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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

LC53 GWMMOT history

LC53 GWM is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 4 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 163,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

LC53 GWM 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 25 Jan 2025
Mileage
163,739 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 GWM
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
4 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC53 GWM was last recorded at 163,739 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 14,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,838 miles · 26 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
14,901 miles
Average per year
8,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,739 miles
  • 2024 – 148,838 miles
  • 2023 – 136,771 miles
  • 2022 – 128,312 miles
  • 2021 – 115,918 miles
  • 2020 – 110,600 miles
  • 2019 – 101,241 miles
  • 2018 – 89,609 miles
  • 2017 – 79,049 miles
  • 2016 – 73,435 miles
  • 2015 – 66,865 miles
  • 2014 – 60,256 miles
  • 2013 – 56,206 miles
  • 2012 – 50,276 miles
  • 2011 – 45,169 miles
  • 2010 – 37,169 miles
  • 2009 – 28,810 miles
  • 2008 – 27,059 miles
  • 2007 – 16,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail163,739 miles
  • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration 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))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes around vehicle slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRadiator support bracket corroded
  • AdvisorySpare wheel loose in carrier

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail163,739 miles (+14,901)1 dangerous11 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,739 miles
    Test number
    650891025145
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes around vehicle slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator support bracket corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel loose in carrier

  2. Pass148,838 miles (+12,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,838 miles
    Test number
    975070896359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,771 miles
    Test number
    852530187559
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main along floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail136,771 miles (+8,459)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,771 miles
    Test number
    407787405882
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main along floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,312 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,312 miles
    Test number
    390273902160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail128,272 miles (+12,354)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,272 miles
    Test number
    847558798768
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,918 miles (+256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,918 miles
    Test number
    236802233900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail115,662 miles (+5,062)1 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,662 miles
    Test number
    157138128228
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured Front shackle area (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield insecure

  9. Pass110,600 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,600 miles
    Test number
    515528316640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  10. Fail110,600 miles (+9,359)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,600 miles
    Test number
    493483865336
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  11. Pass101,241 miles (+108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    101,241 miles
    Test number
    271945514400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHole in rear of o/s sill

  12. Fail101,133 miles (+11,524)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,133 miles
    Test number
    340072776983
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHole in rear of o/s sill

  13. Pass89,609 miles (+10,560)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,609 miles
    Test number
    274901372483
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHole in o/s sill at rear

  14. Pass79,049 miles (+5,614)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,049 miles
    Test number
    739212185983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,435 miles (+6,570)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,435 miles
    Test number
    185769013400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,865 miles (+6,609)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,865 miles
    Test number
    159690505136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,256 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,256 miles
    Test number
    546731304120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,206 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,206 miles
    Test number
    299782303452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,276 miles (+5,107)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    679097002163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,169 miles (+8,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,169 miles
    Test number
    516745401151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,169 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,169 miles
    Test number
    233709600417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    660369219143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass288,810 miles (+261,751)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    288,810 miles
    Test number
    424219219149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,059 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,059 miles
    Test number
    853050758331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,177 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,177 miles
    Test number
    894867808031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,016 miles
    Test number
    384499717073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 GWM

Does LC53 GWM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 GWM expired on 25 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 GWM?
The MOT on LC53 GWM expired on 25 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 GWM done?
LC53 GWM was recorded at 163,739 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 8,200 miles a year.
Has LC53 GWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 GWM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LC53 GWM 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 GWM find?
LC53 GWM failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate inscription illegible, and 17 more.

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