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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LC53 GVGMOT history

LC53 GVG is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 4 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 150,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2024.

LC53 GVG white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2024
Mileage
150,422 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 GVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC53 GVG was last recorded at 150,422 miles on 17 Oct 2024, 5,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,401 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,021 miles
Average per year
6,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,422 miles
  • 2023 – 145,401 miles
  • 2022 – 135,383 miles
  • 2021 – 129,740 miles
  • 2020 – 126,141 miles
  • 2019 – 120,629 miles
  • 2018 – 115,148 miles
  • 2017 – 108,763 miles
  • 2016 – 105,627 miles
  • 2015 – 103,447 miles
  • 2014 – 101,241 miles
  • 2013 – 94,479 miles
  • 2012 – 89,965 miles
  • 2011 – 78,440 miles
  • 2010 – 66,389 miles
  • 2009 – 54,926 miles
  • 2008 – 43,534 miles
  • 2007 – 33,529 miles
  • 2006 – 28,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,422 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working + centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS + OS D bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NS + OS (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Front Registration Plate Damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Ball Joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,422 miles (+5,021)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,422 miles
    Test number
    400670904727
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working + centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS + OS D bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NS + OS (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass145,401 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,401 miles
    Test number
    298841398859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail145,396 miles (+10,013)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,396 miles
    Test number
    920784334444
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NSR inner + outer sill / OSR inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,383 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    135,383 miles
    Test number
    880271497387
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail135,383 miles (+5,643)3 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,383 miles
    Test number
    790652165119
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,740 miles (+3,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,740 miles
    Test number
    944991885559
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on outer sill panels

  7. Pass126,141 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,141 miles
    Test number
    934466400000
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front Registration Plate Damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,141 miles (+5,512)7 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,141 miles
    Test number
    818559525925
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner CV Boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Pipe To Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front Registration Plate Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,629 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    120,629 miles
    Test number
    978926649583
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail120,629 miles (+5,481)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,629 miles
    Test number
    546635716661
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass115,148 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,148 miles
    Test number
    511449941493
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  12. Fail115,147 miles (+6,384)2 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,147 miles
    Test number
    831745890546
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength innersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  13. Pass108,763 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    108,763 miles
    Test number
    572913504482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    238628381036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,627 miles (+2,180)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    551511900094
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass103,447 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,447 miles
    Test number
    208975201974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills have slight corrosion

  17. Fail103,447 miles (+2,206)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,447 miles
    Test number
    145099810359
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills have slight corrosion

  18. Pass101,241 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    101,241 miles
    Test number
    375283234296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,479 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    248651553487
    • NoteBattery lamp illuminated indicating a fault
    • NoteBonnet difficult to open
    • NoteFracture to lower radiator
    • NoteOil leak from sump
    • NoteSteering rack contaminated with oil and creak detected on shaker plates

  20. Fail94,479 miles (+4,514)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    825030453167
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery lamp illuminated indicating a fault
    • NoteBonnet difficult to open
    • NoteFracture to lower radiator
    • NoteOil leak from sump
    • NoteSteering rack contaminated with oil and creak detected on shaker plates

  21. Pass89,965 miles (+11,525)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,965 miles
    Test number
    855388632109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,440 miles (+12,051)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,440 miles
    Test number
    215731741171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,389 miles (+11,463)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    66,389 miles
    Test number
    710667640171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,926 miles
    Test number
    622802389109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,926 miles (+11,392)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,926 miles
    Test number
    952962689134
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass43,534 miles (+10,005)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    902629258193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,529 miles
    Test number
    194526757161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,529 miles (+5,470)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,529 miles
    Test number
    532506157190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  29. Pass28,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    28,059 miles
    Test number
    743636386248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 GVG

Does LC53 GVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 GVG expired on 3 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 GVG?
The MOT on LC53 GVG expired on 3 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 GVG done?
LC53 GVG was recorded at 150,422 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2024, an average of 6,793 miles a year.
Has LC53 GVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 GVG has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LC53 GVG 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 LC53 GVG find?
LC53 GVG failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2024 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced ns + os; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill x2, and 6 more.

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