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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,998 cc

LB55 VJFMOT history

LB55 VJF is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 24 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 135,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
135,089 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VJF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VJF was last recorded at 135,089 miles on 28 Jun 2023, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,041 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
7,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,089 miles
  • 2022 – 135,041 miles
  • 2021 – 123,213 miles
  • 2020 – 122,234 miles
  • 2018 – 120,804 miles
  • 2017 – 116,898 miles
  • 2016 – 112,660 miles
  • 2015 – 100,083 miles
  • 2014 – 91,908 miles
  • 2013 – 82,124 miles
  • 2012 – 69,384 miles
  • 2011 – 60,331 miles
  • 2010 – 49,496 miles
  • 2009 – 33,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,089 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s/f inner wing becoming corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,089 miles (+48)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,089 miles
    Test number
    191792924424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail135,041 miles (+11,828)1 dangerous18 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,041 miles
    Test number
    264623071171
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake valve inadequately mounted abs pump mounting excessively corroded (1.1.7 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg corroded by gearbox mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis leg inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg corroded by engine mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front chassis leg inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL is inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass123,213 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,213 miles
    Test number
    197821087494
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail123,150 miles (+916)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,150 miles
    Test number
    230332860922
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass122,234 miles (+1,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,234 miles
    Test number
    923629009099
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass120,804 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,804 miles
    Test number
    415133074952
    • AdvisoryAll floorpans becoming corroded throughout
    • AdvisoryAll welds undersealed
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches undersealed
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills becoming corroded/ have welding repairs
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis becoming corroded throughout
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wing becoming corroded
  7. Fail120,804 miles (+3,906)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,804 miles
    Test number
    850137335317
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to rear of front wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor member, on nearside, corroded above axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner sill to rear of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength to front of leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength to rear of front of rear leaf mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area below/behind step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll wheelarch areas undersealed
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded/previously welded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded throughout
    • AdvisoryFloorpan slightly corroded throughout
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wing becoming corroded
  8. Pass116,898 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,898 miles
    Test number
    987824620044
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis holed and corroded outwith prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath rusted
  9. Fail116,897 miles (+4,237)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,897 miles
    Test number
    544915090812
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis holed and corroded outwith prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryVehicle underneath rusted
  10. Pass112,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,660 miles
    Test number
    325504071476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail112,660 miles (+12,577)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,660 miles
    Test number
    627763282850
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass100,083 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,083 miles
    Test number
    423521286230
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Fail100,083 miles (+8,175)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,083 miles
    Test number
    822176920373
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass91,908 miles (+9,784)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,908 miles
    Test number
    495501474203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,124 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,124 miles
    Test number
    335538563207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,782 miles (+7,398)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,782 miles
    Test number
    136665713413
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
  17. Pass69,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,384 miles
    Test number
    347777312061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,384 miles (+9,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,384 miles
    Test number
    486397312038
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  19. Pass60,331 miles (+10,835)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,331 miles
    Test number
    337853531080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,496 miles (+15,603)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,496 miles
    Test number
    354762520084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,893 miles
    Test number
    392929519047
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB55 VJF

Does LB55 VJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 VJF expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VJF?
The MOT on LB55 VJF expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 VJF done?
LB55 VJF was recorded at 135,089 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2023, an average of 7,010 miles a year.
Has LB55 VJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VJF has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 VJF 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 VJF find?
LB55 VJF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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