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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,402 cc

LX52 HVMMOT history

LX52 HVM is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 303,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LX52 HVM blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
303,024 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 HVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 HVM was last recorded at 303,024 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 14,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
288,755 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,269 miles
Average per year
8,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 303,024 miles
  • 2024 – 288,755 miles
  • 2023 – 266,296 miles
  • 2022 – 259,935 miles
  • 2021 – 246,188 miles
  • 2020 – 239,981 miles
  • 2019 – 236,138 miles
  • 2018 – 233,348 miles
  • 2017 – 228,159 miles
  • 2016 – 215,878 miles
  • 2015 – 210,687 miles
  • 2014 – 208,689 miles
  • 2013 – 201,580 miles
  • 2012 – 193,483 miles
  • 2011 – 187,134 miles
  • 2010 – 174,368 miles
  • 2009 – 163,831 miles
  • 2008 – 157,705 miles
  • 2007 – 148,455 miles
  • 2006 – 135,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass303,024 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded but not seriously weakened
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass303,024 miles (+14,269)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    303,024 miles
    Test number
    777335724791
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass288,755 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    288,755 miles
    Test number
    704328253075
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repaired and undersealed both side (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Fail288,755 miles (+22,459)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,755 miles
    Test number
    538165404053
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repaired and undersealed both side (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass266,296 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    266,296 miles
    Test number
    131131048590
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside seal corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corrode
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on both side inner steps

  5. Fail266,289 miles (+6,354)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,289 miles
    Test number
    748862332797
    • MajorNearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass259,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    259,935 miles
    Test number
    291142348383
    • AdvisoryInner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides sill and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail259,935 miles (+7)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,935 miles
    Test number
    170768176098
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides sill and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail259,928 miles (+13,740)3 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,928 miles
    Test number
    729647543737
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass246,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    246,188 miles
    Test number
    556164248896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail246,188 miles (+6,207)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,188 miles
    Test number
    919930263352
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass239,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    239,981 miles
    Test number
    326093176629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail239,981 miles (+3,843)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,981 miles
    Test number
    375038083254
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBolt loose propshaft sliding joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass236,138 miles (+2,790)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    236,138 miles
    Test number
    544568989015
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass233,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    233,348 miles
    Test number
    661566311520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail233,348 miles (+5,189)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,348 miles
    Test number
    294009341031
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass228,159 miles (+12,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    228,159 miles
    Test number
    275940391888
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass215,878 miles (+5,191)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    215,878 miles
    Test number
    483884813283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass210,687 miles (+1,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    210,687 miles
    Test number
    588273047749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass208,689 miles (+7,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    208,689 miles
    Test number
    158057464248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass201,580 miles (+8,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    201,580 miles
    Test number
    318435153274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass193,483 miles (+6,349)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    193,483 miles
    Test number
    339309362291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear shocks startung to leak

  22. Pass187,134 miles (+12,766)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    187,134 miles
    Test number
    975340271257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass174,368 miles (+10,537)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    174,368 miles
    Test number
    261311370275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass163,831 miles (+6,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    163,831 miles
    Test number
    292011269202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass157,705 miles (+9,250)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    157,705 miles
    Test number
    874543178269
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass148,455 miles (+13,297)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    148,455 miles
    Test number
    113480677296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass135,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    135,158 miles
    Test number
    424232966217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail135,158 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,158 miles
    Test number
    772172866248
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LX52 HVM

Does LX52 HVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 HVM is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX52 HVM?
The MOT on LX52 HVM is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 HVM done?
LX52 HVM was recorded at 303,024 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 8,759 miles a year.
Has LX52 HVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 HVM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LX52 HVM 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 LX52 HVM find?
LX52 HVM passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front oil leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 2 more.

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