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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,753 cc

LS55 MBOMOT history

LS55 MBO is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 146,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

LS55 MBO blue Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2022
Mileage
146,662 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 MBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS55 MBO was last recorded at 146,662 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 5,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,689 miles · 16 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,973 miles
Average per year
6,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,662 miles
  • 2021 – 140,689 miles
  • 2020 – 133,872 miles
  • 2019 – 127,931 miles
  • 2017 – 118,620 miles
  • 2016 – 111,675 miles
  • 2015 – 105,752 miles
  • 2014 – 100,359 miles
  • 2013 – 94,006 miles
  • 2012 – 88,699 miles
  • 2011 – 81,991 miles
  • 2010 – 75,484 miles
  • 2009 – 66,749 miles
  • 2008 – 55,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,662 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,662 miles (+5,973)2 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,662 miles
    Test number
    620792576662
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,689 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,689 miles
    Test number
    411359389432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,632 miles (+6,760)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,632 miles
    Test number
    725420296131
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,872 miles (+5,941)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,872 miles
    Test number
    945549775254
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  5. Pass127,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,931 miles
    Test number
    246535475708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    482924273627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security skin sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass118,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    379808409064
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill corroded to wards the rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip worn

  8. Fail118,620 miles (+6,945)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    677908282678
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill corroded to wards the rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip worn

  9. Pass111,675 miles (+5,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,675 miles
    Test number
    896581617513
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass105,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,752 miles
    Test number
    298333541855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail105,752 miles (+5,393)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,752 miles
    Test number
    824397257221
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass100,359 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,359 miles
    Test number
    169091124326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail100,356 miles (+6,350)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,356 miles
    Test number
    686079514363
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass94,006 miles (+16)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    94,006 miles
    Test number
    129337913312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteNearside front inner cv boot torn slightly

  15. Fail93,990 miles (+5,291)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    406406013376
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteNearside front inner cv boot torn slightly

  16. Pass88,699 miles (+6,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    88,699 miles
    Test number
    368349282478
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass81,991 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    81,991 miles
    Test number
    736824591236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,990 miles (+6,506)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,990 miles
    Test number
    989603891209
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass75,484 miles (+8,735)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,484 miles
    Test number
    463629480231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,749 miles (+10,804)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,749 miles
    Test number
    641679199233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,945 miles
    Test number
    453257118411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 MBO

Does LS55 MBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 MBO expired on 16 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 MBO?
The MOT on LS55 MBO expired on 16 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 MBO done?
LS55 MBO was recorded at 146,662 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 6,379 miles a year.
Has LS55 MBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 MBO has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 MBO 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 LS55 MBO find?
LS55 MBO failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 10 more.

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