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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LF52 DKUMOT history

LF52 DKU is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 11 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 220,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

LF52 DKU white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
220,973 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 DKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 DKU was last recorded at 220,973 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 5,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2008: 58,175 miles, lower than 70,272 miles on 11 Jul 2007.

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
215,422 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,551 miles
Average per year
9,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 220,973 miles
  • 2022 – 215,422 miles
  • 2021 – 208,257 miles
  • 2020 – 203,851 miles
  • 2019 – 193,369 miles
  • 2018 – 182,170 miles
  • 2017 – 165,289 miles
  • 2016 – 163,135 miles
  • 2015 – 159,983 miles
  • 2014 – 154,205 miles
  • 2013 – 146,652 miles
  • 2012 – 136,007 miles
  • 2011 – 123,924 miles
  • 2010 – 114,450 miles
  • 2009 – 102,289 miles
  • 2008 – 58,175 miles
  • 2007 – 70,272 miles
  • 2006 – 58,275 miles
  • 2005 – 47,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail220,973 miles
  • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Inner and outer sills. (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail220,973 miles (+5,551)1 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,973 miles
    Test number
    172220316376
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Inner and outer sills. (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass215,422 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    215,422 miles
    Test number
    935549464492
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(radiator support cross member severely rusted)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail215,422 miles (+7,165)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,422 miles
    Test number
    253339291117
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(radiator support cross member severely rusted)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass208,257 miles (+4,406)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    208,257 miles
    Test number
    288688713407
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRadiator support cross member severely rusted

  5. Pass203,851 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    203,851 miles
    Test number
    900373319445
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail203,851 miles (+10,482)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,851 miles
    Test number
    376299737683
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass193,369 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    193,369 miles
    Test number
    895071823397
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail193,369 miles (+11,199)1 dangerous6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,369 miles
    Test number
    500732083844
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working BOTH (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury SILL (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury SILL (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass182,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    182,170 miles
    Test number
    695174143455
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  10. Fail182,170 miles (+16,881)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,170 miles
    Test number
    875574156499
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  11. Pass165,289 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    165,289 miles
    Test number
    718855300658
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail165,287 miles (+2,152)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,287 miles
    Test number
    766553090858
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass163,135 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    163,135 miles
    Test number
    545074818341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail163,135 miles (+3,152)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,135 miles
    Test number
    924573421182
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass159,983 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    159,983 miles
    Test number
    906345625275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail159,937 miles (+5,732)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,937 miles
    Test number
    436958605213
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass154,205 miles (+7,553)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    154,205 miles
    Test number
    457775294194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,652 miles (+10,645)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    146,652 miles
    Test number
    657841103223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,007 miles (+12,083)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    136,007 miles
    Test number
    619743402260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass123,924 miles (+9,474)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    123,924 miles
    Test number
    756009101243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass114,450 miles (+12,161)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    114,450 miles
    Test number
    914835200266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,289 miles (+44,114)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    102,289 miles
    Test number
    434482209260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,175 miles
    Test number
    600395608267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,175 miles (-12,097)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,175 miles
    Test number
    980285308232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass70,272 miles (+11,997)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,272 miles
    Test number
    132122497160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,275 miles
    Test number
    292642896435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,275 miles (+10,351)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,275 miles
    Test number
    511822096158
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

  28. Pass47,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,924 miles
    Test number
    352500675263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 DKU

Does LF52 DKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 DKU expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 DKU?
The MOT on LF52 DKU expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 DKU done?
LF52 DKU was recorded at 220,973 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 9,647 miles a year.
Has LF52 DKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 DKU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 DKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 DKU find?
LF52 DKU failed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner and outer sills.; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust system insecure, and 10 more.

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