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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,198 cc

LB56 CWJMOT history

LB56 CWJ is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 17 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 144,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2025
Mileage
144,977 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 CWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 CWJ was last recorded at 144,977 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 2,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2017: 13,543 miles, lower than 108,063 miles on 29 Feb 2016.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,743 miles · 12 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,234 miles
Average per year
6,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,977 miles
  • 2024 – 142,743 miles
  • 2023 – 140,800 miles
  • 2022 – 139,594 miles
  • 2021 – 137,613 miles
  • 2020 – 133,324 miles
  • 2019 – 124,321 miles
  • 2018 – 116,997 miles
  • 2017 – 113,543 miles
  • 2016 – 108,063 miles
  • 2015 – 100,671 miles
  • 2014 – 92,583 miles
  • 2013 – 84,667 miles
  • 2012 – 74,569 miles
  • 2011 – 66,626 miles
  • 2010 – 53,516 miles
  • 2009 – 38,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,977 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

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.

  • Underside of vehicle heavily welded and undersealed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • General corrosion in vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,977 miles (+2,234)3 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,977 miles
    Test number
    978570842413
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  2. Pass142,743 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    142,743 miles
    Test number
    604569193067
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily welded and undersealed

  3. Fail142,733 miles (+1,933)15 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,733 miles
    Test number
    539523098543
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength doorstep (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,800 miles
    Test number
    438473945328
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily welded and undersealed

  5. Fail140,800 miles (+1,206)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,800 miles
    Test number
    231812310537
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (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 Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner door step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily welded and undersealed

  6. Pass139,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,594 miles
    Test number
    427398405952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,594 miles (+1,981)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,594 miles
    Test number
    449567878480
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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 Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass137,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,613 miles
    Test number
    578027739804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,613 miles (+8)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,613 miles
    Test number
    382098211457
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail137,605 miles (+4,281)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,605 miles
    Test number
    362755879343
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass133,324 miles (+193)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,324 miles
    Test number
    342801479981
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  12. Fail133,131 miles (+8,810)17 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,131 miles
    Test number
    761252865112
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily corroded

  13. Pass124,321 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,321 miles
    Test number
    150084965178
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in vehicle

  14. Fail124,321 miles (+7,324)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,321 miles
    Test number
    918884629135
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner panal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner panal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in vehicle

  15. Pass116,997 miles (+3,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,997 miles
    Test number
    290909436657
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront sills damaged/corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in vehicle

  16. Pass113,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,543 miles
    Test number
    830502610645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail13,543 miles (-94,520)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,543 miles
    Test number
    135738827505
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  18. Pass108,063 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    723606144935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,061 miles (+7,390)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,061 miles
    Test number
    888949644279
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass100,671 miles (+8,088)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    100,671 miles
    Test number
    349388545007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  21. Pass92,583 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,583 miles
    Test number
    375359744036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    766200173095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,667 miles (+10,098)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    345939553044
    • DangerousPower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  24. Pass74,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    725289962055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,569 miles (+7,943)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    195808362402
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteHi-level brake light not working
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  26. Fail66,626 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,626 miles
    Test number
    219726311277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass66,626 miles (+13,110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,626 miles
    Test number
    295406611268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,516 miles (+15,496)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    370929410234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,020 miles
    Test number
    730982119200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 CWJ

Does LB56 CWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 CWJ expired on 11 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 CWJ?
The MOT on LB56 CWJ expired on 11 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 CWJ done?
LB56 CWJ was recorded at 144,977 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 6,390 miles a year.
Has LB56 CWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 CWJ has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 CWJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 CWJ find?
LB56 CWJ failed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 9 more.

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