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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 EENMOT history

LB53 EEN is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2024
Mileage
167,664 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 EEN
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 31 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 EEN was last recorded at 167,664 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 7,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,973 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
7,691 miles
Average per year
8,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,664 miles
  • 2023 – 159,973 miles
  • 2022 – 152,739 miles
  • 2021 – 148,675 miles
  • 2020 – 140,830 miles
  • 2019 – 132,227 miles
  • 2018 – 122,760 miles
  • 2017 – 115,628 miles
  • 2016 – 108,107 miles
  • 2015 – 92,876 miles
  • 2014 – 79,139 miles
  • 2013 – 68,777 miles
  • 2012 – 58,420 miles
  • 2011 – 50,646 miles
  • 2010 – 40,595 miles
  • 2009 – 29,943 miles
  • 2008 – 23,606 miles
  • 2007 – 15,805 miles
  • 2006 – 12,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,664 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front, middle and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted Also rubbing on wheel on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect blurred image and too high. (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral heat shield insecure

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,664 miles (+7,691)13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,664 miles
    Test number
    365222751830
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front, middle and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted Also rubbing on wheel on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect blurred image and too high. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield insecure

  2. Pass159,973 miles (+7,234)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,973 miles
    Test number
    191649462628
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated near excessive (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by centre to front join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose on fuel tank
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor beam image near excessive (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement near excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper heavily corroded

  3. Pass152,739 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,739 miles
    Test number
    714341348047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp lens misted over
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,733 miles (+6)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,733 miles
    Test number
    404809068104
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp lens misted over
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail152,727 miles (+4,052)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,727 miles
    Test number
    100875856026
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp misted over
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,675 miles (+32)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,675 miles
    Test number
    220813849391
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail148,643 miles (+7,813)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,643 miles
    Test number
    527053771328
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,830 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,830 miles
    Test number
    927415868231
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail140,824 miles (+8,597)9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,824 miles
    Test number
    875151665619
    • 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 high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass132,227 miles (+9,467)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,227 miles
    Test number
    653314143428
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass122,760 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,760 miles
    Test number
    800030282601
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes by fuel filler (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail122,752 miles (+7,124)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,752 miles
    Test number
    145871711915
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes by fuel filler (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass115,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,628 miles
    Test number
    339675733235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail115,628 miles (+7,521)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,628 miles
    Test number
    177027679596
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass108,107 miles (+15,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,107 miles
    Test number
    509411715625
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight damage on front suspension gaiters
    • AdvisorySlight damage/leak on offside inner c/v gaiter

  16. Pass92,876 miles (+13,737)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    738201777280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,139 miles (+10,362)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    496023254278
    • NoteDamage and slight leak on nearside inner c/v gaiter
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low

  18. Pass68,777 miles (+10,357)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,777 miles
    Test number
    169876653230
    • NoteExhaust corroded and slight leak

  19. Pass58,420 miles (+7,774)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,420 miles
    Test number
    939476152217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,646 miles (+10,051)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,646 miles
    Test number
    306952251450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,595 miles (+10,652)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    440392450223
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low

  22. Pass29,943 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,943 miles
    Test number
    852204759295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,606 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,606 miles
    Test number
    881185558270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,805 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,805 miles
    Test number
    450637657225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,044 miles
    Test number
    804876746301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 EEN

Does LB53 EEN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 EEN expired on 31 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 EEN?
The MOT on LB53 EEN expired on 31 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 EEN done?
LB53 EEN was recorded at 167,664 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 8,700 miles a year.
Has LB53 EEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 EEN has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 EEN 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 EEN find?
LB53 EEN failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with 13 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front, middle and rear sections; nearside front brake hose excessively twisted also rubbing on wheel on full lock, and 14 more.

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