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Ford Transit Connect

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LB57 VFXMOT history

LB57 VFX is a silver diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 206,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
206,186 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VFX was last recorded at 206,186 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,182 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,186 miles
  • 2025 – 204,589 miles
  • 2024 – 202,611 miles
  • 2022 – 191,902 miles
  • 2021 – 177,963 miles
  • 2020 – 172,864 miles
  • 2019 – 172,717 miles
  • 2018 – 165,811 miles
  • 2016 – 158,604 miles
  • 2015 – 141,620 miles
  • 2014 – 123,829 miles
  • 2013 – 113,390 miles
  • 2012 – 112,355 miles
  • 2011 – 108,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,186 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

  • N/s/f rack end has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyres do not appear to be "C" rated with only 730 kg Max Load per tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,186 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    206,186 miles
    Test number
    823346843339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail206,185 miles (+3)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,185 miles
    Test number
    519335878179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail206,182 miles (+1,593)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,182 miles
    Test number
    380964013314
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Tread tearing away (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very Close to Cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass204,589 miles (+1,978)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    204,589 miles
    Test number
    417037908025
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Worn Inside Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass202,611 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    202,611 miles
    Test number
    797642041925
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail202,611 miles (+10,709)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,611 miles
    Test number
    313943283880
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass191,902 miles (+8,224)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,902 miles
    Test number
    699703577269
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake only just meets requirement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass183,678 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    183,678 miles
    Test number
    910790265731
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail183,678 miles (+5,715)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,678 miles
    Test number
    297880229234
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass177,963 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    177,963 miles
    Test number
    901067330155
    • AdvisoryN/s/f rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryTyres do not appear to be "C" rated with only 730 kg Max Load per tyre

  11. Fail177,935 miles (+5,071)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,935 miles
    Test number
    222153267958
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up UNABLE TO TEST REMAINING STEERING/SUSPENSION THIS SIDE. DUE TO MAJOR PLAY IN BEARING (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryTyres do not appear to be "C" rated with only 730 kg Max Load per tyre

  12. Pass172,864 miles (+147)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,864 miles
    Test number
    904480518944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint rubber splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around steering rack

  13. Fail172,717 miles (+6,906)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,717 miles
    Test number
    683554301546
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate Air bag (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass165,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    165,811 miles
    Test number
    134279310507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail165,811 miles (+7,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,811 miles
    Test number
    672245808075
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass158,604 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    158,604 miles
    Test number
    851162673708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail158,344 miles (+16,724)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,344 miles
    Test number
    346940105437
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail141,620 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,620 miles
    Test number
    315239805439
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass141,620 miles (+17,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    141,620 miles
    Test number
    497409005266
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass123,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,829 miles
    Test number
    209535454177
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail123,829 miles (+10,439)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,829 miles
    Test number
    769875154169
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass113,390 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,390 miles
    Test number
    579814193018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail112,355 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,355 miles
    Test number
    369666622004
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass112,355 miles (+3,857)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    112,355 miles
    Test number
    899546322091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass108,498 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    108,498 miles
    Test number
    109215741411
    • NoteEngine oil low
    • NoteWiper blades wearing

  26. Fail108,498 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,498 miles
    Test number
    528405641052
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil low
    • NoteWiper blades wearing

Questions about LB57 VFX

Does LB57 VFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 VFX is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VFX?
The MOT on LB57 VFX is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 VFX done?
LB57 VFX was recorded at 206,186 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 6,535 miles a year.
Has LB57 VFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VFX has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 VFX 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 LB57 VFX find?
LB57 VFX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords inner edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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