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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LM04 YYSMOT history

LM04 YYS is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 19 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 156,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LM04 YYS blue 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 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
156,931 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM04 YYS was last recorded at 156,931 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 8,843 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,088 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,843 miles
Average per year
5,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,931 miles
  • 2024 – 148,088 miles
  • 2023 – 141,665 miles
  • 2021 – 141,581 miles
  • 2019 – 137,690 miles
  • 2018 – 132,741 miles
  • 2017 – 127,279 miles
  • 2016 – 123,833 miles
  • 2015 – 107,202 miles
  • 2013 – 99,549 miles
  • 2012 – 94,980 miles
  • 2011 – 89,680 miles
  • 2010 – 84,363 miles
  • 2009 – 76,098 miles
  • 2008 – 65,116 miles
  • 2007 – 48,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousFront Macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached both sides top shock absorbers mounting damaged and excessively play in it (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both sides front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides also corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Coil spring worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    735641072908
    • DangerousFront Macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached both sides top shock absorbers mounting damaged and excessively play in it (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both sides front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides also corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,931 miles (+8,843)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    156,931 miles
    Test number
    855102244575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,088 miles (+6,423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    148,088 miles
    Test number
    366230786807
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass141,665 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,665 miles
    Test number
    860822303912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  5. Fail141,640 miles (+37)3 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,640 miles
    Test number
    523851822059
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail141,603 miles (+22)1 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,603 miles
    Test number
    684198247494
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear ANTI ROLL BAR MISSING

  7. Pass141,581 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,581 miles
    Test number
    825257089440
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail141,581 miles1 dangerous4 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,581 miles
    Test number
    920559940418
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    204398064259
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear metal brake pipe slightly correded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s front wheel outter rim slight dent
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear metal brake pipe slightly correded
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing

  10. Pass137,690 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,690 miles
    Test number
    385555433782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  11. Fail137,684 miles (+4,943)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,684 miles
    Test number
    519814559825
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body has an unsafe modification Bumper sharp edge. (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side mirror tapped up.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear (1.1.15 (a))

  12. Pass132,741 miles (+5,462)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    736800131108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,279 miles
    Test number
    676743587126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Fail127,279 miles (+3,446)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,279 miles
    Test number
    584379359058
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass123,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,833 miles
    Test number
    974805929904
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT AND NEARSIDE REAR TYRES LOW
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Fail123,833 miles (+5,996)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,833 miles
    Test number
    173462490901
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT AND NEARSIDE REAR TYRES LOW
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass117,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,837 miles
    Test number
    511138560987
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryH/ brake cable damaged n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail117,837 miles (+10,635)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,837 miles
    Test number
    257667244586
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryH/ brake cable damaged n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass107,202 miles (+7,653)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,202 miles
    Test number
    447698905060
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective

  20. Pass99,549 miles (+4,569)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    368808543221
    • NoteBattery strap badly frayed
    • NoteCentre exhaust badly corroded and starting to blow (temp repair)

  21. Pass94,980 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,980 miles
    Test number
    245539822228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail94,980 miles (+5,300)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,980 miles
    Test number
    448139822201
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass89,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    696527111211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,578 miles (+5,215)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    349547911249
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass84,363 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    371620950449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,300 miles (+8,202)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,300 miles
    Test number
    331309630400
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass76,098 miles (+10,982)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,098 miles
    Test number
    161992239220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,116 miles (+16,606)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,116 miles
    Test number
    421561038271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,510 miles
    Test number
    734804707273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YYS

Does LM04 YYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 YYS expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YYS?
The MOT on LM04 YYS expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 YYS done?
LM04 YYS was recorded at 156,931 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 5,958 miles a year.
Has LM04 YYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YYS has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM04 YYS 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 LM04 YYS find?
LM04 YYS failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: front macpherson strut pin or bush likely to become detached both sides top shock absorbers mounting damaged and excessively play in it; front coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides; front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides, and 8 more.

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