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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LF52 EBAMOT history

LF52 EBA is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 20 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 267,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LF52 EBA white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
267,111 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 EBA
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
20 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 EBA was last recorded at 267,111 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 131,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,566 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
131,545 miles
Average per year
11,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 267,111 miles
  • 2024 – 135,566 miles
  • 2023 – 134,776 miles
  • 2022 – 132,976 miles
  • 2021 – 132,353 miles
  • 2020 – 131,075 miles
  • 2019 – 127,612 miles
  • 2018 – 118,953 miles
  • 2017 – 115,273 miles
  • 2016 – 107,099 miles
  • 2015 – 99,414 miles
  • 2014 – 94,679 miles
  • 2013 – 84,783 miles
  • 2012 – 76,408 miles
  • 2011 – 69,386 miles
  • 2010 – 59,570 miles
  • 2009 – 51,736 miles
  • 2008 – 46,844 miles
  • 2007 – 41,898 miles
  • 2006 – 36,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,111 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel Tank Straps Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,111 miles (+131,545)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    267,111 miles
    Test number
    290103330649
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,566 miles (+790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,566 miles
    Test number
    549437620552
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,776 miles (+1,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    134,776 miles
    Test number
    395243338910
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,976 miles (+623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,976 miles
    Test number
    126047033949
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass132,353 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,353 miles
    Test number
    211942419520
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail132,353 miles (+1,278)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,353 miles
    Test number
    685812777090
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass131,075 miles (+3,463)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    131,075 miles
    Test number
    957743071636
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass127,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    718033621474
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank Straps Corroded

  9. Fail127,612 miles (+8,659)3 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    240854375691
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank Straps Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass118,953 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,953 miles
    Test number
    731115848923
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail118,953 miles (+3,680)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,953 miles
    Test number
    569333229082
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass115,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,273 miles
    Test number
    773456719272
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  13. Fail115,273 miles (+8,174)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,273 miles
    Test number
    826364269721
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  14. Pass107,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    498003023892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,099 miles (+7,685)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    293005025363
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door "check strap" loose
    • AdvisoryCoolant below minimum level

  16. Pass99,414 miles (+4,735)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    99,414 miles
    Test number
    406465285037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,679 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,679 miles
    Test number
    827478594109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,783 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,783 miles
    Test number
    226291793162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass76,408 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,408 miles
    Test number
    986168082167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,386 miles (+9,816)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,386 miles
    Test number
    146301271155
    • 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)
    • NoteRear no plate slightly deteriated

  21. Pass59,570 miles (+7,834)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,570 miles
    Test number
    114184690121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,736 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    913627999155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,844 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,844 miles
    Test number
    132237298117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,898 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    184049897158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,528 miles (+5,364)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,528 miles
    Test number
    561041206214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,164 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    161797016040
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

  27. Pass31,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    931797616023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 EBA

Does LF52 EBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 EBA is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 EBA?
The MOT on LF52 EBA is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 EBA done?
LF52 EBA was recorded at 267,111 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 11,732 miles a year.
Has LF52 EBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 EBA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 EBA 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 EBA find?
LF52 EBA passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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