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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,198 cc

LB56 VSOMOT history

LB56 VSO is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 5 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 127,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2025
Mileage
127,223 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VSO
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
5 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VSO was last recorded at 127,223 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,221 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,223 miles
  • 2023 – 125,955 miles
  • 2022 – 125,057 miles
  • 2021 – 124,647 miles
  • 2020 – 122,142 miles
  • 2019 – 118,932 miles
  • 2017 – 117,280 miles
  • 2016 – 113,216 miles
  • 2015 – 110,437 miles
  • 2014 – 95,543 miles
  • 2013 – 76,476 miles
  • 2012 – 65,732 miles
  • 2011 – 56,751 miles
  • 2010 – 47,275 miles
  • 2009 – 33,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,223 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,223 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    127,223 miles
    Test number
    800710188645
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

  2. Fail127,221 miles (+1,266)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,221 miles
    Test number
    251845959716
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

  3. Pass125,955 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,955 miles
    Test number
    430944596231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,953 miles (+896)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,953 miles
    Test number
    234359373962
    • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing holed and corroded within 30cm of strut top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner quarter panel holed and corroded within 30cm of rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch holed and corroded within 30cm of front leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner quarter panel holed and corroded within 30cm of rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed and corroded within 30cm of rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,057 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,057 miles
    Test number
    805234868020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail125,026 miles (+379)12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,026 miles
    Test number
    600620750655
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass124,647 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    124,647 miles
    Test number
    472871834507
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  8. Fail124,647 miles (+2,505)3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,647 miles
    Test number
    423078418957
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  9. Pass122,142 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    561683972414
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail122,040 miles (+1)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,040 miles
    Test number
    611684593872
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cm of leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cm of leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail122,039 miles (+670)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,039 miles
    Test number
    247390073627
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 2 parts at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail121,369 miles (+2,437)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,369 miles
    Test number
    799015647341
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured front bush (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded within 30cm of leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass118,932 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    118,932 miles
    Test number
    778483289716
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail118,930 miles (+1,650)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,930 miles
    Test number
    139371887436
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass117,280 miles (+4,064)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,280 miles
    Test number
    577740546519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,216 miles
    Test number
    843233400436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Fail113,216 miles (+2,779)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,216 miles
    Test number
    153842351954
    • FailureFront All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass110,437 miles (+14,894)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,437 miles
    Test number
    955696215262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,543 miles
    Test number
    195630044268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,543 miles (+19,067)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,543 miles
    Test number
    315930044434
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass76,476 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,476 miles
    Test number
    557327693184
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail76,475 miles (+10,743)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,475 miles
    Test number
    326986693150
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass65,732 miles (+8,981)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,732 miles
    Test number
    959524812278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,751 miles (+9,476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,751 miles
    Test number
    476109691166
    • NoteNail in N/S front tyre

  25. Pass47,275 miles (+13,512)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,275 miles
    Test number
    384852200488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,763 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,763 miles
    Test number
    653167819246
    • NoteFoot brake slightly spongy no fault found on point of test

  27. Fail33,755 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    940325819270
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LB56 VSO

Does LB56 VSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VSO expired on 2 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VSO?
The MOT on LB56 VSO expired on 2 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VSO done?
LB56 VSO was recorded at 127,223 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 6,095 miles a year.
Has LB56 VSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VSO has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 VSO 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 VSO find?
LB56 VSO passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: underside covered in underseal.

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