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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,753 cc

LS55 MHEMOT history

LS55 MHE is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LS55 MHE blue Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
195,092 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 MHE
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
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 MHE was last recorded at 195,092 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,556 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,536 miles
Average per year
4,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,092 miles
  • 2025 – 193,556 miles
  • 2023 – 183,184 miles
  • 2022 – 177,183 miles
  • 2021 – 175,188 miles
  • 2019 – 172,857 miles
  • 2018 – 171,305 miles
  • 2016 – 167,954 miles
  • 2015 – 164,338 miles
  • 2014 – 156,458 miles
  • 2013 – 149,632 miles
  • 2012 – 143,920 miles
  • 2011 – 138,280 miles
  • 2010 – 132,544 miles
  • 2009 – 126,123 miles
  • 2008 – 120,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,092 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring corroded

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front lamps oxidized

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked not affecting drivers view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,092 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    195,092 miles
    Test number
    331145105739
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring corroded

  2. Fail195,092 miles (+1,536)1 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,092 miles
    Test number
    163831811833
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring corroded

  3. Pass193,556 miles (+10,372)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    193,556 miles
    Test number
    760237076480
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass183,184 miles (+133)6 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    183,184 miles
    Test number
    429202824122
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front lamps oxidized (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rigid part of flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Stem cut (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail183,051 miles (+5,868)7 major6 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,051 miles
    Test number
    506392359411
    • MajorAll position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All sidelights operate when footbrake is depressed (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lights come on and stay on when side and dip beam is switched on (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front lamps oxidized (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rigid part of flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cut (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass177,183 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    177,183 miles
    Test number
    402801042995
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail177,182 miles (+1,994)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,182 miles
    Test number
    806455403513
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass175,188 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,188 miles
    Test number
    379970164600
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all-over corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail175,186 miles (+2)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,186 miles
    Test number
    506305157822
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail175,184 miles (+2,327)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,184 miles
    Test number
    819284120117
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass172,857 miles (+1,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    172,857 miles
    Test number
    130294785427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass171,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    171,305 miles
    Test number
    483207881768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail171,305 miles (+3,351)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,305 miles
    Test number
    479406883119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass167,954 miles (+3,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    167,954 miles
    Test number
    876636070898
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass164,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    164,338 miles
    Test number
    133821881117
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes dirty unable to fully check

  16. Fail164,334 miles (+7,876)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,334 miles
    Test number
    650795910396
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes dirty unable to fully check

  17. Pass156,458 miles (+6,826)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    156,458 miles
    Test number
    209124644370
    • NoteExhaust rubber mounting missing
    • NoteExhaust systerm corroded and in poor condition

  18. Pass149,632 miles (+5,712)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    149,632 miles
    Test number
    269861033370
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brakes sticking on slightly

  19. Pass143,920 miles (+5,640)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    143,920 miles
    Test number
    115957842301
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass138,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    138,280 miles
    Test number
    375096441357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail138,280 miles (+5,736)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,280 miles
    Test number
    455186541320
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass132,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    132,544 miles
    Test number
    242944740383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail132,543 miles (+6,420)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,543 miles
    Test number
    423334440441
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass126,123 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    126,123 miles
    Test number
    192383149329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass120,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    120,510 miles
    Test number
    513846348323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 MHE

Does LS55 MHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 MHE is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 MHE?
The MOT on LS55 MHE is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 MHE done?
LS55 MHE was recorded at 195,092 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,230 miles a year.
Has LS55 MHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 MHE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 MHE 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 MHE find?
LS55 MHE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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