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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LR08 VHXMOT history

LR08 VHX is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LR08 VHX blue 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,361 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VHX was last recorded at 106,361 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 3,344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,017 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,344 miles
Average per year
6,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,361 miles
  • 2025 – 103,017 miles
  • 2024 – 102,219 miles
  • 2023 – 97,747 miles
  • 2022 – 91,287 miles
  • 2021 – 83,903 miles
  • 2020 – 83,901 miles
  • 2019 – 82,542 miles
  • 2018 – 81,540 miles
  • 2017 – 78,273 miles
  • 2016 – 71,645 miles
  • 2015 – 59,516 miles
  • 2014 – 45,255 miles
  • 2013 – 28,903 miles
  • 2012 – 14,897 miles
  • 2011 – 1,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,361 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,361 miles (+3,344)5 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,361 miles
    Test number
    390712743246
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,017 miles (+798)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    521355141829
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,219 miles (+4,472)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    462797392348
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass97,747 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,747 miles
    Test number
    739577064967
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail97,747 miles (+6,460)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,747 miles
    Test number
    926450583169
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass91,287 miles (+7,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    91,287 miles
    Test number
    111698416782
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,903 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    716008082873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,901 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    83,901 miles
    Test number
    657512097264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,542 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    678537821630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,540 miles (+3,267)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,540 miles
    Test number
    236511889467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,273 miles (+6,628)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,273 miles
    Test number
    752291933191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,645 miles (+12,129)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,645 miles
    Test number
    202185012140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,516 miles (+14,261)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,516 miles
    Test number
    446798205119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,255 miles (+16,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,255 miles
    Test number
    355920304102
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass28,903 miles (+14,006)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,903 miles
    Test number
    798230403150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail14,897 miles1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,897 miles
    Test number
    287681012489
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge of tread
    • NoteOffside blind spot mirror glass damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge of tread
    • NoteSigns of diesel leak from around the fuel tank

  17. Pass14,897 miles (+12,904)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    14,897 miles
    Test number
    477551612185
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge of tread
    • NoteOffside blind spot mirror glass damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge of tread
    • NoteSigns of diesel leak from around the fuel tank

  18. Fail1,993 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,993 miles
    Test number
    537543001170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront side and dip beam shows slightly blue
    • NoteOil leak from oil filter housing

  19. Pass1,993 miles (+64)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    1,993 miles
    Test number
    556383201148
    • NoteFront side and dip beam shows slightly blue
    • NoteOil leak from oil filter housing

  20. Pass1,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    1,929 miles
    Test number
    826513771055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VHX

Does LR08 VHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VHX is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VHX?
The MOT on LR08 VHX is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 VHX done?
LR08 VHX was recorded at 106,361 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 6,809 miles a year.
Has LR08 VHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VHX has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 VHX 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 VHX find?
LR08 VHX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 5 minor defects: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 2 more.

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