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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 DMZMOT history

LB53 DMZ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2023
Mileage
164,006 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 DMZ was last recorded at 164,006 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 6,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,004 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,002 miles
Average per year
9,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 164,006 miles
  • 2022 – 158,004 miles
  • 2020 – 151,869 miles
  • 2019 – 141,901 miles
  • 2018 – 134,151 miles
  • 2017 – 123,681 miles
  • 2016 – 112,247 miles
  • 2015 – 100,934 miles
  • 2014 – 87,294 miles
  • 2013 – 75,506 miles
  • 2012 – 64,757 miles
  • 2011 – 54,946 miles
  • 2009 – 39,464 miles
  • 2008 – 32,563 miles
  • 2007 – 26,178 miles
  • 2006 – 11,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,006 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,006 miles (+6,002)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,006 miles
    Test number
    784112067671
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    430935366812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail158,004 miles (+6,135)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    609644531024
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass151,869 miles (+9,968)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,869 miles
    Test number
    342184149154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,901 miles (+7,750)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,901 miles
    Test number
    941001552427
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass134,151 miles (+10,470)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,151 miles
    Test number
    865274466994
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass123,681 miles (+11,434)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,681 miles
    Test number
    428118153368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,247 miles (+11,313)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,247 miles
    Test number
    702223012317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,934 miles (+13,640)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,934 miles
    Test number
    515837675171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass87,294 miles (+11,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    765497464156
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass75,506 miles (+10,749)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    699489863132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,757 miles (+9,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,757 miles
    Test number
    517834562180
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass54,946 miles (+15,482)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,946 miles
    Test number
    945080881131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,464 miles (+6,901)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,464 miles
    Test number
    531453369313
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass32,563 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,563 miles
    Test number
    441371348306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,178 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,178 miles
    Test number
    620320997293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass26,178 miles (+14,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,178 miles
    Test number
    953170397208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass11,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    11,447 miles
    Test number
    412275646414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DMZ

Does LB53 DMZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DMZ expired on 1 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DMZ?
The MOT on LB53 DMZ expired on 1 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DMZ done?
LB53 DMZ was recorded at 164,006 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 9,470 miles a year.
Has LB53 DMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DMZ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 DMZ 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 LB53 DMZ find?
LB53 DMZ failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside rear inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; offside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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