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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 DXJMOT history

LB53 DXJ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 11 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 106,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,085 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DXJ
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
11 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 DXJ was last recorded at 106,085 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,013 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,072 miles
Average per year
4,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,085 miles
  • 2025 – 104,013 miles
  • 2024 – 101,760 miles
  • 2023 – 99,095 miles
  • 2022 – 96,968 miles
  • 2021 – 94,820 miles
  • 2020 – 91,304 miles
  • 2019 – 88,416 miles
  • 2018 – 84,668 miles
  • 2017 – 79,671 miles
  • 2016 – 74,966 miles
  • 2015 – 69,943 miles
  • 2014 – 61,227 miles
  • 2013 – 57,742 miles
  • 2012 – 52,334 miles
  • 2011 – 45,672 miles
  • 2010 – 38,601 miles
  • 2009 – 33,693 miles
  • 2007 – 27,013 miles
  • 2006 – 20,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,085 miles
  • AdvisoryN/S OUTER AND UNDER SILL PANEL CORRODED BUT NOT HOLED

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,085 miles (+2,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,085 miles
    Test number
    257561620565
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER AND UNDER SILL PANEL CORRODED BUT NOT HOLED

  2. Pass104,013 miles (+2,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,013 miles
    Test number
    138864249674
    • AdvisoryN/S AND O/S REAR INNER SILL SECTION CORRODED BUT NOT STRUCTUAL

  3. Pass101,760 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,760 miles
    Test number
    686328949445
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,754 miles (+2,659)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,754 miles
    Test number
    902072442350
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board all front middle and rear (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,095 miles (+2,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,095 miles
    Test number
    844978734262
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and starting to leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear leaf springs corroded

  6. Pass96,968 miles (+2,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    312728199608
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes covered in grease

  7. Pass94,820 miles (+1,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    94,820 miles
    Test number
    216155751957
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded/weak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass93,663 miles (+2,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,663 miles
    Test number
    546046848548
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill corroded

  9. Pass91,304 miles (+2,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,304 miles
    Test number
    777345279265
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded and weak
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre getting low

  10. Pass88,416 miles (+3,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,416 miles
    Test number
    210399652191
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded

  11. Pass84,668 miles (+4,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    840860605294
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links gaiters perished
    • AdvisoryNs outer sill corroded

  12. Pass79,671 miles (+4,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,671 miles
    Test number
    249515568812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 4mm
    • AdvisoryMist of oil n/s/r shock
    • AdvisoryMist of oil on steering rack

  13. Pass74,966 miles (+5,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,966 miles
    Test number
    487499748035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass69,943 miles (+8,716)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,943 miles
    Test number
    147675415408
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteTyres getting low

  15. Pass61,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,227 miles
    Test number
    537286514049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,227 miles (+3,485)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,227 miles
    Test number
    587326714076
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  17. Pass57,742 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,742 miles
    Test number
    889049023096
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  18. Fail57,740 miles (+5,406)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,740 miles
    Test number
    366228023073
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  19. Pass52,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,334 miles
    Test number
    449660532050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail52,334 miles (+6,662)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,334 miles
    Test number
    167050632042
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass45,672 miles (+7,071)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,672 miles
    Test number
    918601521009
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish

  22. Fail38,601 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,601 miles
    Test number
    192586120402
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass38,601 miles (+4,908)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,601 miles
    Test number
    384086320051
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass33,693 miles (+6,680)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    33,693 miles
    Test number
    922927429071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,013 miles (+6,838)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,013 miles
    Test number
    593717427319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,175 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,175 miles
    Test number
    121784756399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,174 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,174 miles
    Test number
    982813556395
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Questions about LB53 DXJ

Does LB53 DXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 DXJ is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DXJ?
The MOT on LB53 DXJ is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 DXJ done?
LB53 DXJ was recorded at 106,085 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,393 miles a year.
Has LB53 DXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DXJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 DXJ 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 DXJ find?
LB53 DXJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: n/s outer and under sill panel corroded but not holed.

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