718 miles a year.
Has LB08 XZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XZJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 XZJ 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 XZJ find?
LB08 XZJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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