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Ford Transit Connect

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,753 cc

T18 LACMOT history

T18 LAC is a grey diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 27 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 168,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2023
Mileage
168,610 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 LAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 LAC was last recorded at 168,610 miles on 9 Aug 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jan 2015: 141,495 miles, lower than 142,495 miles on 8 Jan 2015.
  • 16 Jul 2021: 164,570 miles, lower than 164,583 miles on 5 Mar 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
168,598 miles · 2 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,610 miles
  • 2021 – 164,570 miles
  • 2020 – 164,583 miles
  • 2019 – 164,361 miles
  • 2016 – 155,739 miles
  • 2015 – 141,495 miles
  • 2014 – 126,472 miles
  • 2013 – 112,492 miles
  • 2012 – 98,461 miles
  • 2011 – 86,802 miles
  • 2010 – 71,539 miles
  • 2009 – 53,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,610 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal All failure repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,610 miles (+12)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    168,610 miles
    Test number
    860594903657
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal All failure repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail168,598 miles (+4,028)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,598 miles
    Test number
    605041437532
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass164,570 miles (-13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    164,570 miles
    Test number
    568945741308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    164,583 miles
    Test number
    851131825851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,583 miles (+222)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,583 miles
    Test number
    918842413497
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,361 miles (+8,622)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    164,361 miles
    Test number
    758085785508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass155,739 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    155,739 miles
    Test number
    842006716956
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail155,711 miles (+14,216)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,711 miles
    Test number
    321130566447
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass141,495 miles (-1,000)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    141,495 miles
    Test number
    425769105081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail142,495 miles (+16,023)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,495 miles
    Test number
    849248305010
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass126,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,472 miles
    Test number
    376564114025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,971 miles (+13,479)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,971 miles
    Test number
    637714014043
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass112,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,492 miles
    Test number
    957274723086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail112,492 miles (+14,031)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,492 miles
    Test number
    439454223022
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass98,461 miles (+11,659)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    98,461 miles
    Test number
    238398912005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,802 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    585989311092
    • NoteN/s/f inner cv boot split

  17. Fail86,802 miles (+15,263)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    158889711413
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f inner cv boot split

  18. Pass71,539 miles (+17,577)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    474932820096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,962 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,962 miles
    Test number
    584127519084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail53,962 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,962 miles
    Test number
    142747119053
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T18 LAC

Does T18 LAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T18 LAC expired on 8 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T18 LAC?
The MOT on T18 LAC expired on 8 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T18 LAC done?
T18 LAC was recorded at 168,610 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2022, an average of 8,456 miles a year.
Has T18 LAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 LAC has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T18 LAC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 Jan 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T18 LAC find?
T18 LAC passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 3 more.

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