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LB53 SXH

2003 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

148,644 mi
Last recorded148,644 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Connect108,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 SXH
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 148,644 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 138,432 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 131,016 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Oct 2016 131,016 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 123,133 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 123,133 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 114,728 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 114,727 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r lens damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2014 114,137 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 94,045 miles

1, O/S/R WHEEL BERRING NOISY, NEED CHANGING

Pass 6 Mar 2012 87,464 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 73,867 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 58,351 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 49,938 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 37,570 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 25,468 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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LB53 SXH is a 2003 Ford Connect in White with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 108,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB53 SXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB53 SXH registered?

LB53 SXH is a 2003 Ford Connect, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LB53 SXH safe to buy?

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