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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LX53 ZLEMOT history

LX53 ZLE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.

LX53 ZLE white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2023
Mileage
135,892 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 ZLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 ZLE was last recorded at 135,892 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 3,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2013: 94,565 miles, lower than 119,382 miles on 5 Dec 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,478 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,414 miles
Average per year
3,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,892 miles
  • 2022 – 132,478 miles
  • 2021 – 129,191 miles
  • 2020 – 125,104 miles
  • 2019 – 121,182 miles
  • 2018 – 116,583 miles
  • 2017 – 110,132 miles
  • 2016 – 107,242 miles
  • 2015 – 103,574 miles
  • 2014 – 99,682 miles
  • 2013 – 94,565 miles
  • 2011 – 119,382 miles
  • 2010 – 119,234 miles
  • 2009 – 112,114 miles
  • 2007 – 101,620 miles
  • 2006 – 75,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,892 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at both edges, replacement strongly advised.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,892 miles (+3,414)3 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,892 miles
    Test number
    921013209414
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,478 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,478 miles
    Test number
    814589451339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,451 miles (+3,260)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,451 miles
    Test number
    330169707350
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass129,191 miles (+4,087)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,191 miles
    Test number
    277076597222
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat-shield insecure

  5. Pass125,104 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,104 miles
    Test number
    677984779583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,944 miles (+3,762)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,944 miles
    Test number
    996336689962
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn and perished, showing cords (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,182 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,182 miles
    Test number
    820491152679
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at both edges, replacement strongly advised. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail121,182 miles (+4,599)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,182 miles
    Test number
    796686752172
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel leaking from front of engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at both edges, replacement strongly advised. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,583 miles (+6,451)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,583 miles
    Test number
    969839167097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,132 miles (+2,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,132 miles
    Test number
    702734839852
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass107,242 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,242 miles
    Test number
    208690320183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,227 miles (+3,653)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,227 miles
    Test number
    453126918595
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass103,574 miles (+3,892)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,574 miles
    Test number
    375652485155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper rubers splitting.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on out side edge.

  14. Pass99,682 miles (+10)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,682 miles
    Test number
    649611184130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision split
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside rear lamp lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering rack damp

  15. Fail99,672 miles (+5,107)5 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,672 miles
    Test number
    469364874106
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision split
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside rear lamp lens cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering rack damp

  16. Pass94,565 miles (-24,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,565 miles
    Test number
    115184453116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass119,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    119,382 miles
    Test number
    867229031330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,381 miles (+147)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,381 miles
    Test number
    476569131389
    • DangerousEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass119,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    119,234 miles
    Test number
    560973840325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,233 miles (+7,119)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,233 miles
    Test number
    811493840352
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass112,114 miles (+10,494)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    112,114 miles
    Test number
    401430229429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass101,620 miles (+26,028)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    101,620 miles
    Test number
    230836947226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    75,592 miles
    Test number
    552259146241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 ZLE

Does LX53 ZLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 ZLE expired on 6 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 ZLE?
The MOT on LX53 ZLE expired on 6 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 ZLE done?
LX53 ZLE was recorded at 135,892 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 3,527 miles a year.
Has LX53 ZLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 ZLE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LX53 ZLE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 ZLE find?
LX53 ZLE failed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 9 more.

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