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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LR08 VMLMOT history

LR08 VML is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LR08 VML white 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 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,109 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VML was last recorded at 115,109 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,114 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,995 miles
Average per year
5,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,109 miles
  • 2025 – 113,114 miles
  • 2023 – 112,137 miles
  • 2022 – 110,091 miles
  • 2021 – 108,783 miles
  • 2020 – 106,784 miles
  • 2019 – 105,224 miles
  • 2018 – 103,750 miles
  • 2017 – 101,641 miles
  • 2016 – 99,585 miles
  • 2015 – 95,203 miles
  • 2014 – 85,142 miles
  • 2013 – 75,913 miles
  • 2012 – 53,377 miles
  • 2011 – 40,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,109 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers juddering, not always parking in correct position (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing more on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • AUX noise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,109 miles (+1,995)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,109 miles
    Test number
    627436306342
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers juddering, not always parking in correct position (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing more on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass113,114 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,114 miles
    Test number
    863270114741
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers juddering, not always parking in down position (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracks (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail113,114 miles (+977)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,114 miles
    Test number
    414676281447
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers juddering, not always parking in down position (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracks (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass112,137 miles (+2,046)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    238778387869
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective juddering, not always stopping in correct place (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracks (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass110,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,091 miles
    Test number
    601004379206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail110,091 miles (+1,308)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,091 miles
    Test number
    308726399399
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65 R15 95T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass108,783 miles (+1,999)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,783 miles
    Test number
    682449306273
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass106,784 miles (+1,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,784 miles
    Test number
    302561126097
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass105,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,224 miles
    Test number
    207424682577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,224 miles (+1,474)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,224 miles
    Test number
    354442696454
    • MajorFront Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  11. Pass103,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,750 miles
    Test number
    834360739465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,750 miles (+2,109)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,750 miles
    Test number
    145613835475
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp lenses damaged

  13. Pass101,641 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,641 miles
    Test number
    597448844595
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass99,585 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,585 miles
    Test number
    585424194499
    • AdvisoryAUX noise

  15. Fail99,581 miles (+4,378)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,581 miles
    Test number
    663277771848
    • FailureFuel system component leaking From engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAUX noise
    • AdvisoryNSR bumper end cap missing

  16. Pass95,203 miles (+10,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    95,203 miles
    Test number
    734992412810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass85,142 miles (+9,229)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,142 miles
    Test number
    529161854386
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edge

  18. Pass75,913 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,913 miles
    Test number
    226837043362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail75,913 miles (+10,261)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,913 miles
    Test number
    798787743341
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,652 miles (+12,275)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,652 miles
    Test number
    838707753064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCooling radiator damaged and slight leak

  21. Pass53,377 miles (+12,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,377 miles
    Test number
    548242962022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass40,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,981 miles
    Test number
    836499381069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,981 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,981 miles
    Test number
    519359481034
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LR08 VML

Does LR08 VML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VML is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VML?
The MOT on LR08 VML is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 VML done?
LR08 VML was recorded at 115,109 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 5,005 miles a year.
Has LR08 VML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VML has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 VML 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 VML find?
LR08 VML passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen wiper blade defective wipers juddering, not always parking in correct position; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing more on inner shoulder, and 3 more.

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