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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LB53 ZLKMOT history

LB53 ZLK is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 17 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2024
Mileage
132,685 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 ZLK
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
17 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 ZLK was last recorded at 132,685 miles on 12 Jul 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2008: 43,754 miles, lower than 333,337 miles on 25 Jan 2007.

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
132,683 miles · 28 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,685 miles
  • 2022 – 123,202 miles
  • 2021 – 111,123 miles
  • 2020 – 101,955 miles
  • 2019 – 94,968 miles
  • 2018 – 91,988 miles
  • 2017 – 86,597 miles
  • 2016 – 82,381 miles
  • 2015 – 79,092 miles
  • 2014 – 72,496 miles
  • 2013 – 67,675 miles
  • 2012 – 63,144 miles
  • 2011 – 58,007 miles
  • 2010 – 53,111 miles
  • 2009 – 48,353 miles
  • 2008 – 43,754 miles
  • 2007 – 333,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,685 miles
  • AdvisoryFront steering rack signs of leakRecorded 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering rack leaking fluid

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,685 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,685 miles
    Test number
    149603471447
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack signs of leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail132,683 miles (+9,481)1 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,683 miles
    Test number
    602371366815
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack signs of leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass123,202 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,202 miles
    Test number
    850418235109
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking fluid

  4. Fail123,198 miles (+12,075)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,198 miles
    Test number
    746272506245
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Missing clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking fluid

  5. Pass111,123 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    111,123 miles
    Test number
    930785565332
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail111,123 miles (+9,168)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,123 miles
    Test number
    716371562961
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass101,955 miles (+6,987)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    101,955 miles
    Test number
    518854984527
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill has slight corrosion

  8. Pass94,968 miles (+2,980)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,968 miles
    Test number
    554111678563
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass91,988 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,988 miles
    Test number
    985157242595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded

  10. Fail91,983 miles (+5,386)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,983 miles
    Test number
    419680746748
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded

  11. Pass86,597 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,597 miles
    Test number
    807935713517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Fail86,542 miles (+4,161)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    495584749670
    • 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)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass82,381 miles (+3,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    939300405805
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass79,092 miles (+6,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,092 miles
    Test number
    485195305196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,496 miles (+139)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,496 miles
    Test number
    786762004196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

  16. Fail72,357 miles (+4,682)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,357 miles
    Test number
    776645894015
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

  17. Pass67,675 miles (+170)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    345958003104
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight leak from power sreering pump

  18. Fail67,505 miles (+4,361)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,505 miles
    Test number
    665806593099
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight leak from power sreering pump

  19. Pass63,144 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    189899102124
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront offside tyre worn smooth inner edge

  20. Fail63,144 miles (+5,137)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    346769402128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront offside tyre worn smooth inner edge

  21. Pass58,007 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    375034401180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,111 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,111 miles
    Test number
    764382710110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,353 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,353 miles
    Test number
    672508499015
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail48,310 miles (+4,556)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,310 miles
    Test number
    371744599054
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass43,754 miles (-289,583)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,754 miles
    Test number
    303115208111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass333,337 miles (+300,004)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    333,337 miles
    Test number
    290175527086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,333 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,333 miles
    Test number
    962924327039
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Questions about LB53 ZLK

Does LB53 ZLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 ZLK expired on 11 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 ZLK?
The MOT on LB53 ZLK expired on 11 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 ZLK done?
LB53 ZLK was recorded at 132,685 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2023, an average of 6,035 miles a year.
Has LB53 ZLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 ZLK has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 ZLK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 ZLK find?
LB53 ZLK passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2023 with 7 advisories: front steering rack signs of leak; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 4 more.

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