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Ford Transit

Yellow · Diesel · 2011 · 2,198 cc

LC61 DSEMOT history

LC61 DSE is a yellow diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 165,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LC61 DSE yellow Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
165,774 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 DSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 DSE was last recorded at 165,774 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,771 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,774 miles
  • 2024 – 151,364 miles
  • 2023 – 140,816 miles
  • 2022 – 129,682 miles
  • 2021 – 118,412 miles
  • 2020 – 110,895 miles
  • 2019 – 109,326 miles
  • 2018 – 107,495 miles
  • 2017 – 104,952 miles
  • 2016 – 101,380 miles
  • 2015 – 81,127 miles
  • 2014 – 61,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,774 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear including inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,774 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    165,774 miles
    Test number
    725872345645
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear including inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail165,771 miles (+14,407)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,771 miles
    Test number
    463756109397
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear including inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass151,364 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    151,364 miles
    Test number
    770997947485
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail151,362 miles (+10,546)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,362 miles
    Test number
    880705132239
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass140,816 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,816 miles
    Test number
    449211970733
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail140,793 miles (+11,111)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,793 miles
    Test number
    272437860601
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass129,682 miles (+11,270)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    129,682 miles
    Test number
    536209107069
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass118,412 miles (+34)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,412 miles
    Test number
    374649460999
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail118,378 miles (+7,483)2 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,378 miles
    Test number
    714975906176
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,895 miles (+1,569)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,895 miles
    Test number
    254331948522
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass109,326 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,326 miles
    Test number
    915309291722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,317 miles (+1,822)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,317 miles
    Test number
    225702386865
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,495 miles (+2,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,495 miles
    Test number
    969155496659
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass104,952 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,952 miles
    Test number
    817785052607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,380 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,380 miles
    Test number
    754472603516
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail100,802 miles (+19,675)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,802 miles
    Test number
    420332844183
    • FailureFuel system component leaking diesel high pressure fuel pump leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass81,127 miles (+19,699)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    628535124064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,428 miles
    Test number
    778891534262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 DSE

Does LC61 DSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 DSE is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 DSE?
The MOT on LC61 DSE is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 DSE done?
LC61 DSE was recorded at 165,774 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 9,228 miles a year.
Has LC61 DSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 DSE has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 DSE 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 LC61 DSE find?
LC61 DSE passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind fuel tank, and 2 more.

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