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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,198 cc

LB56 HMEMOT history

LB56 HME is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 14 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 172,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
172,501 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 HME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 HME was last recorded at 172,501 miles on 1 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2026: 172,501 miles, lower than 172,503 miles on 29 Aug 2025.

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
172,503 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Average per year
2,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,501 miles
  • 2025 – 172,503 miles
  • 2020 – 170,999 miles
  • 2016 – 168,685 miles
  • 2015 – 162,943 miles
  • 2014 – 156,076 miles
  • 2013 – 150,967 miles
  • 2012 – 144,216 miles
  • 2011 – 137,517 miles
  • 2009 – 125,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,501 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,501 miles (-2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    172,501 miles
    Test number
    233220987949
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass172,503 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    172,503 miles
    Test number
    788322761028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail172,501 miles (+1,502)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,501 miles
    Test number
    659069246805
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass170,999 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    170,999 miles
    Test number
    991287711304
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail170,999 miles (+2,314)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,999 miles
    Test number
    154809681141
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass168,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    168,685 miles
    Test number
    626075732499
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside track control arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySome play in steering rack inner joint

  7. Fail168,683 miles (+5,740)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,683 miles
    Test number
    475657046233
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside track control arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySome play in steering rack inner joint

  8. Pass162,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    162,943 miles
    Test number
    188761475027
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail162,943 miles (+6,867)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,943 miles
    Test number
    685342965044
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass156,076 miles (+5,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    156,076 miles
    Test number
    775345034064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass150,967 miles (+6,751)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    150,967 miles
    Test number
    735962373030
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing close to markers
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low on outer edge

  12. Pass144,216 miles (+6,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    144,216 miles
    Test number
    878310362068
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass137,517 miles (+12,011)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    137,517 miles
    Test number
    769786561067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,506 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,506 miles
    Test number
    220956739357
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass125,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    125,506 miles
    Test number
    993636839305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 HME

Does LB56 HME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 HME is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 HME?
The MOT on LB56 HME is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 HME done?
LB56 HME was recorded at 172,501 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 2,835 miles a year.
Has LB56 HME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 HME has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 HME ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 HME find?
LB56 HME passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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