Ford logo

Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 KWRMOT history

LB53 KWR is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 12 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 128,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
128,121 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,233 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB53 KWR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 KWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 KWR was last recorded at 128,121 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,579 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
542 miles
Average per year
5,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,121 miles
  • 2025 – 127,579 miles
  • 2024 – 126,994 miles
  • 2023 – 126,445 miles
  • 2022 – 125,638 miles
  • 2021 – 124,180 miles
  • 2020 – 123,629 miles
  • 2019 – 122,522 miles
  • 2018 – 121,191 miles
  • 2017 – 118,813 miles
  • 2016 – 115,134 miles
  • 2015 – 108,020 miles
  • 2014 – 102,032 miles
  • 2013 – 92,617 miles
  • 2012 – 84,730 miles
  • 2011 – 75,947 miles
  • 2010 – 67,879 miles
  • 2009 – 60,778 miles
  • 2008 – 42,435 miles
  • 2006 – 28,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,121 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on applicationRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,121 miles (+542)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    128,121 miles
    Test number
    185453424004
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on application

  2. Pass127,579 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    127,579 miles
    Test number
    571162191045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on application

  3. Fail127,574 miles (+580)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,574 miles
    Test number
    305419103958
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on application

  4. Pass126,994 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,994 miles
    Test number
    923430740363
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on application

  5. Fail126,993 miles (+548)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,993 miles
    Test number
    915713974260
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy on application

  6. Pass126,445 miles (+807)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,445 miles
    Test number
    498597021113
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  7. Pass125,638 miles (+1,458)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,638 miles
    Test number
    185450750214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass124,180 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,180 miles
    Test number
    547143758154
    • MinorNearside 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 Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail124,180 miles (+551)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,180 miles
    Test number
    919370641352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside 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 Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,629 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,629 miles
    Test number
    429295899047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  11. Fail123,627 miles (+1,105)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,627 miles
    Test number
    893875195506
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  12. Pass122,522 miles (+6)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,522 miles
    Test number
    892184319191
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edges,on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail122,516 miles (+1,325)1 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,516 miles
    Test number
    938108743391
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near fuel neck,marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near hose ,marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edges,on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass121,191 miles (+2,378)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    121,191 miles
    Test number
    917065087263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass118,813 miles (+3,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    917853677085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass115,134 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,134 miles
    Test number
    812471934069
    • AdvisoryNSF MIRROR LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail115,115 miles (+7,095)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,115 miles
    Test number
    544800453858
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNSF MIRROR LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass108,020 miles (+5,988)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    108,020 miles
    Test number
    235050745096
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass102,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    102,032 miles
    Test number
    268724034015
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail102,032 miles (+9,415)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,032 miles
    Test number
    559224934025
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass92,617 miles (+7,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    427536433069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass84,730 miles (+8,783)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    84,730 miles
    Test number
    818077032080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,947 miles
    Test number
    345206241092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,947 miles (+8,068)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,947 miles
    Test number
    979145241033
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass67,879 miles (+7,101)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,879 miles
    Test number
    252330420050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    782416029010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,778 miles (+18,343)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    271196229092
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass42,435 miles (+14,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,435 miles
    Test number
    394981458098
    • NoteFront brake pads appear wearing thin

  29. Pass28,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    772544256341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 KWR

Does LB53 KWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 KWR is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 KWR?
The MOT on LB53 KWR is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 KWR done?
LB53 KWR was recorded at 128,121 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,233 miles a year.
Has LB53 KWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 KWR has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 KWR 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 KWR find?
LB53 KWR passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB53K registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.