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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,402 cc

LS08 XAYMOT history

LS08 XAY is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 188,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

LS08 XAY white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2025
Mileage
188,366 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
12,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 XAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS08 XAY was last recorded at 188,366 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2022: 184,673 miles, lower than 189,616 miles on 11 Jan 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
188,312 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
12,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,366 miles
  • 2024 – 188,312 miles
  • 2023 – 187,623 miles
  • 2022 – 184,673 miles
  • 2021 – 181,026 miles
  • 2020 – 175,751 miles
  • 2019 – 165,417 miles
  • 2018 – 152,669 miles
  • 2017 – 131,578 miles
  • 2016 – 114,130 miles
  • 2015 – 91,690 miles
  • 2014 – 73,158 miles
  • 2013 – 48,465 miles
  • 2012 – 31,188 miles
  • 2011 – 17,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,366 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Wear indercator on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,366 miles (+54)16 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,366 miles
    Test number
    255304217191
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight (5.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,312 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    188,312 miles
    Test number
    491888898410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWear indercator on

  3. Fail188,299 miles (+676)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,299 miles
    Test number
    741609436437
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded side to side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWear indercator on

  4. Pass187,623 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,623 miles
    Test number
    247333981600
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail187,610 miles (+2,937)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,610 miles
    Test number
    392152060459
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass184,673 miles (-4,943)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,673 miles
    Test number
    752066530723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail189,616 miles (+8,590)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,616 miles
    Test number
    453547325116
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass181,026 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    181,026 miles
    Test number
    476194070396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass175,751 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,751 miles
    Test number
    190889907081
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  10. Fail175,736 miles (+10,319)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    769017858779
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded centre to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  11. Pass165,417 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    165,417 miles
    Test number
    495356199287
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail165,413 miles (+12,744)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,413 miles
    Test number
    885560633569
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass152,669 miles (+21,091)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    152,669 miles
    Test number
    752734436979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass131,578 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    131,578 miles
    Test number
    560130730933
    • AdvisoryHand brake at 16%
    • AdvisoryStone chips in front wind screen
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in ns outer sill

  15. Fail131,576 miles (+17,446)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,576 miles
    Test number
    832261702445
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working ns (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working os (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHand brake at 16%
    • AdvisoryStone chips in front wind screen
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in ns outer sill

  16. Pass114,130 miles (+22,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,130 miles
    Test number
    173287561431
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake only just met required braking effort of 16%

  17. Fail91,690 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,690 miles
    Test number
    129881125483
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass91,690 miles (+18,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,690 miles
    Test number
    706721225022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass73,158 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,158 miles
    Test number
    585061224052
    • NoteRear gearbox prop coupling bolt missing

  20. Fail73,158 miles (+24,693)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,158 miles
    Test number
    996301724007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear gearbox prop coupling bolt missing

  21. Pass48,465 miles (+17,277)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,465 miles
    Test number
    889439923065
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight brake discs wear

  22. Pass31,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,188 miles
    Test number
    339610762061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,188 miles (+13,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,188 miles
    Test number
    705298552005
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  24. Pass17,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,704 miles
    Test number
    148274571003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail17,704 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,704 miles
    Test number
    169614571424
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LS08 XAY

Does LS08 XAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 XAY expired on 23 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 XAY?
The MOT on LS08 XAY expired on 23 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 XAY done?
LS08 XAY was recorded at 188,366 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 12,004 miles a year.
Has LS08 XAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 XAY has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS08 XAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS08 XAY find?
LS08 XAY failed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 16 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy; brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both, and 21 more.

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