
Ford Transit
Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc
LU53 FOSMOT history
LU53 FOS is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,495 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 21 Sept 2024
- Mileage
- 149,495 mi
- At MOT on 22 Sept 2023
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 7,390 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LU53 FOS
- 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
- 29 Oct 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 21 Sept 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Sept 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LU53 FOS was last recorded at 149,495 miles on 22 Sept 2023, 2,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 1 Jul 2013: 77,801 miles, lower than 89,990 miles on 25 Jun 2012.
- 3 Feb 2020: 93,557 miles, lower than 136,678 miles on 24 Nov 2017.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 147,054 miles · 22 Sept 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 2,441 miles
- Average per year
- 7,390 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 149,495 miles
- 2022 – 147,054 miles
- 2020 – 93,557 miles
- 2017 – 136,678 miles
- 2016 – 91,955 miles
- 2015 – 86,337 miles
- 2014 – 82,682 miles
- 2013 – 77,801 miles
- 2012 – 89,990 miles
- 2011 – 63,569 miles
- 2010 – 54,453 miles
- 2009 – 43,449 miles
- 2008 – 35,004 miles
- 2006 – 24,717 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017
Engine mounting damaged but not to excess
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
29 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass149,495 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 149,495 miles
- Test number
- 146615625688
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Fail149,464 miles (+2,410)2 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,464 miles
- Test number
- 707348587858
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- 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))
Pass147,054 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 147,054 miles
- Test number
- 103397566503
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
PassMileage not read
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 291143373414
No defects or advisories recorded.
PassMileage not read5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 141849749124
- AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
FailMileage not read14 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 189930181150
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
Pass93,557 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 93,557 miles
- Test number
- 659239661786
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material parts of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and parts of outer sills
Fail93,557 miles3 dangerous9 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,557 miles
- Test number
- 768323953000
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and bulged (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material parts of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and parts of outer sills
PassMileage not read2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 221871424140
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
FailMileage not read1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 992485761289
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength w/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
Pass136,678 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 136,678 miles
- Test number
- 631786692831
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front arch and door damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
Fail136,678 miles1 dangerous10 failures9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,678 miles
- Test number
- 337020476439
- DangerousNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp unit (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front arch and door damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal at rack (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryBonnet release stiff in operation
- AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
- AdvisoryRear chassis heavily corroded and swolen above rear axle o/s & n/s
FailMileage not read1 failure9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 568303119260
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front door shut damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre low on inner edge
- AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryOil level low
- AdvisorySteering rack pinion damp
Pass91,955 miles (+14)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 91,955 miles
- Test number
- 623570769023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill panel (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Stone chip (8.3.1a)
Fail91,941 miles (+5,604)5 failures2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,941 miles
- Test number
- 221571368863
- FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill panel (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill panel (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Stone chip (8.3.1a)
Pass86,337 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 86,337 miles
- Test number
- 405828715220
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,335 miles (+3,653)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,335 miles
- Test number
- 885986915232
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Pass82,682 miles (+4,881)
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 82,682 miles
- Test number
- 777993714297
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,801 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 77,801 miles
- Test number
- 288432583159
- NoteVan modle 280 kg wish bone bushes week sill damaged nsf
Fail77,801 miles (-12,189)1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,801 miles
- Test number
- 358532083104
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteVan modle 280 kg wish bone bushes week sill damaged nsf
Pass89,990 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 89,990 miles
- Test number
- 619767372167
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail89,989 miles (+26,420)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,989 miles
- Test number
- 948398762163
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
- FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
- FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
Pass63,569 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 63,569 miles
- Test number
- 735190161126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,569 miles (+9,116)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,569 miles
- Test number
- 637919051180
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass54,453 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 54,453 miles
- Test number
- 792726930014
- NoteSlight leak from power steering rack
Fail54,453 miles (+11,004)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,453 miles
- Test number
- 741895430052
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Pass43,449 miles (+8,445)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 43,449 miles
- Test number
- 363118729091
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,004 miles (+10,287)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 35,004 miles
- Test number
- 902152728015
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass24,717 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 24,717 miles
- Test number
- 643017406373
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LU53 FOS
- Does LU53 FOS currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LU53 FOS expired on 21 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LU53 FOS?
- The MOT on LU53 FOS expired on 21 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LU53 FOS done?
- LU53 FOS was recorded at 149,495 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2023, an average of 7,390 miles a year.
- Has LU53 FOS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LU53 FOS has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2023.
- Has the mileage on LU53 FOS ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LU53 FOS find?
- LU53 FOS passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface.
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