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Ford Transit

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

LR08 VEFMOT history

LR08 VEF is a silver diesel Ford Transit first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 127,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

LR08 VEF silver Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
127,517 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VEF was last recorded at 127,517 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,515 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,517 miles
  • 2025 – 113,919 miles
  • 2024 – 113,885 miles
  • 2023 – 109,293 miles
  • 2022 – 106,348 miles
  • 2021 – 102,335 miles
  • 2020 – 89,213 miles
  • 2019 – 70,697 miles
  • 2018 – 56,784 miles
  • 2017 – 40,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,517 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central rear brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 10 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,517 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    127,517 miles
    Test number
    166424055045
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central rear brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail127,515 miles (+13,596)4 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    443819430358
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake line burst (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central rear brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass113,919 miles (+34)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,919 miles
    Test number
    622985825236
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer & inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,885 miles (+4,592)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,885 miles
    Test number
    414647936338
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both front door steps (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  5. Pass109,293 miles (+2,945)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    109,293 miles
    Test number
    127884642431
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad low warning light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm & Very worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicle.

  6. Pass106,348 miles (+4,013)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,348 miles
    Test number
    931539231172
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets slightly misaligned
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminates on dash

  7. Pass102,335 miles (+13,122)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    102,335 miles
    Test number
    786614284402
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,213 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,213 miles
    Test number
    425607044422
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail89,213 miles (+18,516)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,213 miles
    Test number
    817121364049
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,697 miles (+13,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    952863191556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,784 miles (+16,411)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,784 miles
    Test number
    824963826510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,373 miles
    Test number
    397212854919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VEF

Does LR08 VEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VEF is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VEF?
The MOT on LR08 VEF is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 VEF done?
LR08 VEF was recorded at 127,517 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 9,919 miles a year.
Has LR08 VEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VEF has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 VEF 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 LR08 VEF find?
LR08 VEF passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d-bush; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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