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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,198 cc

LB56 DFYMOT history

LB56 DFY is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2025
Mileage
116,102 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DFY
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
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DFY was last recorded at 116,102 miles on 24 Jun 2024, 507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,595 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
507 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,102 miles
  • 2023 – 115,595 miles
  • 2022 – 115,246 miles
  • 2021 – 114,548 miles
  • 2020 – 114,134 miles
  • 2019 – 113,369 miles
  • 2018 – 112,355 miles
  • 2017 – 111,540 miles
  • 2016 – 110,734 miles
  • 2015 – 109,407 miles
  • 2014 – 98,930 miles
  • 2013 – 85,381 miles
  • 2012 – 71,073 miles
  • 2011 – 57,581 miles
  • 2010 – 43,121 miles
  • 2009 – 29,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,102 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,102 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,102 miles
    Test number
    428772479446
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail116,102 miles (+507)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,102 miles
    Test number
    831338361037
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,595 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,595 miles
    Test number
    721972479334
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle also repairs with under seal.

  4. Fail115,595 miles (+349)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,595 miles
    Test number
    151555399339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle also repairs with under seal.

  5. Pass115,246 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    115,246 miles
    Test number
    726801550248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight general corrosion on vehicle, ok at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs been underseal.

  6. Fail115,246 miles (+698)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,246 miles
    Test number
    364593077327
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight general corrosion on vehicle, ok at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs been underseal.

  7. Pass114,548 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,548 miles
    Test number
    452534027466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,134 miles
    Test number
    227642792267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,133 miles (+764)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,133 miles
    Test number
    594168567045
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  10. Pass113,369 miles (+1,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,369 miles
    Test number
    251853326111
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion/distortion and underseal under vfehicle, ok at time of test.

  11. Pass112,355 miles (+815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,355 miles
    Test number
    187678476451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass111,540 miles (+806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,540 miles
    Test number
    242168791824
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass110,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,734 miles
    Test number
    158662744836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached indicator (1.9.2b)

  14. Fail110,734 miles (+1,327)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,734 miles
    Test number
    436960253495
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached indicator (1.9.2b)

  15. Pass109,407 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,407 miles
    Test number
    856852985125
    • NoteArchs have slight corrosion
    • NoteN/s damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail109,407 miles (+10,477)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,407 miles
    Test number
    278481485155
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteArchs have slight corrosion
    • NoteN/s damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass98,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,930 miles
    Test number
    427288174096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,930 miles (+13,549)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,930 miles
    Test number
    777124974099
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass85,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    295730683058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,381 miles (+14,308)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    317649173018
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  21. Pass71,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,073 miles
    Test number
    369516682000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,073 miles (+13,492)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,073 miles
    Test number
    756466782081
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  23. Fail57,581 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,581 miles
    Test number
    126614281421
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass57,581 miles (+14,460)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,581 miles
    Test number
    165824881078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,121 miles (+14,045)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,121 miles
    Test number
    882344180097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,076 miles
    Test number
    783111199039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 DFY

Does LB56 DFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 DFY expired on 28 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DFY?
The MOT on LB56 DFY expired on 28 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 DFY done?
LB56 DFY was recorded at 116,102 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2024, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has LB56 DFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DFY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 DFY 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 LB56 DFY find?
LB56 DFY passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; central rear lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush worn; nearside front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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