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Ford Transit Connect

Red · Diesel · 2007 · 1,753 cc

LB56 UBVMOT history

LB56 UBV is a red diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 12 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
129,651 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 UBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 UBV was last recorded at 129,651 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,648 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,651 miles
  • 2023 – 126,212 miles
  • 2022 – 121,597 miles
  • 2021 – 116,974 miles
  • 2020 – 113,675 miles
  • 2019 – 107,730 miles
  • 2018 – 94,224 miles
  • 2017 – 84,832 miles
  • 2016 – 77,116 miles
  • 2015 – 71,124 miles
  • 2014 – 63,550 miles
  • 2013 – 57,700 miles
  • 2012 – 55,098 miles
  • 2011 – 50,148 miles
  • 2010 – 43,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,651 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,651 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,651 miles
    Test number
    924659225930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,648 miles (+3,436)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,648 miles
    Test number
    523611011118
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass126,212 miles (+4,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,212 miles
    Test number
    938833277981
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,597 miles
    Test number
    702451183346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail121,591 miles (+4,617)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,591 miles
    Test number
    596502889008
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass116,974 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,974 miles
    Test number
    194930447797
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail116,840 miles (+3,165)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,840 miles
    Test number
    889057770636
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass113,675 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    471015689971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,670 miles (+2,747)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,670 miles
    Test number
    713143329256
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass110,923 miles (+3,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    110,923 miles
    Test number
    636087868570
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material two pipes, front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass107,730 miles (+13,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    107,730 miles
    Test number
    549183568869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass94,224 miles (+9,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,224 miles
    Test number
    510127287104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass84,832 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,832 miles
    Test number
    814743325278
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  14. Fail84,813 miles (+7,697)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,813 miles
    Test number
    243812367013
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass77,116 miles (+5,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,116 miles
    Test number
    831921264653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes coroded

  16. Pass71,124 miles (+7,574)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,124 miles
    Test number
    659898405178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased.
    • NoteMinor boby damage.
    • NoteRear silencer very rusty.

  17. Pass63,550 miles (+5,850)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,550 miles
    Test number
    635447194098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,700 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    645657803141
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass57,700 miles (+2,602)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    918427703133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass55,098 miles (+4,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,098 miles
    Test number
    249219242245
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass50,148 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    557967831234
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteSill damaged n/s/f
    • NoteWashers partly blocked

  22. Fail50,148 miles (+6,917)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    258027731216
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDiscs worn
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteSill damaged n/s/f
    • NoteWashers partly blocked

  23. Fail43,231 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,231 miles
    Test number
    122146830270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  24. Pass43,231 miles (+4,785)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,231 miles
    Test number
    662966130267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,446 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    524938100073
    • NoteFront no. plate cracked

Questions about LB56 UBV

Does LB56 UBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 UBV expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 UBV?
The MOT on LB56 UBV expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 UBV done?
LB56 UBV was recorded at 129,651 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 6,172 miles a year.
Has LB56 UBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 UBV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 UBV 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 UBV find?
LB56 UBV passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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