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Ford Transit

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

LS08 BYXMOT history

LS08 BYX is a green diesel Ford Transit first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 180,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LS08 BYX green Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
180,541 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 BYX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 BYX was last recorded at 180,541 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,539 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,541 miles
  • 2024 – 170,758 miles
  • 2023 – 162,349 miles
  • 2022 – 153,421 miles
  • 2021 – 138,147 miles
  • 2020 – 127,734 miles
  • 2019 – 116,628 miles
  • 2018 – 106,985 miles
  • 2017 – 98,929 miles
  • 2016 – 85,586 miles
  • 2015 – 66,663 miles
  • 2014 – 45,142 miles
  • 2013 – 22,660 miles
  • 2012 – 20,823 miles
  • 2011 – 14,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,541 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,541 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    180,541 miles
    Test number
    293819125787
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,539 miles (+9,781)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,539 miles
    Test number
    620908271517
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective NO AIM PROJECTED (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2 PATCHES ON INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR QUATER INNER (30CM REAR SPRING EYE) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective NO AIM PROJECTED (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR QUATER INNER (30CM REAR SPRING EYE) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass170,758 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    170,758 miles
    Test number
    943214495294
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps poor pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail170,757 miles (+8,408)1 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,757 miles
    Test number
    591741245217
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps poor pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass162,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,349 miles
    Test number
    155061907123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower outer seal corroded

  6. Fail162,349 miles (+8,928)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,349 miles
    Test number
    903727847641
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to bulb inop (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower outer seal corroded

  7. Pass153,421 miles (+15,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    153,421 miles
    Test number
    316352044516
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass138,147 miles (+10,413)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    138,147 miles
    Test number
    571862346585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,734 miles (+11,106)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,734 miles
    Test number
    471501026251
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  10. Pass116,628 miles (+9,643)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,628 miles
    Test number
    385719065202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar D-bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryWipers smear slightly

  11. Pass106,985 miles (+8,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,985 miles
    Test number
    987505679712
    • AdvisoryBoth outer driveshaft gaiters deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower ball joint worn.

  12. Pass98,929 miles (+13,343)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    853563659000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,586 miles (+18,923)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    394332008747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,663 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    267976035090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail66,663 miles (+21,521)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    999136535026
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass45,142 miles (+22,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,142 miles
    Test number
    126479254068
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass22,660 miles (+1,837)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    22,660 miles
    Test number
    615919333066
    • NoteN/s headlamp dip beam flickered when tapped (poss loose conection) but working at time of test.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slight damage to outerwall of tyre

  18. Pass20,823 miles (+6,796)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,823 miles
    Test number
    416071982053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  19. Pass14,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,027 miles
    Test number
    248559661091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,027 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,027 miles
    Test number
    849699661064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LS08 BYX

Does LS08 BYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 BYX is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 BYX?
The MOT on LS08 BYX is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 BYX done?
LS08 BYX was recorded at 180,541 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 11,066 miles a year.
Has LS08 BYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 BYX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 BYX 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 LS08 BYX find?
LS08 BYX passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill; offside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill.

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