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Ford Transit

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

LS51 DVUMOT history

LS51 DVU is a silver diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 220,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LS51 DVU silver Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
220,853 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 DVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 DVU was last recorded at 220,853 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,425 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
428 miles
Average per year
5,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,853 miles
  • 2024 – 220,425 miles
  • 2023 – 219,033 miles
  • 2021 – 214,993 miles
  • 2020 – 214,969 miles
  • 2019 – 214,952 miles
  • 2018 – 213,732 miles
  • 2017 – 211,345 miles
  • 2016 – 207,256 miles
  • 2015 – 202,279 miles
  • 2014 – 197,096 miles
  • 2013 – 191,032 miles
  • 2012 – 184,424 miles
  • 2011 – 176,476 miles
  • 2010 – 165,195 miles
  • 2009 – 152,670 miles
  • 2007 – 131,673 miles
  • 2006 – 110,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,853 miles
  • AdvisoryBody not fully secure all round (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion all round (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,853 miles (+428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    220,853 miles
    Test number
    742435100242
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure all round (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion all round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass220,425 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    220,425 miles
    Test number
    998249140640
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail220,425 miles (+1,392)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,425 miles
    Test number
    891837243135
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass219,033 miles (+4,040)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    219,033 miles
    Test number
    194251863928
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass214,993 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    214,993 miles
    Test number
    837790056702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass214,969 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    214,969 miles
    Test number
    447268577868
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass214,952 miles (+1,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    214,952 miles
    Test number
    968740811884
    • AdvisoryCustomer presented documentation showing vehicle was re classed as motor home.

  8. Pass213,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    213,732 miles
    Test number
    809107973958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail213,722 miles (+2,377)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,722 miles
    Test number
    859432213702
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear holed n/s quarter (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass211,345 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    211,345 miles
    Test number
    102389328484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass207,256 miles (+4,977)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    207,256 miles
    Test number
    216427434371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass202,279 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    202,279 miles
    Test number
    277408615419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass197,096 miles (+6,064)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    197,096 miles
    Test number
    735201824130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass191,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    191,032 miles
    Test number
    256614193027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail191,032 miles (+6,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,032 miles
    Test number
    907634293009
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  16. Pass184,424 miles (+7,948)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    184,424 miles
    Test number
    979686392018
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  17. Pass176,476 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    176,476 miles
    Test number
    439678891056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail176,440 miles (+11,245)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,440 miles
    Test number
    678007991041
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass165,195 miles (+12,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    165,195 miles
    Test number
    264692580035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass152,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    152,670 miles
    Test number
    280673719102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail152,670 miles (+20,997)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,670 miles
    Test number
    102732919101
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass131,673 miles (+20,723)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    131,673 miles
    Test number
    481047947431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,950 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    110,950 miles
    Test number
    314269446335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LS51 DVU

Does LS51 DVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 DVU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS51 DVU?
The MOT on LS51 DVU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 DVU done?
LS51 DVU was recorded at 220,853 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 5,818 miles a year.
Has LS51 DVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 DVU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 DVU 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 LS51 DVU find?
LS51 DVU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: body not fully secure all round; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion all round.

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