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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,496 cc

N225 LBVMOT history

N225 LBV is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 21 May 1996. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

N225 LBV blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,948 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N225 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
21 May 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N225 LBV was last recorded at 130,948 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,509 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
439 miles
Average per year
3,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,948 miles
  • 2025 – 130,509 miles
  • 2024 – 129,994 miles
  • 2023 – 129,245 miles
  • 2022 – 129,099 miles
  • 2021 – 127,555 miles
  • 2020 – 124,732 miles
  • 2019 – 121,202 miles
  • 2018 – 117,623 miles
  • 2017 – 115,089 miles
  • 2016 – 113,260 miles
  • 2015 – 109,034 miles
  • 2014 – 102,807 miles
  • 2013 – 99,694 miles
  • 2012 – 94,346 miles
  • 2011 – 85,135 miles
  • 2010 – 81,090 miles
  • 2009 – 76,325 miles
  • 2008 – 70,478 miles
  • 2007 – 66,799 miles
  • 2006 – 63,210 miles
  • 2005 – 55,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,948 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all heavily undersealed (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,948 miles (+439)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,948 miles
    Test number
    246410019960
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all heavily undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass130,509 miles (+515)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,509 miles
    Test number
    575042222056
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Heavily Undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront & Rear Suspension Components Heavily Undersealed
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Wheel Arch Corroded But Not Within 30cm Of Prescribed Mounting/Structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Wheel Arch Corroded But Not Within 30cm Of Prescribed Mounting/Structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Wheel Arch Corroded But Not Within 30cm Of Prescribed Mounting/Structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside + Body Heavily Undersealed

  3. Pass129,994 miles (+749)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,994 miles
    Test number
    521262170723
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front Upper Inner Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Undersealed
    • AdvisoryUnderside + Body Undersealed

  4. Pass129,245 miles (+146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,245 miles
    Test number
    802672443262
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have been undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcessive use of underseal preventing inspection of some components

  5. Pass129,099 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,099 miles
    Test number
    596720091610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,555 miles (+26)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,555 miles
    Test number
    741281822216
    • AdvisoryExcessive use of under seal preventing proper inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside generally corroded

  7. Fail127,529 miles (+2,797)4 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,529 miles
    Test number
    519489793166
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcessive use of underseal preventing proper inspection

  8. Pass124,732 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,732 miles
    Test number
    595870564982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play centre prop front bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Fail124,732 miles (+3,530)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,732 miles
    Test number
    408335266757
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play centre prop front bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  10. Pass121,202 miles (+3,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,202 miles
    Test number
    425947594373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside heavily under-sealed preventing full inspection of components and structure

  11. Pass117,623 miles (+2,534)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,623 miles
    Test number
    911035814451
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass115,089 miles (+1,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,089 miles
    Test number
    182806922534
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed preventing inspection of some underside components (brake pipes/structure etc)

  13. Pass113,260 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,260 miles
    Test number
    362380333184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,250 miles (+4,216)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,250 miles
    Test number
    198262825120
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass109,034 miles (+6,227)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,034 miles
    Test number
    495070415146
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteSlight play in offside front wheel bearing

  16. Pass102,807 miles (+3,113)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    317451944185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass99,694 miles (+117)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    727597773156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail99,577 miles (+5,231)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,577 miles
    Test number
    239209863141
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass94,346 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,346 miles
    Test number
    467901582134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  20. Fail94,335 miles (+9,200)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    665348372110
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  21. Pass85,135 miles (+4,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,135 miles
    Test number
    318091581107
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  22. Pass81,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    963735570184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,090 miles (+4,765)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    250034570118
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass76,325 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,325 miles
    Test number
    441273079151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,478 miles (+3,679)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    70,478 miles
    Test number
    603032088176
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear flexi hoses slightly twisted

  26. Pass66,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,799 miles
    Test number
    981416387162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail66,795 miles (+3,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,795 miles
    Test number
    994746787140
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass63,210 miles (+7,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,210 miles
    Test number
    674446966178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass55,975 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    55,975 miles
    Test number
    264208875479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,970 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    441153675172
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about N225 LBV

Does N225 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N225 LBV is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on N225 LBV?
The MOT on N225 LBV is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N225 LBV done?
N225 LBV was recorded at 130,948 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 3,596 miles a year.
Has N225 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N225 LBV has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on N225 LBV 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 N225 LBV find?
N225 LBV passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all heavily undersealed; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 3 more.

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