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Ford Transit Connect

Red · Diesel · 2007 · 1,753 cc

LB56 UCJMOT history

LB56 UCJ is a red diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 3 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 207,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
207,220 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 UCJ
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
3 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 UCJ was last recorded at 207,220 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2020: 148,041 miles, lower than 148,104 miles on 19 Nov 2020.

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
203,454 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,766 miles
Average per year
10,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,220 miles
  • 2025 – 203,454 miles
  • 2023 – 199,409 miles
  • 2022 – 192,744 miles
  • 2021 – 169,569 miles
  • 2020 – 148,041 miles
  • 2019 – 131,284 miles
  • 2018 – 117,254 miles
  • 2017 – 103,546 miles
  • 2016 – 102,233 miles
  • 2015 – 95,559 miles
  • 2014 – 90,966 miles
  • 2013 – 85,787 miles
  • 2012 – 78,413 miles
  • 2011 – 68,312 miles
  • 2010 – 56,793 miles
  • 2009 – 43,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,220 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,220 miles (+3,766)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    207,220 miles
    Test number
    400096526853
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass203,454 miles (+4,045)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    203,454 miles
    Test number
    527076308273
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass199,409 miles (+6,665)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    199,409 miles
    Test number
    324563581881
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass192,744 miles (+23,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    192,744 miles
    Test number
    599265841409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass169,569 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    169,569 miles
    Test number
    843318066409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail169,569 miles (+21,528)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,569 miles
    Test number
    336189859343
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass148,041 miles (-63)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,041 miles
    Test number
    512161409023
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail148,104 miles (+16,820)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,104 miles
    Test number
    292751099040
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass131,284 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,284 miles
    Test number
    819732595009
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail131,283 miles (+14,029)2 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,283 miles
    Test number
    182243548878
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubbers missing and insercure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass117,254 miles (+83)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,254 miles
    Test number
    693915545614
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre silencer X2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel has negative camber, possible damaged hub
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Fail117,171 miles (+13,625)4 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,171 miles
    Test number
    253152548733
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing not attached, ball joint popped out. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL, within P/A of leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps N/S & O/S (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre silencer X2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel has negative camber, possible damaged hub
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  13. Pass103,546 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,546 miles
    Test number
    770355259715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
  14. Fail103,545 miles (+1,312)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    181517017027
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
  15. Pass102,233 miles (+6,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    242153863318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  16. Pass95,559 miles (+4,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,559 miles
    Test number
    588492968379
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased when presented
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass90,966 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,966 miles
    Test number
    826183064224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,965 miles (+5,178)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,965 miles
    Test number
    309482664231
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  19. Pass85,787 miles (+7,374)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,787 miles
    Test number
    779056413321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    595691622353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,413 miles (+10,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    617791922301
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass68,312 miles (+11,519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,312 miles
    Test number
    385835831365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,793 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,793 miles
    Test number
    461516130337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,789 miles (+12,925)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,789 miles
    Test number
    741653430355
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  25. Pass43,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    680854049387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,864 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,864 miles
    Test number
    741804049346
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB56 UCJ

Does LB56 UCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 UCJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 UCJ?
The MOT on LB56 UCJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 UCJ done?
LB56 UCJ was recorded at 207,220 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 10,159 miles a year.
Has LB56 UCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 UCJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 UCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 UCJ find?
LB56 UCJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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