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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LB53 AFKMOT history

LB53 AFK is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 10 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2023
Mileage
93,549 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 AFK was last recorded at 93,549 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 2,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Nov 2008: 5,270 miles, lower than 41,758 miles on 22 Nov 2007.

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
91,346 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,203 miles
Average per year
3,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,549 miles
  • 2022 – 91,346 miles
  • 2021 – 90,066 miles
  • 2020 – 87,697 miles
  • 2019 – 79,492 miles
  • 2018 – 74,250 miles
  • 2016 – 69,136 miles
  • 2015 – 59,141 miles
  • 2014 – 52,653 miles
  • 2013 – 45,661 miles
  • 2012 – 40,200 miles
  • 2011 – 31,135 miles
  • 2010 – 21,436 miles
  • 2009 – 12,675 miles
  • 2008 – 5,270 miles
  • 2007 – 41,758 miles
  • 2006 – 35,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,549 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side step undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside and out side undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,549 miles (+2,203)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,549 miles
    Test number
    309951407532
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side step undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside and out side undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,346 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,346 miles
    Test number
    406851394727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,066 miles (+2,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    279125817086
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both rear arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal rear chassis and crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,697 miles (+8,205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    823449350826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,492 miles (+5,242)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,492 miles
    Test number
    186367079175
    • MinorOffside 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 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass74,250 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,250 miles
    Test number
    663442241190
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion both sides (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Fail74,238 miles (+5,102)6 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,238 miles
    Test number
    102418951700
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass69,136 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,136 miles
    Test number
    735497226681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,088 miles (+9,947)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,088 miles
    Test number
    421659787380
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  10. Pass59,141 miles (+6,488)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    243877402366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion above rear axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion above rear axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops poor condition

  11. Pass52,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    52,653 miles
    Test number
    957438924320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail52,653 miles (+6,992)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,653 miles
    Test number
    305935424399
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  13. Pass45,661 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,661 miles
    Test number
    447149233441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail45,660 miles (+5,460)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    407599533456
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass40,200 miles (+9,065)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    615042042312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,135 miles (+9,699)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,135 miles
    Test number
    646279031334
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s body damage
    • NoteO/s/f sill damage

  17. Pass21,436 miles (+8,761)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,436 miles
    Test number
    391370730339
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to n/s vehicle

  18. Pass12,675 miles (+7,405)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    12,675 miles
    Test number
    693804939388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,270 miles (-36,488)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    5,270 miles
    Test number
    731090738329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,758 miles (+5,868)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,758 miles
    Test number
    822196927372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    35,890 miles
    Test number
    444311936311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AFK

Does LB53 AFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AFK expired on 5 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AFK?
The MOT on LB53 AFK expired on 5 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AFK done?
LB53 AFK was recorded at 93,549 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023, an average of 3,386 miles a year.
Has LB53 AFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AFK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 AFK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 AFK find?
LB53 AFK failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 10 major defects: nearside front wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up; offside front wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up; hazard warning lamps inoperative, and 9 more.

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