
Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc
LF52 EJLMOT history
LF52 EJL is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 4 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 276,248 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 7 Oct 2023
- Mileage
- 276,248 mi
- At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
- MOT tests
- 29
- 15 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 14,496 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF52 EJL
- 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
- 4 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Sept 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF52 EJL was last recorded at 276,248 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 276,248 miles · 29 Sept 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 14,496 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 276,248 miles
- 2021 – 276,149 miles
- 2018 – 273,172 miles
- 2017 – 253,089 miles
- 2016 – 231,453 miles
- 2015 – 204,331 miles
- 2014 – 188,080 miles
- 2013 – 169,834 miles
- 2012 – 150,634 miles
- 2011 – 134,909 miles
- 2010 – 126,185 miles
- 2009 – 112,638 miles
- 2008 – 98,511 miles
- 2007 – 74,703 miles
- 2006 – 45,349 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill holed outside areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Rear brake efficiency just upto standard
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Nearside Headlamp aim too low
Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017
Offside Headlamp aim too low
Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014
Full MOT history
29 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass276,248 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 276,248 miles
- Test number
- 518679474063
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill holed outside area
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail276,248 miles (+99)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 276,248 miles
- Test number
- 785430390560
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill holed outside area
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass276,149 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 276,149 miles
- Test number
- 549702324400
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail276,148 miles (+2,976)3 dangerous10 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 276,148 miles
- Test number
- 237045653289
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tear to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested rear brakes faulty service and park brake (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to rear comp valve (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes to rear comp valve along side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to rear comp valve (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Pass273,172 miles (+88)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 273,172 miles
- Test number
- 134314112282
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail273,084 miles (+19,995)4 dangerous4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 273,084 miles
- Test number
- 851464499767
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass253,089 miles (+7)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 253,089 miles
- Test number
- 120357441933
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear brake efficiency just upto standard
Fail253,082 miles (+21,629)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 253,082 miles
- Test number
- 836010416225
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear brake efficiency just upto standard
Pass231,453 miles (+27,122)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 231,453 miles
- Test number
- 605102284523
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass204,331 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 204,331 miles
- Test number
- 759638073220
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail204,331 miles (+16,251)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 204,331 miles
- Test number
- 525802133298
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail188,080 miles2 repaired1 advisory6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,080 miles
- Test number
- 659945504322
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres are perished with cracks in treads.
- NoteBoth rear tyres are perished.
- NoteFront registration plate is damaged but can still be read at 20mtrs,therefore is a pass.
- NoteOffside headlamp,dipped pattern is poor.
- NoteOffside rear tyre tread is worn almost smooth on both edges.
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass188,080 miles (+18,246)1 advisory6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 188,080 miles
- Test number
- 838265904353
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres are perished with cracks in treads.
- NoteBoth rear tyres are perished.
- NoteFront registration plate is damaged but can still be read at 20mtrs,therefore is a pass.
- NoteOffside headlamp,dipped pattern is poor.
- NoteOffside rear tyre tread is worn almost smooth on both edges.
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass169,834 miles1 advisory7 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 169,834 miles
- Test number
- 705265103344
- AdvisoryLower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBoth front tyres treads are worn smooth on inner edges,possibly tracking?
- NoteBoth rear tyres are slightly perished.
- NoteEngine sump is leaking.
- NoteExhaust silencer is corroded.
- NoteFront registration plate is slightly deteriorated.
- NoteOffside rear bumper end is missing.
- NoteOffside rear tyre tread is worn on inner edge.
Fail169,834 miles (+19,200)4 repaired1 advisory7 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,834 miles
- Test number
- 939425403360
- Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryLower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBoth front tyres treads are worn smooth on inner edges,possibly tracking?
- NoteBoth rear tyres are slightly perished.
- NoteEngine sump is leaking.
- NoteExhaust silencer is corroded.
- NoteFront registration plate is slightly deteriorated.
- NoteOffside rear bumper end is missing.
- NoteOffside rear tyre tread is worn on inner edge.
Pass150,634 miles3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 150,634 miles
- Test number
- 457184912391
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres,treads are worn smooth on inner edges,possibly tracking?
- NoteObstruction less than 40mm in offside windscreen swept area.
- NoteOffside rear tyre tread is worn smooth on inner edge.
Fail150,634 miles (+15,725)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,634 miles
- Test number
- 316034812350
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres,treads are worn smooth on inner edges,possibly tracking?
- NoteBoth wiper blades slightly loose on arms.
- NoteNearside rear tyre tread is worn smooth on inner edge.
- NoteObstruction less than 40mm in offside windscreen swept area.
Pass134,909 miles2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 134,909 miles
- Test number
- 447178801453
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine oil leak,possibly sump corroded through?
- NoteNearside front tyre tread is worn almost smooth on inner edge.
- NoteNearside rear tyre,is perished and tread is worn on both edges.
- NoteParking permit over 40mm in offside windscreen swept area.
Fail134,909 miles (+8,724)4 repaired2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,909 miles
- Test number
- 448388101371
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine oil leak,possibly sump corroded through?
- NoteNearside front tyre tread is worn almost smooth on inner edge.
- NoteNearside rear tyre,is perished and tread is worn on both edges.
- NoteParking permit over 40mm in offside windscreen swept area.
Pass126,185 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 126,185 miles
- Test number
- 761901000374
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail126,185 miles (+13,547)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,185 miles
- Test number
- 462711800447
- FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass112,638 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 112,638 miles
- Test number
- 131206599202
- NoteSpare wheel carrier faulty but spare wheel secured with cable ties
Fail112,638 miles (+3,341)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,638 miles
- Test number
- 844876699265
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureSpare wheel insecure (6.4.2)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail109,297 miles (+10,786)5 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,297 miles
- Test number
- 272710999464
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteMisting of oil around steering rack
- NoteSlight play in steering rack arms
Pass98,511 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 98,511 miles
- Test number
- 491565498272
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail98,511 miles (+23,808)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,511 miles
- Test number
- 592795298240
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass74,703 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 74,703 miles
- Test number
- 813627297267
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail74,703 miles (+29,354)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,703 miles
- Test number
- 992887697241
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass45,349 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 45,349 miles
- Test number
- 304279396249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LF52 EJL
- Does LF52 EJL currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LF52 EJL expired on 7 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LF52 EJL?
- The MOT on LF52 EJL expired on 7 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LF52 EJL done?
- LF52 EJL was recorded at 276,248 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 14,496 miles a year.
- Has LF52 EJL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF52 EJL has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
- Has the mileage on LF52 EJL 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 EJL find?
- LF52 EJL passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front inner sill holed outside area; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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