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Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LS51 DZEMOT history

LS51 DZE is a silver diesel Ford Transit first used on 22 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2023.

LS51 DZE silver Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
140,904 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 DZE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS51 DZE was last recorded at 140,904 miles on 26 Oct 2023, 5,980 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,924 miles · 17 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,980 miles
Average per year
7,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,904 miles
  • 2022 – 134,924 miles
  • 2021 – 129,154 miles
  • 2020 – 124,140 miles
  • 2019 – 118,451 miles
  • 2018 – 117,461 miles
  • 2017 – 112,843 miles
  • 2016 – 105,446 miles
  • 2015 – 99,014 miles
  • 2014 – 93,147 miles
  • 2012 – 86,459 miles
  • 2009 – 57,381 miles
  • 2008 – 43,865 miles
  • 2007 – 18,016 miles
  • 2006 – 14,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,904 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area by suspension top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area by suspension top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear leaf spring foremost mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear leaf spring rear most mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle generally corroded

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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm and perished. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside inner and outer sill area distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail140,904 miles (+5,980)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,904 miles
    Test number
    425342935856
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area by suspension top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area by suspension top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear leaf spring foremost mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear leaf spring rear most mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle generally corroded
  2. Pass134,924 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,924 miles
    Test number
    427967698372
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror body cover missing but no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail134,924 miles (+5,770)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,924 miles
    Test number
    925544260357
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror body cover missing but no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass129,154 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    129,154 miles
    Test number
    658779934651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm and perished. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill area distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail129,154 miles (+5,014)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,154 miles
    Test number
    588621007997
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm and perished. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer sill area distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass124,140 miles (+5,689)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,140 miles
    Test number
    585708239793
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill area slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass118,451 miles (+990)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,451 miles
    Test number
    782041308292
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill panel damaged at front end
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass117,461 miles (+336)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,461 miles
    Test number
    574991759480
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough when rotated
  9. Fail117,125 miles (+4,282)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,125 miles
    Test number
    195134973877
    • FailureElectrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed towbar wiring (1.9.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer chassis area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror body (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer chassis area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 195/70x15C (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough when rotated
  10. Pass112,843 miles (+7,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    411901178608
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play noisey when spun (2.6.2)
  11. Pass105,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    464520918423
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail105,446 miles (+6,432)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    347520681811
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass99,014 miles (+5,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    99,014 miles
    Test number
    806665755019
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing noisey
  14. Pass93,147 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,147 miles
    Test number
    699660484020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail93,065 miles (+6,606)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,065 miles
    Test number
    398646874078
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
  16. Pass86,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,459 miles
    Test number
    655711652282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,459 miles (+1)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,459 miles
    Test number
    538736222257
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Fail86,458 miles (+29,077)13 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    948293802296
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNsr outer sill holed & corroding
  19. Pass57,381 miles (+13,516)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,381 miles
    Test number
    710956269120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,865 miles (+25,849)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,865 miles
    Test number
    241426278149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel bearing slight noise
  21. Pass18,016 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,016 miles
    Test number
    290001177489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,650 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,650 miles
    Test number
    730634276127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight noise from o/s/r wheel when rotated (wheel bearing)

Questions about LS51 DZE

Does LS51 DZE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 DZE expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 DZE?
The MOT on LS51 DZE expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 DZE done?
LS51 DZE was recorded at 140,904 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2023, an average of 7,280 miles a year.
Has LS51 DZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 DZE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LS51 DZE 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 LS51 DZE find?
LS51 DZE failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area by suspension top mount; nearside rear brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis area; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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