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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LL53 UBFMOT history

LL53 UBF is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 16 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

LL53 UBF blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
157,622 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UBF was last recorded at 157,622 miles on 13 May 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,616 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,622 miles
  • 2021 – 155,145 miles
  • 2020 – 146,743 miles
  • 2019 – 137,912 miles
  • 2018 – 137,904 miles
  • 2017 – 130,132 miles
  • 2016 – 121,494 miles
  • 2015 – 114,311 miles
  • 2014 – 102,259 miles
  • 2013 – 89,142 miles
  • 2012 – 74,569 miles
  • 2011 – 65,851 miles
  • 2010 – 62,030 miles
  • 2009 – 58,352 miles
  • 2008 – 52,927 miles
  • 2007 – 41,365 miles
  • 2006 – 34,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR WHEEL ARCHES CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryINNER AND OUTER SILLS CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUNDERBODY CORRODED IN ALL PRESCRIBED AREASRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUNDERBODY COVERED IN UNSERSEAL, UNABLE TO INSPECT FULLY

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front inner sill/step corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    741625337844
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR WHEEL ARCHES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryINNER AND OUTER SILLS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY CORRODED IN ALL PRESCRIBED AREAS
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY COVERED IN UNSERSEAL, UNABLE TO INSPECT FULLY

  2. Pass157,622 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    157,622 miles
    Test number
    534376659158
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded in all prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal, unable to inspect fully

  3. Fail157,616 miles (+2,471)7 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,616 miles
    Test number
    122443331935
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced foot step (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by spring shackle (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by spring shackle (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass155,145 miles (+8,402)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    155,145 miles
    Test number
    492511700876
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch (rearmost section) corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,743 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    146,743 miles
    Test number
    430445881722
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle body slightly deteriorated

  6. Fail146,726 miles (+8,814)3 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,726 miles
    Test number
    250658799427
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured front mounting point broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,912 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    137,912 miles
    Test number
    899112376734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,904 miles (+7,772)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,904 miles
    Test number
    529909988302
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalk marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill chalk marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalk markede (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass130,132 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    130,132 miles
    Test number
    168723823550
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Excessive corrosion on outer sill, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Excessive corrosion on inner and outer sill, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides by shock absorber top mountings (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion underneath vehicle

  10. Fail130,132 miles (+8,638)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,132 miles
    Test number
    427810035299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Excessive corrosion on outer sill, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Excessive corrosion on inner and outer sill, not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides by shock absorber top mountings (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion underneath vehicle

  11. Pass121,494 miles (+27)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,494 miles
    Test number
    246399854914
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill/step corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle body & chassis corroded

  12. Fail121,467 miles (+7,156)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,467 miles
    Test number
    168584075446
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured front spring eye (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill/step corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle body & chassis corroded

  13. Pass114,311 miles (+12,052)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    114,311 miles
    Test number
    146231474967
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass102,259 miles (+13,117)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    102,259 miles
    Test number
    208249234321
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops loose
    • NoteNearside and offside rear outer chassis legs slightly corroded near top shock mountings
    • NoteNearside front inner wheel arch corroded
    • NoteNearside rear outer door sill corroded

  15. Pass89,142 miles (+14,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    89,142 miles
    Test number
    837606933351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  16. Fail74,569 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    345449522398
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

  17. Pass74,569 miles (+8,718)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    377269822376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,851 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,851 miles
    Test number
    836533231361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,030 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,030 miles
    Test number
    314825560451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,352 miles (+5,425)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,352 miles
    Test number
    271504269239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass52,927 miles (+11,562)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,927 miles
    Test number
    554181148294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass41,365 miles (+6,948)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,365 miles
    Test number
    841447767246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,417 miles
    Test number
    150416266269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 UBF

Does LL53 UBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 UBF expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UBF?
The MOT on LL53 UBF expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 UBF done?
LL53 UBF was recorded at 157,622 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2022, an average of 7,880 miles a year.
Has LL53 UBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UBF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 UBF 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 UBF find?
LL53 UBF passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front and rear wheel arches corroded; inner and outer sills corroded, and 2 more.

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