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Ford Transit

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,198 cc

LS09 MLVMOT history

LS09 MLV is a silver diesel Ford Transit first used on 18 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 288,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LS09 MLV silver Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
288,400 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
16,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 MLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 MLV was last recorded at 288,400 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 9,971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
278,429 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,971 miles
Average per year
16,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 288,400 miles
  • 2025 – 278,429 miles
  • 2024 – 273,004 miles
  • 2023 – 266,558 miles
  • 2022 – 251,965 miles
  • 2020 – 228,366 miles
  • 2019 – 220,731 miles
  • 2018 – 207,563 miles
  • 2017 – 167,831 miles
  • 2016 – 137,942 miles
  • 2015 – 110,293 miles
  • 2014 – 75,269 miles
  • 2013 – 63,946 miles
  • 2012 – 56,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass288,400 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACKED ALONG BOTTOM (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCOMPLETE UNDERSIDE SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass288,400 miles (+9,971)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    288,400 miles
    Test number
    422116884408
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACKED ALONG BOTTOM (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCOMPLETE UNDERSIDE SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass278,429 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    278,429 miles
    Test number
    474656615343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail278,416 miles (+5,412)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,416 miles
    Test number
    763482221261
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass273,004 miles (+762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    273,004 miles
    Test number
    342664610671
    • AdvisoryUnder body / suspension covered in protective under seal
  5. Fail272,242 miles (+5,684)11 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,242 miles
    Test number
    354012192908
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended 3rd row (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor and chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s sliding door incomplete and cannot be readily opened from inside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded
  6. Pass266,558 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    266,558 miles
    Test number
    536348406494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light
  7. Fail266,553 miles (+14,588)4 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,553 miles
    Test number
    172185489658
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill/ step x2 (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light
  8. Pass251,965 miles (+21)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    251,965 miles
    Test number
    222126644605
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail251,944 miles (+23,578)8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,944 miles
    Test number
    811724638028
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • 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 outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass228,366 miles (+7,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    228,366 miles
    Test number
    770761030357
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass220,731 miles (+13,168)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    220,731 miles
    Test number
    833732241766
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (nearside and offside) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass207,563 miles (+14,064)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    207,563 miles
    Test number
    935208117877
    • AdvisoryFront offside and nearside tyres worn on shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fuel hose corroded (OUTER) filler pipe (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (REAR) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass193,499 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    193,499 miles
    Test number
    215330692748
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has nail in it (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack/pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill has slight damage
  14. Fail193,499 miles (+25,668)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,499 miles
    Test number
    822849193442
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has nail in it (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack/pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front sill has slight damage
  15. Pass167,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,831 miles
    Test number
    719911932488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail167,831 miles (+29,889)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,831 miles
    Test number
    550165440211
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
  17. Pass137,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,942 miles
    Test number
    679376833125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail137,942 miles (+27,649)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,942 miles
    Test number
    554568855555
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Fuel hose leaking fuel tank (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass110,293 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    339803575177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished
  20. Fail110,293 miles (+35,024)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    917283375153
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished
  21. Pass75,269 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    417201774159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,111 miles (+7,165)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,111 miles
    Test number
    828894014004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,946 miles (+1,214)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,946 miles
    Test number
    287608193484
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  24. Pass62,732 miles (+6,451)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,732 miles
    Test number
    657837053114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,281 miles
    Test number
    499274072145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 MLV

Does LS09 MLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 MLV is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 MLV?
The MOT on LS09 MLV is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 MLV done?
LS09 MLV was recorded at 288,400 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 16,530 miles a year.
Has LS09 MLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 MLV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 MLV 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 LS09 MLV find?
LS09 MLV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked along bottom; complete underside showing signs of surface corrosion; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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