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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BBJMOT history

LD53 BBJ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 172,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2024.

LD53 BBJ 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 28 Jun 2025
Mileage
172,635 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BBJ
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
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BBJ was last recorded at 172,635 miles on 29 Jun 2024, 10,883 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,752 miles · 20 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10,883 miles
Average per year
8,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 172,635 miles
  • 2023 – 161,752 miles
  • 2022 – 148,274 miles
  • 2021 – 140,688 miles
  • 2020 – 125,307 miles
  • 2019 – 104,999 miles
  • 2017 – 98,443 miles
  • 2016 – 90,821 miles
  • 2015 – 85,174 miles
  • 2014 – 81,385 miles
  • 2013 – 77,229 miles
  • 2012 – 73,938 miles
  • 2011 – 71,027 miles
  • 2010 – 65,003 miles
  • 2009 – 54,992 miles
  • 2008 – 48,411 miles
  • 2007 – 36,560 miles
  • 2006 – 28,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,635 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,635 miles (+10,883)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    172,635 miles
    Test number
    772987790886
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion.

  2. Pass161,752 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    161,752 miles
    Test number
    747957500905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,746 miles (+13,472)1 dangerous10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,746 miles
    Test number
    908979550914
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65x15 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,274 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,274 miles
    Test number
    322375346300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail148,270 miles (+7,582)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,270 miles
    Test number
    674042318942
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing from every wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass140,688 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,688 miles
    Test number
    139769869286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail140,688 miles (+15,381)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,688 miles
    Test number
    150437898412
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass125,307 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    199962413868
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes

  9. Fail125,307 miles (+20,308)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    780640867798
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working pipe split under bonnet (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate bulb covers loose

  10. Pass104,999 miles (+29)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,999 miles
    Test number
    331630251909
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail104,970 miles (+6,527)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,970 miles
    Test number
    691641182183
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass98,443 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,443 miles
    Test number
    702769668818
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail98,443 miles (+7,622)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,443 miles
    Test number
    728104849458
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass90,821 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,821 miles
    Test number
    416131490744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail90,820 miles (+5,646)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    167743448590
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass85,174 miles (+3,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,174 miles
    Test number
    524530063279
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass81,385 miles (+4,156)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,385 miles
    Test number
    827163624384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,229 miles (+3,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    416844123319
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass73,938 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,938 miles
    Test number
    955136422360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,936 miles (+2,909)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,936 miles
    Test number
    228855622321
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

  21. Pass71,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,027 miles
    Test number
    428882011338
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail71,027 miles (+6,024)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,027 miles
    Test number
    616952711305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass65,003 miles (+10,011)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,003 miles
    Test number
    233525630236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,992 miles (+6,581)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,992 miles
    Test number
    314793909449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,411 miles (+11,851)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,411 miles
    Test number
    630735068194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,560 miles (+8,515)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,560 miles
    Test number
    473798597144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,045 miles
    Test number
    303626006444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,045 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,045 miles
    Test number
    983766406272
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about LD53 BBJ

Does LD53 BBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 BBJ expired on 28 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BBJ?
The MOT on LD53 BBJ expired on 28 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 BBJ done?
LD53 BBJ was recorded at 172,635 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2024, an average of 8,064 miles a year.
Has LD53 BBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BBJ has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 BBJ 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 BBJ find?
LD53 BBJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2024 with 8 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear.; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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