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Ford Dorchester

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 3,984 cc

LL53 ENGMOT history

LL53 ENG is a black petrol Ford Dorchester first used on 10 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,425 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2024
Mileage
119,425 km
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
811 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 ENG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Dorchester
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL53 ENG was last recorded at 119,425 km on 4 Mar 2024, 736 km more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,689 km · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
736 km
Average per year
811 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,425 km
  • 2023 – 118,689 km
  • 2022 – 117,801 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,425 km
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • 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 Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r & n/s/f & o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Bumper insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing o/s/r & n/s/r (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,425 km (+736)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,425 km
    Test number
    704632325044
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,689 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,689 km
    Test number
    362763961955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail118,687 km (+886)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,687 km
    Test number
    122764842026
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,801 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,801 km
    Test number
    801096252937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,745 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,745 miles
    Test number
    179881678689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,744 miles (+8,960)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,744 miles
    Test number
    981480906472
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass107,784 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    874663981899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,779 miles (+9,865)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,779 miles
    Test number
    518078037115
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,914 miles (+10,755)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,914 miles
    Test number
    694175121017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,159 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,159 miles
    Test number
    842659572574
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r & n/s/f & o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing o/s/r & n/s/r (2.7.2a)

  11. Fail87,158 miles (+5,136)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,158 miles
    Test number
    660073730213
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/r & n/s/f & o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing o/s/r & n/s/r (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass82,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    111582251666
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail82,022 miles (+9,053)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    913960484110
    • FailureFront Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part both (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass72,969 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,969 miles
    Test number
    986067375115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,700 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,700 miles
    Test number
    347256574128
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass64,700 miles (+7,040)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,700 miles
    Test number
    675006474133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,660 miles (+11,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    368368573168
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass46,655 miles (+9,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,655 miles
    Test number
    325243372128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,893 miles (+9,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,893 miles
    Test number
    215728281198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,178 miles
    Test number
    882624570165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 ENG

Does LL53 ENG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 ENG expired on 3 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 ENG?
The MOT on LL53 ENG expired on 3 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 ENG done?
LL53 ENG was recorded at 119,425 km at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 811 km a year.
Has LL53 ENG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 ENG has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 ENG 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 LL53 ENG find?
LL53 ENG failed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside rear outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside rear suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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