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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,402 cc

LR53 YEFMOT history

LR53 YEF is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 11 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 232,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2023.

LR53 YEF white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2024
Mileage
232,276 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 YEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 YEF was last recorded at 232,276 miles on 7 Mar 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,263 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
12,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 232,276 miles
  • 2022 – 232,263 miles
  • 2021 – 222,421 miles
  • 2020 – 208,147 miles
  • 2015 – 182,657 miles
  • 2014 – 155,597 miles
  • 2013 – 126,506 miles
  • 2012 – 98,894 miles
  • 2011 – 78,422 miles
  • 2010 – 64,707 miles
  • 2009 – 51,294 miles
  • 2008 – 37,090 miles
  • 2007 – 28,362 miles
  • 2006 – 21,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,276 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Outline marker lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,276 miles (+13)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    232,276 miles
    Test number
    536429912694
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Outline marker lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  2. Fail232,263 miles (+9,842)1 dangerous13 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,263 miles
    Test number
    703983681485
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass222,421 miles (+14,274)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    222,421 miles
    Test number
    763248116648
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass208,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    208,147 miles
    Test number
    274222374315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail208,147 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,147 miles
    Test number
    870729825345
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  6. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    955228780448
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion front wings and door sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion crossmemberb held up,to finger and thumb pressure (6.1.B.2)
  7. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    899690639610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion front wings and door sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion crossmemberb held up,to finger and thumb pressure (6.1.B.2)
  8. Pass182,657 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    182,657 miles
    Test number
    546999258061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake balance only just met 29%
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  9. Fail182,647 miles (+9)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,647 miles
    Test number
    842206718800
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  10. Fail182,638 miles (+27,041)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,638 miles
    Test number
    231633651042
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Pass155,597 miles (+5)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    155,597 miles
    Test number
    319473684429
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside inner sill holed below doorstep,not in a prescribed area
    • NoteOffside front inner wind corroded outside prescribed areas
  12. Fail155,592 miles (+29,086)1 dangerous7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,592 miles
    Test number
    455071384229
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass126,506 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    126,506 miles
    Test number
    317204383450
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Fail126,498 miles (+27,604)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,498 miles
    Test number
    175421883276
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass98,894 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,894 miles
    Test number
    336074382286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear inner tyre punchtured
  16. Fail98,884 miles (+20,462)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,884 miles
    Test number
    398344482227
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear inner tyre punchtured
  17. Pass78,422 miles (+13,715)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    78,422 miles
    Test number
    147315581225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,707 miles (+13,413)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,707 miles
    Test number
    381648250285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,294 miles (+14,204)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,294 miles
    Test number
    562110889253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,090 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    113132968262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,362 miles (+7,318)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,362 miles
    Test number
    310744187285
    • NoteOffside front steering drum stick has slight movement in steering rack.
  22. Pass21,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,044 miles
    Test number
    431635186276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,044 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,044 miles
    Test number
    861785886261
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LR53 YEF

Does LR53 YEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 YEF expired on 6 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 YEF?
The MOT on LR53 YEF expired on 6 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 YEF done?
LR53 YEF was recorded at 232,276 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2023, an average of 12,880 miles a year.
Has LR53 YEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 YEF has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 YEF 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 LR53 YEF find?
LR53 YEF passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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