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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 ZDOMOT history

LB53 ZDO is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 20 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
139,243 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 ZDO
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
20 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 ZDO was last recorded at 139,243 miles on 4 Jul 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2022: 132,963 miles, lower than 134,387 miles on 9 Oct 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,238 miles · 26 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,243 miles
  • 2022 – 133,921 miles
  • 2017 – 134,387 miles
  • 2016 – 129,773 miles
  • 2015 – 118,932 miles
  • 2014 – 101,144 miles
  • 2013 – 87,202 miles
  • 2012 – 75,714 miles
  • 2011 – 71,483 miles
  • 2010 – 59,855 miles
  • 2009 – 52,628 miles
  • 2008 – 44,776 miles
  • 2007 – 35,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,243 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside sill rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside sill rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,243 miles (+5)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,243 miles
    Test number
    590313567391
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty

  2. Fail139,238 miles (+5,317)5 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,238 miles
    Test number
    950430875412
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty

  3. Pass133,921 miles (+3)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,921 miles
    Test number
    767742732988
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside rear chassis and box section corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside rear leaf spring brackets corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner and outer sills have been repaired, not able to test properly due to cosmetic filler and paint.
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  4. Fail133,918 miles (+955)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,918 miles
    Test number
    728063115045
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside rear chassis and box section corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside rear leaf spring brackets corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner and outer sills have been repaired, not able to test properly due to cosmetic filler and paint.
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  5. Fail132,963 miles (-1,424)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,963 miles
    Test number
    314403965782
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear beside fuel tank X2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis rusting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member rusting

  6. Pass134,387 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    134,387 miles
    Test number
    282686846877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre sidewall has cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail134,382 miles (+4,609)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,382 miles
    Test number
    803440487222
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded hole in sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded hole in inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre sidewall has cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass129,773 miles (+10,841)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,773 miles
    Test number
    634238961345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass118,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    118,932 miles
    Test number
    273426634654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail118,918 miles (+17,774)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,918 miles
    Test number
    132445568451
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  11. Pass101,144 miles (+50)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    101,144 miles
    Test number
    548869364276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail101,094 miles (+13,892)14 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,094 miles
    Test number
    448534844299
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (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 deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass87,202 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,202 miles
    Test number
    207639813223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClose to max leval of metered smoke on emmissions test

  14. Fail87,202 miles (+11,488)1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,202 miles
    Test number
    619029413207
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClose to max leval of metered smoke on emmissions test

  15. Pass75,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,714 miles
    Test number
    378194242213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,714 miles (+4,231)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,714 miles
    Test number
    389294242434
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass71,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,483 miles
    Test number
    177461121255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,483 miles (+11,628)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,483 miles
    Test number
    589501321222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass59,855 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    59,855 miles
    Test number
    151109330041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail59,797 miles (+7,169)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,797 miles
    Test number
    600736030034
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass52,628 miles (+7,852)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,628 miles
    Test number
    492281029001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,776 miles (+9,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    411885318012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass35,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,098 miles
    Test number
    194386117006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 ZDO

Does LB53 ZDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 ZDO expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 ZDO?
The MOT on LB53 ZDO expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 ZDO done?
LB53 ZDO was recorded at 139,243 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2023, an average of 6,326 miles a year.
Has LB53 ZDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 ZDO has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 ZDO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 ZDO find?
LB53 ZDO passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 9 more.

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