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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 FAFMOT history

LB53 FAF is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 11 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 164,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
164,828 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FAF
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 expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FAF was last recorded at 164,828 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,193 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
635 miles
Average per year
6,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,828 miles
  • 2024 – 164,193 miles
  • 2023 – 163,546 miles
  • 2022 – 162,847 miles
  • 2021 – 160,838 miles
  • 2020 – 159,305 miles
  • 2019 – 158,172 miles
  • 2018 – 156,435 miles
  • 2017 – 154,407 miles
  • 2016 – 151,199 miles
  • 2015 – 147,702 miles
  • 2014 – 142,721 miles
  • 2013 – 138,822 miles
  • 2012 – 137,514 miles
  • 2011 – 109,653 miles
  • 2009 – 62,546 miles
  • 2008 – 60,254 miles
  • 2007 – 37,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,828 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering fluid level below minimum

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,828 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    164,828 miles
    Test number
    543914865362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail164,828 miles (+635)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,828 miles
    Test number
    314875689054
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,193 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,193 miles
    Test number
    755315984087
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  4. Fail164,193 miles (+647)6 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,193 miles
    Test number
    543656768109
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  5. Pass163,546 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    163,546 miles
    Test number
    234964241744
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail163,546 miles (+699)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,546 miles
    Test number
    456552074945
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass162,847 miles5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    162,847 miles
    Test number
    253400698221
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated but still has visible image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage By radiator (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail162,847 miles (+2,009)4 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,847 miles
    Test number
    769084238355
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated but still has visible image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage By radiator (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass160,838 miles (+7)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    160,838 miles
    Test number
    643787593718
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage By radiator (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail160,831 miles (+1,526)4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,831 miles
    Test number
    278067461261
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Deteriorated, no image visible (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Leaf spring anchor bracket fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill holed and corroded not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage By radiator (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass159,305 miles (+1,133)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    159,305 miles
    Test number
    871640104984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded (outside)perscribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass158,172 miles5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,172 miles
    Test number
    437100353415
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail158,172 miles (+1,737)2 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,172 miles
    Test number
    898776657791
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass156,435 miles (+2,028)7 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    156,435 miles
    Test number
    549019245883
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass154,407 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    154,407 miles
    Test number
    172850400456
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail154,407 miles (+3,208)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,407 miles
    Test number
    765432837227
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate too dim (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass151,199 miles (+3,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    151,199 miles
    Test number
    611227123427
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass147,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    147,702 miles
    Test number
    247633985193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail147,702 miles (+4,981)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,702 miles
    Test number
    599913585143
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  20. Pass142,721 miles (+3,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    142,721 miles
    Test number
    128298764111
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass138,822 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    138,822 miles
    Test number
    286253383499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass137,514 miles (+27,861)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    137,514 miles
    Test number
    759601772150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,653 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    109,653 miles
    Test number
    487038961066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  24. Fail109,645 miles (+47,099)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    608210861073
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  25. Pass62,546 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,546 miles
    Test number
    403665549206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,254 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,254 miles
    Test number
    131603658324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,321 miles (+14,773)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,321 miles
    Test number
    804831618070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,548 miles
    Test number
    112029837012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FAF

Does LB53 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FAF expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FAF?
The MOT on LB53 FAF expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FAF done?
LB53 FAF was recorded at 164,828 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 6,840 miles a year.
Has LB53 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FAF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 FAF 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 FAF find?
LB53 FAF passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and tread cracking; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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