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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BBEMOT history

LD53 BBE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 4 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LD53 BBE white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,671 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BBE
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
4 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BBE was last recorded at 105,671 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,668 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,671 miles
  • 2025 – 104,570 miles
  • 2024 – 102,848 miles
  • 2023 – 95,177 miles
  • 2022 – 88,093 miles
  • 2020 – 81,250 miles
  • 2019 – 73,031 miles
  • 2018 – 67,437 miles
  • 2016 – 64,962 miles
  • 2015 – 62,631 miles
  • 2014 – 59,511 miles
  • 2012 – 54,189 miles
  • 2011 – 50,548 miles
  • 2010 – 45,955 miles
  • 2008 – 40,469 miles
  • 2007 – 33,804 miles
  • 2006 – 25,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,671 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,671 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,671 miles
    Test number
    352848076322
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,668 miles (+1,098)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,668 miles
    Test number
    572039121402
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both upper and lower gaiters badly split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both number plate lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    389465146321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail104,570 miles (+1,722)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    587134669232
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,848 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    102,848 miles
    Test number
    362467462381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail102,767 miles (+7,590)2 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    491667967940
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox not connected. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link gaiter split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,177 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,177 miles
    Test number
    850748034175
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill covered with black sealant
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail95,177 miles (+7,084)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,177 miles
    Test number
    928927356698
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner and outer sill covered with black sealant
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,093 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,093 miles
    Test number
    908883107523
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail88,093 miles (+6,843)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,093 miles
    Test number
    184202938429
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass81,250 miles (+8,219)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,250 miles
    Test number
    177666916560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,031 miles (+5,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,031 miles
    Test number
    846512826132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass67,437 miles (+2,475)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,437 miles
    Test number
    752260020464
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass64,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,962 miles
    Test number
    827676413967
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail64,962 miles (+2,331)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,962 miles
    Test number
    854469612399
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass62,631 miles (+3,120)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,631 miles
    Test number
    309886265113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSump heavily corroded

  17. Fail59,511 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    165286324160
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory brake light out

  18. Pass59,511 miles (+5,322)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    495156224154
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory brake light out

  19. Pass54,189 miles (+3,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    938426772222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass50,548 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,548 miles
    Test number
    386496911290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCambelt due

  21. Fail50,548 miles (+4,593)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,548 miles
    Test number
    179896611248
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCambelt due

  22. Pass45,955 miles (+5,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,955 miles
    Test number
    763015310002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail40,469 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,469 miles
    Test number
    253419218243
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass40,469 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,469 miles
    Test number
    443149418275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,804 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,804 miles
    Test number
    754003847271
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass33,804 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,804 miles
    Test number
    964913247298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,691 miles
    Test number
    251521046259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,691 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,691 miles
    Test number
    850291946237
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LD53 BBE

Does LD53 BBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 BBE is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BBE?
The MOT on LD53 BBE is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 BBE done?
LD53 BBE was recorded at 105,671 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 3,985 miles a year.
Has LD53 BBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BBE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 BBE 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 LD53 BBE find?
LD53 BBE passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front upper obligatory mirror slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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