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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LR08 VKFMOT history

LR08 VKF is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 249,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

LR08 VKF 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 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
249,921 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
18,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VKF
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
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VKF was last recorded at 249,921 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 13,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,534 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
13,387 miles
Average per year
18,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 249,921 miles
  • 2020 – 236,534 miles
  • 2019 – 224,911 miles
  • 2018 – 208,965 miles
  • 2017 – 184,636 miles
  • 2016 – 157,814 miles
  • 2015 – 139,282 miles
  • 2014 – 118,022 miles
  • 2013 – 91,596 miles
  • 2012 – 69,388 miles
  • 2011 – 50,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,921 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Gearbox mounting defective Bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides slightly deteriorated/misted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,921 miles (+13,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    249,921 miles
    Test number
    472423044590
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass236,534 miles (+2)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    236,534 miles
    Test number
    824617096319
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides slightly deteriorated/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail236,532 miles (+11,621)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,532 miles
    Test number
    712753876480
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides slightly deteriorated/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass224,911 miles (+15,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    224,911 miles
    Test number
    194287178469
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  5. Pass208,965 miles (+24,329)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    208,965 miles
    Test number
    185898879890
    • AdvisoryClutch and pedal rubbers worn
    • AdvisoryEarly corrosion to both inner sills at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Possible early signs of wheel bearing noise
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both alongside tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)
  6. Pass184,636 miles (+26,822)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    184,636 miles
    Test number
    237475171984
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn on corner
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Possible early signs of roughness in wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Along fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre - perished inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake drums showing some ovality during roller brake test
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside inner steering joint
  7. Pass157,814 miles (+242)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    157,814 miles
    Test number
    410158116108
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDiesel dampness around injector area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside front tyres both perished on inner sidewalls
    • AdvisorySlight ovality in rear brakes during roller brake test
    • AdvisorySlight tightness in rear wheels when turned by hand
  8. Fail157,572 miles (+18,290)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,572 miles
    Test number
    181416320437
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDiesel dampness around injector area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside front tyres both perished on inner sidewalls
    • AdvisorySlight ovality in rear brakes during roller brake test
    • AdvisorySlight tightness in rear wheels when turned by hand
  9. Pass139,282 miles (+21,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    139,282 miles
    Test number
    277215365037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass118,022 miles (+26,426)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    118,022 miles
    Test number
    549282374073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,596 miles (+22,208)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,596 miles
    Test number
    418294163015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNSF and OSF shock aborbers has slight play in them
  12. Pass69,388 miles (+18,608)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,388 miles
    Test number
    175522772008
    • NoteRear leaf springs close to bump stops
  13. Pass50,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,780 miles
    Test number
    105670581089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VKF

Does LR08 VKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VKF expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VKF?
The MOT on LR08 VKF expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VKF done?
LR08 VKF was recorded at 249,921 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 18,262 miles a year.
Has LR08 VKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VKF has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LR08 VKF 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 VKF find?
LR08 VKF passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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