Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc
LF52 DVUMOT history
LF52 DVU is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 10 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 253,256 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 5 May 2026
- Mileage
- 253,256 mi
- At MOT on 6 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 29
- 20 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 11,531 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF52 DVU
- 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
- 10 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 5 May 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 6 May 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF52 DVU was last recorded at 253,256 miles on 6 May 2025, 365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 252,891 miles · 16 Apr 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 365 miles
- Average per year
- 11,531 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 253,256 miles
- 2024 – 252,891 miles
- 2023 – 250,297 miles
- 2022 – 248,218 miles
- 2021 – 243,865 miles
- 2020 – 242,762 miles
- 2019 – 238,731 miles
- 2018 – 233,838 miles
- 2017 – 146,515 miles
- 2016 – 125,393 miles
- 2015 – 115,163 miles
- 2014 – 95,306 miles
- 2013 – 74,686 miles
- 2012 – 64,544 miles
- 2011 – 58,998 miles
- 2010 – 53,629 miles
- 2009 – 48,643 miles
- 2008 – 43,821 miles
- 2007 – 38,674 miles
- 2006 – 33,191 miles
- 2005 – 28,315 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass253,256 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 excessively worn
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
Major2 MOTs, 2024
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
29 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass253,256 miles (+365)
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2026
- Odometer
- 253,256 miles
- Test number
- 913969686636
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail252,891 miles (+100)1 dangerous9 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,891 miles
- Test number
- 199264642627
- DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Fail252,791 miles (+2,494)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 252,791 miles
- Test number
- 416276357830
- MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass250,297 miles (+7)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 250,297 miles
- Test number
- 522420576391
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fail250,290 miles (+2,072)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 250,290 miles
- Test number
- 469001244903
- DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass248,218 miles (+4,353)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 248,218 miles
- Test number
- 717482995167
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass243,865 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 243,865 miles
- Test number
- 944058565428
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail243,863 miles (+1,101)1 dangerous6 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 243,863 miles
- Test number
- 684058837148
- DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass242,762 miles (+4,031)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 242,762 miles
- Test number
- 956067709894
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass238,731 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 238,731 miles
- Test number
- 730923105899
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Fail238,731 miles (+4,893)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,731 miles
- Test number
- 313293558184
- Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass233,838 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 233,838 miles
- Test number
- 225983913891
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail233,838 miles (+87,323)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 233,838 miles
- Test number
- 550318130976
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Pass146,515 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 146,515 miles
- Test number
- 956025350953
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail146,515 miles (+21,122)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,515 miles
- Test number
- 844115529409
- Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass125,393 miles (+10,230)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 125,393 miles
- Test number
- 320522262079
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass115,163 miles (+19,857)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 115,163 miles
- Test number
- 433944033063
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass95,306 miles (+20,620)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 95,306 miles
- Test number
- 316412854299
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,686 miles (+10,142)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 74,686 miles
- Test number
- 427285303228
- NoteO/s/r tyre cracking on side wall
Pass64,544 miles (+5,546)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 64,544 miles
- Test number
- 327643812222
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Fail58,998 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,998 miles
- Test number
- 497866611257
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass58,998 miles (+5,369)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 58,998 miles
- Test number
- 536456011281
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,629 miles (+4,986)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 53,629 miles
- Test number
- 762755320238
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,643 miles (+4,822)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 48,643 miles
- Test number
- 324493539280
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,821 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 43,821 miles
- Test number
- 911231938263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail43,821 miles (+5,147)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,821 miles
- Test number
- 344601838223
- FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass38,674 miles (+5,483)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 38,674 miles
- Test number
- 343946837274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,191 miles (+4,876)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 33,191 miles
- Test number
- 214177146289
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,315 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 28,315 miles
- Test number
- 461286105485
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LF52 DVU
- Does LF52 DVU currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LF52 DVU expired on 5 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LF52 DVU?
- The MOT on LF52 DVU expired on 5 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LF52 DVU done?
- LF52 DVU was recorded at 253,256 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 11,531 miles a year.
- Has LF52 DVU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF52 DVU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on LF52 DVU 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 DVU find?
- LF52 DVU passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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