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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LM54 AVJMOT history

LM54 AVJ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LM54 AVJ white 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 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
146,260 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 AVJ was last recorded at 146,260 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 7,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,628 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,632 miles
Average per year
5,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,260 miles
  • 2025 – 138,628 miles
  • 2024 – 131,862 miles
  • 2023 – 128,688 miles
  • 2022 – 127,388 miles
  • 2021 – 103,084 miles
  • 2020 – 101,404 miles
  • 2019 – 99,195 miles
  • 2018 – 96,824 miles
  • 2017 – 94,024 miles
  • 2015 – 90,337 miles
  • 2014 – 86,305 miles
  • 2013 – 83,333 miles
  • 2012 – 79,483 miles
  • 2011 – 74,701 miles
  • 2010 – 69,083 miles
  • 2009 – 64,194 miles
  • 2008 – 49,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,260 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Both headlamps cloudy/faded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,260 miles (+7,632)3 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,260 miles
    Test number
    951261043289
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,628 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,628 miles
    Test number
    233425641428
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,628 miles (+6,766)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,628 miles
    Test number
    316034666427
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also perished 195/65R15 95H (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,862 miles (+3,174)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,862 miles
    Test number
    901169609702
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,688 miles (+1,300)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    128,688 miles
    Test number
    881908305426
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass127,388 miles (+16)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    127,388 miles
    Test number
    683330038615
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps cloudy/faded
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filler pipe
    • AdvisoryDampness around steering rack
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All - sidewalls age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail127,372 miles (+24,288)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,372 miles
    Test number
    438428701483
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps cloudy/faded
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filler pipe
    • AdvisoryDampness around steering rack
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All - sidewalls age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass103,084 miles (+24)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,084 miles
    Test number
    187728999211
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps cloudy/faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively On limit (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Close to limit (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All age cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail103,060 miles (+1,656)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,060 miles
    Test number
    589291638281
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps cloudy/faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All age cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass101,404 miles (+2,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,404 miles
    Test number
    205724351782
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S Front lower ball-joint boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe has a slight leak at joint
    • AdvisoryRear of O/S sill corroded

  11. Pass99,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    193887527747
    • AdvisorySlight leak,power steering pipe joint

  12. Fail99,195 miles (+2,371)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    948085527842
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight leak,power steering pipe joint

  13. Pass96,824 miles (+2,800)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,824 miles
    Test number
    525112783215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,024 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,024 miles
    Test number
    365077961309
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S front tyres starting to perish

  15. Fail94,018 miles (+3,681)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,018 miles
    Test number
    345609688308
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking Steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S front tyres starting to perish

  16. Pass90,337 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,337 miles
    Test number
    421139525482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail90,336 miles (+1,515)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,336 miles
    Test number
    196926638419
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass88,821 miles (+2,516)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,821 miles
    Test number
    958007615045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,305 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    425460334070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

  20. Pass86,305 miles (+2,972)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    707180234091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,333 miles (+3,850)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,333 miles
    Test number
    917434423069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn from inner tread shoulder

  22. Pass79,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,483 miles
    Test number
    156627022496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail79,483 miles (+4,782)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,483 miles
    Test number
    598246322056
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass74,701 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,701 miles
    Test number
    289706721095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,083 miles (+4,889)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    452873410080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,194 miles (+14,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,194 miles
    Test number
    572186829093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,694 miles
    Test number
    300051938007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 AVJ

Does LM54 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AVJ expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AVJ?
The MOT on LM54 AVJ expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AVJ done?
LM54 AVJ was recorded at 146,260 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,317 miles a year.
Has LM54 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AVJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 AVJ 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 LM54 AVJ find?
LM54 AVJ failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 13 more.

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