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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LB51 VHMMOT history

LB51 VHM is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 24 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
151,123 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 VHM
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
24 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 VHM was last recorded at 151,123 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 88 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2011: 86,891 miles, lower than 86,956 miles on 14 Nov 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,035 miles · 28 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
88 miles
Average per year
7,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,123 miles
  • 2021 – 151,035 miles
  • 2019 – 140,891 miles
  • 2018 – 140,891 miles
  • 2017 – 136,142 miles
  • 2016 – 129,630 miles
  • 2015 – 125,321 miles
  • 2013 – 108,184 miles
  • 2012 – 101,427 miles
  • 2011 – 86,891 miles
  • 2010 – 80,435 miles
  • 2009 – 70,521 miles
  • 2008 – 57,735 miles
  • 2007 – 43,769 miles
  • 2006 – 26,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,123 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center rear chassis (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,123 miles (+88)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,123 miles
    Test number
    489906719005
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,035 miles (+10,144)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,035 miles
    Test number
    881485743491
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,891 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,891 miles
    Test number
    186615748660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror plastic cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,891 miles1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,891 miles
    Test number
    907965349303
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror plastic cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,891 miles (+108)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    140,891 miles
    Test number
    878779363097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center rear chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center rear chassis (6.1.A.1)

  6. Fail140,783 miles (+4,641)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,783 miles
    Test number
    679970053299
    • FailureCentral Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center rear chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion center rear chassis (6.1.A.1)

  7. Pass136,142 miles (+6,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,142 miles
    Test number
    337909080311
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass129,630 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,630 miles
    Test number
    988772845907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,321 miles (+17,137)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,321 miles
    Test number
    667924955171
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s/f foot step area cover with bodyfiller and underseal
    • NoteN/s/r outter sill coverd with bodyfiller and underseal
    • NoteO/s/f inner sill coverd with underseal

  10. Pass108,184 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    819824463362
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  11. Fail108,168 miles (+6,741)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,168 miles
    Test number
    275592063351
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  12. Pass101,427 miles (+14,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    328485622358
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass86,891 miles (-65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,891 miles
    Test number
    315107921388
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail86,956 miles (+6,521)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,956 miles
    Test number
    468148811328
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass80,435 miles (+9,914)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    80,435 miles
    Test number
    513737400392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,521 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,521 miles
    Test number
    782740119335
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass70,521 miles (+12,786)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,521 miles
    Test number
    831600119353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,735 miles
    Test number
    483082218420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,735 miles (+13,966)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,735 miles
    Test number
    952882318376
    • Repaired at testFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass43,769 miles (+4,823)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,769 miles
    Test number
    173747917358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake warning light inop
    • NoteSurface corrosion

  21. Pass38,946 miles (+12,476)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,946 miles
    Test number
    971985817171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,470 miles
    Test number
    571103226113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 VHM

Does LB51 VHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 VHM expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 VHM?
The MOT on LB51 VHM expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 VHM done?
LB51 VHM was recorded at 151,123 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 7,843 miles a year.
Has LB51 VHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 VHM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LB51 VHM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 VHM find?
LB51 VHM passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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