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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,402 cc

LS54 VZLMOT history

LS54 VZL is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

LS54 VZL blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
111,382 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 VZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 VZL was last recorded at 111,382 miles on 9 May 2025, 7,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jul 2021: 103,385 miles, lower than 105,686 miles on 27 Jul 2020.

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
103,385 miles · 27 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
7,997 miles
Average per year
4,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,382 miles
  • 2021 – 103,385 miles
  • 2020 – 105,686 miles
  • 2019 – 99,758 miles
  • 2018 – 95,060 miles
  • 2017 – 89,392 miles
  • 2016 – 82,356 miles
  • 2015 – 75,788 miles
  • 2014 – 75,021 miles
  • 2013 – 63,973 miles
  • 2012 – 53,735 miles
  • 2011 – 43,233 miles
  • 2010 – 39,415 miles
  • 2009 – 35,763 miles
  • 2008 – 28,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,382 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,382 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    908752027732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,382 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    376009869538
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    751286236183
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer sills corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Spring corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    627804566972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read3 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968069979265
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis under brake servo (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass103,385 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,385 miles
    Test number
    975335652191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area below airbox (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail103,385 miles (-2,301)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,385 miles
    Test number
    860037938350
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area below airbox (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,686 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,686 miles
    Test number
    853861469011
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail105,673 miles (+5,915)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,673 miles
    Test number
    655778064019
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass99,758 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    99,758 miles
    Test number
    933260409888
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail99,724 miles (+4,664)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,724 miles
    Test number
    174858477700
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass95,060 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,060 miles
    Test number
    854413173800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both front inner wings (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both rear chassis rails (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEnd float in both rear hubs

  13. Fail95,055 miles (+5,663)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,055 miles
    Test number
    977559832962
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both front inner wings (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both rear chassis rails (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEnd float in both rear hubs

  14. Pass89,392 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,392 miles
    Test number
    755128228219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside front inner wing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front inner sill

  15. Fail89,351 miles (+6,995)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,351 miles
    Test number
    654771364339
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside front inner wing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front inner sill

  16. Pass82,356 miles (+6,568)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,356 miles
    Test number
    889527203118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in offside front inner sill, outside 30cm of seatbelt mount
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox area

  17. Pass75,788 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    908772745067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass75,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,021 miles
    Test number
    225278934075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,021 miles (+11,048)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,021 miles
    Test number
    637357534083
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass63,973 miles (+10,238)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,973 miles
    Test number
    189514723479
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFlakey corrosion on outer silss n/side and o/side
    • NoteHorn slightly harsh
    • NoteSlight uneven rear footbrake application

  21. Pass53,735 miles (+10,502)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    578915022029
    • NoteChips on windscreen
    • NoteRear boot area cocered with ply /lining
    • NoteSlight uneven rear foot brake application

  22. Pass43,233 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,233 miles
    Test number
    996476021079
    • NoteBrake discs corroded n/s/f o/s/f

  23. Fail43,233 miles (+3,818)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,233 miles
    Test number
    467756621028
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded n/s/f o/s/f

  24. Pass39,415 miles (+3,652)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    481141740046
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front suspension componets

  25. Pass35,763 miles (+7,710)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,763 miles
    Test number
    712576539070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,053 miles
    Test number
    414724328070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 VZL

Does LS54 VZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 VZL expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 VZL?
The MOT on LS54 VZL expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 VZL done?
LS54 VZL was recorded at 111,382 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 4,820 miles a year.
Has LS54 VZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 VZL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS54 VZL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS54 VZL find?
LS54 VZL passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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