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Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LS53 TKZMOT history

LS53 TKZ is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 192,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2022.

LS53 TKZ blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2023
Mileage
192,513 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 TKZ
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
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 TKZ was last recorded at 192,513 miles on 30 May 2022, 9,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,399 miles · 6 May 2021
Between the last two tests
9,114 miles
Average per year
10,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 192,513 miles
  • 2021 – 183,399 miles
  • 2020 – 172,619 miles
  • 2019 – 165,412 miles
  • 2018 – 153,891 miles
  • 2017 – 136,029 miles
  • 2016 – 132,216 miles
  • 2015 – 126,825 miles
  • 2014 – 120,900 miles
  • 2013 – 112,197 miles
  • 2011 – 99,017 miles
  • 2010 – 76,125 miles
  • 2008 – 55,403 miles
  • 2007 – 42,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,513 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis above rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis above rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,513 miles (+9,114)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    192,513 miles
    Test number
    151698207377
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis above rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis above rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass183,399 miles (+495)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    183,399 miles
    Test number
    667681664701
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail182,904 miles (+10,285)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,904 miles
    Test number
    494263981271
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting INNER AND OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting INNER AND OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting REAR CROSSMEMBER (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass172,619 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    172,619 miles
    Test number
    992836812341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail172,618 miles (+7,206)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,618 miles
    Test number
    106983257388
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly damaged TOWING SOCKET (6.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass165,412 miles (+11,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    165,412 miles
    Test number
    413296570250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on lim (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass153,891 miles (+17,862)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    153,891 miles
    Test number
    857384555116
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Across Axle (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass136,029 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    954236948859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Fail136,029 miles (+3,813)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    909156324429
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass132,216 miles (+5,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    132,216 miles
    Test number
    484227869453
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion but not holed

  11. Pass126,825 miles (+5,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    126,825 miles
    Test number
    737685605032
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass120,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    120,900 miles
    Test number
    499819304010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,900 miles (+8,703)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,900 miles
    Test number
    107619104009
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass112,197 miles (+13,180)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,197 miles
    Test number
    298467703020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  15. Pass99,017 miles (+8,800)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    99,017 miles
    Test number
    826746751314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,217 miles (+14,092)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,217 miles
    Test number
    449807901035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,125 miles (+20,722)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    991851510014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,403 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,403 miles
    Test number
    291524688166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,340 miles (+12,396)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,340 miles
    Test number
    422433188115
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass42,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    300594087121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 TKZ

Does LS53 TKZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 TKZ expired on 29 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 TKZ?
The MOT on LS53 TKZ expired on 29 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 TKZ done?
LS53 TKZ was recorded at 192,513 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2022, an average of 10,033 miles a year.
Has LS53 TKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 TKZ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 TKZ 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 LS53 TKZ find?
LS53 TKZ passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis above rear axle, and 4 more.

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