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Ford Transit Connect

White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LB55 LCWMOT history

LB55 LCW is a white petrol Ford Transit Connect first used on 15 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2026
Mileage
156,292 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LCW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 LCW was last recorded at 156,292 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,776 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,516 miles
Average per year
7,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,292 miles
  • 2025 – 153,776 miles
  • 2024 – 151,078 miles
  • 2023 – 148,160 miles
  • 2022 – 145,347 miles
  • 2021 – 142,720 miles
  • 2020 – 136,114 miles
  • 2019 – 127,691 miles
  • 2018 – 120,285 miles
  • 2017 – 112,143 miles
  • 2016 – 104,597 miles
  • 2015 – 98,090 miles
  • 2014 – 87,777 miles
  • 2013 – 76,714 miles
  • 2012 – 65,637 miles
  • 2011 – 55,891 miles
  • 2010 – 46,093 miles
  • 2009 – 35,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,292 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fronts to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front mounting corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPark brake lever little reserve travel

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake little reserve travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,292 miles (+2,516)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,292 miles
    Test number
    832976237742
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fronts to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front mounting corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever little reserve travel

  2. Pass153,776 miles (+2,698)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    153,776 miles
    Test number
    684887145144
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox lower mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  3. Pass151,078 miles (+2,918)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,078 miles
    Test number
    960030343369
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and edge wear (195/65/15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass148,160 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,160 miles
    Test number
    155941627031
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slight edgewear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and edgewear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail148,160 miles (+2,813)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,160 miles
    Test number
    753707652734
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slight edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass145,347 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,347 miles
    Test number
    422886924070
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,311 miles (+2,591)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,311 miles
    Test number
    883464204076
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle to rear box sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front pipe mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,720 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,720 miles
    Test number
    639784954951
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  9. Fail142,719 miles (+6,605)7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,719 miles
    Test number
    659917607125
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured rears (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  10. Pass136,114 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,114 miles
    Test number
    837070854688
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Near rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe to flexi hose, pass at time of test (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    806927101615
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  12. Pass127,691 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    897693567307
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil smoke exhaust

  13. Fail127,691 miles (+7,406)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    847577623401
    • Repaired at testRear Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryOil smoke exhaust

  14. Pass120,285 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    120,285 miles
    Test number
    216816790192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail120,285 miles (+8,142)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,285 miles
    Test number
    495622933148
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe modified and seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass112,143 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    112,143 miles
    Test number
    888988493270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,597 miles
    Test number
    411603310199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail104,597 miles (+6,507)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,597 miles
    Test number
    246712257022
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass98,090 miles (+10,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,090 miles
    Test number
    269574815092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass87,777 miles (+11,063)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,777 miles
    Test number
    269170714034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,714 miles (+11,077)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,714 miles
    Test number
    295041313048
    • NoteSlight leak from pas rack

  22. Fail65,637 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,637 miles
    Test number
    117606602452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass65,637 miles (+9,746)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,637 miles
    Test number
    386476202057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,891 miles (+9,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,891 miles
    Test number
    459215401058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass46,093 miles (+10,575)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,093 miles
    Test number
    353249200008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,518 miles
    Test number
    972854919077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,518 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,518 miles
    Test number
    893394019055
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 LCW

Does LB55 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LCW expired on 21 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LCW?
The MOT on LB55 LCW expired on 21 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LCW done?
LB55 LCW was recorded at 156,292 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 7,106 miles a year.
Has LB55 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LCW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 LCW 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 LB55 LCW find?
LB55 LCW failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; oil leaking excessively from engine, and 12 more.

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