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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 EFAMOT history

LB53 EFA is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 12 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
98,729 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 EFA
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
12 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 EFA was last recorded at 98,729 miles on 20 Aug 2022, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,702 miles · 6 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
5,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,729 miles
  • 2021 – 93,402 miles
  • 2020 – 88,029 miles
  • 2019 – 78,325 miles
  • 2018 – 69,149 miles
  • 2017 – 62,897 miles
  • 2016 – 54,722 miles
  • 2015 – 48,728 miles
  • 2014 – 44,134 miles
  • 2013 – 39,259 miles
  • 2012 – 34,393 miles
  • 2011 – 29,915 miles
  • 2010 – 25,941 miles
  • 2009 – 22,696 miles
  • 2008 – 16,142 miles
  • 2007 – 12,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,729 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust and suspension rust

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pedal rubber splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,729 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,729 miles
    Test number
    483193498041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust and suspension rust

  2. Fail98,702 miles (+5,300)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,702 miles
    Test number
    623248140147
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked yellow - sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked yellow - sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked yellow - sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked yellow - sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked yellow - sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface and suspension rust

  3. Pass93,402 miles (+5,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,402 miles
    Test number
    549249311369
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface and suspension rust

  4. Pass88,029 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    221758762035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,027 miles (+9,702)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,027 miles
    Test number
    215939198643
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,325 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,325 miles
    Test number
    127054749346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,280 miles (+9,131)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    164939273552
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield loose

  8. Pass69,149 miles (+6,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,149 miles
    Test number
    359464575424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass62,897 miles (+8,175)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,897 miles
    Test number
    144506702643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,722 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    421269064772
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail54,700 miles (+5,972)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,700 miles
    Test number
    581112524917
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking Leak off pipes (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass48,728 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,728 miles
    Test number
    488685835140
    • NoteSmall cuts in all tyres

  13. Fail48,728 miles (+4,594)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,728 miles
    Test number
    569405535172
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSmall cuts in all tyres

  14. Pass44,134 miles (+4,875)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,134 miles
    Test number
    157934434190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber starting to split
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perishing and has cuts but not to cords

  15. Pass39,259 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,259 miles
    Test number
    749411243140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,393 miles (+4,478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,393 miles
    Test number
    205959732145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail29,915 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    289881131403
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass29,915 miles (+3,974)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    748711031109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,941 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,941 miles
    Test number
    243390540114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,696 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    22,696 miles
    Test number
    224588749195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,314 miles (+5,172)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,314 miles
    Test number
    593544019008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,142 miles (+3,904)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,142 miles
    Test number
    533542028039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,238 miles
    Test number
    522952327052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,238 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,238 miles
    Test number
    724992627019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB53 EFA

Does LB53 EFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 EFA expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 EFA?
The MOT on LB53 EFA expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 EFA done?
LB53 EFA was recorded at 98,729 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2022, an average of 5,553 miles a year.
Has LB53 EFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 EFA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 EFA 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 EFA find?
LB53 EFA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; under body surface rust and suspension rust.

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