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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LF52 DLEMOT history

LF52 DLE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 196,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

LF52 DLE white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
196,423 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 DLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 DLE was last recorded at 196,423 miles on 29 May 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,395 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
6,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,423 miles
  • 2025 – 195,025 miles
  • 2024 – 188,026 miles
  • 2023 – 179,951 miles
  • 2022 – 172,188 miles
  • 2020 – 164,201 miles
  • 2019 – 153,410 miles
  • 2018 – 149,522 miles
  • 2017 – 126,031 miles
  • 2016 – 90,386 miles
  • 2015 – 86,711 miles
  • 2014 – 83,612 miles
  • 2013 – 81,358 miles
  • 2012 – 78,248 miles
  • 2011 – 74,135 miles
  • 2010 – 71,185 miles
  • 2009 – 69,906 miles
  • 2008 – 66,853 miles
  • 2007 – 65,417 miles
  • 2006 – 61,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,423 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,423 miles (+28)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    196,423 miles
    Test number
    898806792584
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail196,395 miles (+1,370)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,395 miles
    Test number
    520531570323
    • MajorCentral Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass195,025 miles (+6,999)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    195,025 miles
    Test number
    928027497909
    • MinorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,026 miles (+28)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    188,026 miles
    Test number
    673550566957
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail187,998 miles (+8,047)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,998 miles
    Test number
    216151420444
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass179,951 miles (+7,763)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    179,951 miles
    Test number
    502650539234
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass172,188 miles (+7,987)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,188 miles
    Test number
    295301169064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass164,201 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,201 miles
    Test number
    502113343877
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBottom gearbox mount has play

  9. Fail164,201 miles (+10,791)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,201 miles
    Test number
    820065801572
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBottom gearbox mount has play

  10. Pass153,410 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    153,410 miles
    Test number
    866435297651
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail153,304 miles (+3,782)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,304 miles
    Test number
    775580920502
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass149,522 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    149,522 miles
    Test number
    879699529969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail149,508 miles (+23,477)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,508 miles
    Test number
    230715454991
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rusty

  14. Pass126,031 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    306157157960
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Fail126,031 miles (+35,645)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    348901264539
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass90,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,386 miles
    Test number
    304776699579
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail90,386 miles (+3,675)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,386 miles
    Test number
    262627673889
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail86,711 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,711 miles
    Test number
    487038975050
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass86,711 miles (+3,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,711 miles
    Test number
    558728575099
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass83,612 miles (+2,254)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,612 miles
    Test number
    318670384004
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  21. Pass81,358 miles (+3,110)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,358 miles
    Test number
    677154673099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  22. Pass78,248 miles (+4,113)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,248 miles
    Test number
    928609672061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  23. Pass74,135 miles (+2,950)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,135 miles
    Test number
    158615371443
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass71,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    761895170062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail71,184 miles (+1,278)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,184 miles
    Test number
    771005070036
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass69,906 miles (+3,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    120438079037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass66,853 miles (+1,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,853 miles
    Test number
    792444578051
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass65,417 miles (+4,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,417 miles
    Test number
    100889477099
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Fail61,320 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,320 miles
    Test number
    143652986017
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  30. Pass61,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,320 miles
    Test number
    854442986097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about LF52 DLE

Does LF52 DLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 DLE is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 DLE?
The MOT on LF52 DLE is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 DLE done?
LF52 DLE was recorded at 196,423 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 6,694 miles a year.
Has LF52 DLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 DLE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 DLE 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 LF52 DLE find?
LF52 DLE passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 5 more.

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