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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 DXZMOT history

LB53 DXZ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 220,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2025
Mileage
220,475 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DXZ
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 6 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 DXZ was last recorded at 220,475 miles on 7 Oct 2024, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,427 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
10,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 220,475 miles
  • 2023 – 208,262 miles
  • 2022 – 196,873 miles
  • 2021 – 183,727 miles
  • 2020 – 163,670 miles
  • 2019 – 152,231 miles
  • 2018 – 145,115 miles
  • 2017 – 140,840 miles
  • 2016 – 135,398 miles
  • 2015 – 128,993 miles
  • 2014 – 109,290 miles
  • 2013 – 99,912 miles
  • 2012 – 94,235 miles
  • 2011 – 80,293 miles
  • 2010 – 70,105 miles
  • 2009 – 66,092 miles
  • 2008 – 40,962 miles
  • 2007 – 40,958 miles
  • 2006 – 30,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,475 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,475 miles (+48)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    220,475 miles
    Test number
    675064318530
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail220,427 miles (+12,165)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,427 miles
    Test number
    434491290455
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass208,262 miles (+36)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    208,262 miles
    Test number
    606229294394
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Fail208,226 miles (+11,353)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,226 miles
    Test number
    943850117615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Pass196,873 miles (+13,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    196,873 miles
    Test number
    603031569988
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass183,727 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    183,727 miles
    Test number
    826420492634
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail183,727 miles (+20,057)1 dangerous6 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,727 miles
    Test number
    471340343896
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass163,670 miles (+11,439)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    163,670 miles
    Test number
    965013951306
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass152,231 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    152,231 miles
    Test number
    786689752923
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outter edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail152,231 miles (+7,116)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,231 miles
    Test number
    413229129698
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outter sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outter edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass145,115 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    145,115 miles
    Test number
    121931258228
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust shield adrift

  12. Fail145,115 miles (+4,275)1 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,115 miles
    Test number
    632490680516
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged DANGEROUS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust shield adrift

  13. Pass140,840 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,840 miles
    Test number
    134604602127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront screen damaged in excess of 40mm but not obscuring drivers view of road

  14. Fail140,840 miles (+5,442)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,840 miles
    Test number
    405821416793
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront screen damaged in excess of 40mm but not obscuring drivers view of road

  15. Pass135,398 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    135,398 miles
    Test number
    126299209886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit / cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not in drivers view

  16. Fail135,398 miles (+6,405)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,398 miles
    Test number
    431331603590
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit / cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not in drivers view

  17. Pass128,993 miles (+19,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    128,993 miles
    Test number
    515715754989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail109,290 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    665880194090
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass109,290 miles (+9,378)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    935090094050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass99,912 miles (+5,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    888232783012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass94,235 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,235 miles
    Test number
    788836292034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,226 miles (+13,933)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,226 miles
    Test number
    386750292024
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass80,293 miles (+10,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,293 miles
    Test number
    106571391012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass70,105 miles (+4,013)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,105 miles
    Test number
    454181990054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteW/screen cracked n/s/f but outside zone B

  25. Pass66,092 miles (+25,130)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,092 miles
    Test number
    931089389097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTemp repair to nearside mirror unit

  26. Pass40,962 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,962 miles
    Test number
    731403578059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,958 miles (+10,342)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,958 miles
    Test number
    241654347370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,616 miles
    Test number
    184239336304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DXZ

Does LB53 DXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DXZ expired on 6 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DXZ?
The MOT on LB53 DXZ expired on 6 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DXZ done?
LB53 DXZ was recorded at 220,475 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2024, an average of 10,642 miles a year.
Has LB53 DXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DXZ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 DXZ 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 DXZ find?
LB53 DXZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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