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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BBZMOT history

LD53 BBZ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 14 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LD53 BBZ 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,506 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BBZ
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
14 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BBZ was last recorded at 159,506 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 6,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 May 2009: 45,276 miles, lower than 427,475 miles on 28 Aug 2008.

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
152,923 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,583 miles
Average per year
6,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,506 miles
  • 2025 – 152,923 miles
  • 2024 – 146,639 miles
  • 2023 – 140,529 miles
  • 2022 – 135,242 miles
  • 2021 – 130,006 miles
  • 2020 – 124,998 miles
  • 2019 – 118,466 miles
  • 2018 – 111,963 miles
  • 2017 – 105,568 miles
  • 2016 – 98,648 miles
  • 2015 – 92,051 miles
  • 2014 – 84,509 miles
  • 2013 – 77,432 miles
  • 2012 – 70,175 miles
  • 2011 – 62,393 miles
  • 2010 – 54,358 miles
  • 2009 – 45,276 miles
  • 2008 – 427,475 miles
  • 2007 – 36,686 miles
  • 2006 – 28,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,506 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre stop light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,506 miles (+6,583)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,506 miles
    Test number
    104778082180
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,923 miles (+116)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,923 miles
    Test number
    526101528370
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail152,807 miles (+6,168)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,807 miles
    Test number
    252935792453
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated leaking (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,639 miles (+6,110)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,639 miles
    Test number
    509704053711
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass140,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    140,529 miles
    Test number
    516421052806
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail140,529 miles (+5,287)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,529 miles
    Test number
    134652179550
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 outer sill to floorpan holed next to leaf spring anchor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass135,242 miles (+5,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    135,242 miles
    Test number
    156500378955
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,006 miles (+5,008)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,006 miles
    Test number
    677061085879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,998 miles (+6,532)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    124,998 miles
    Test number
    255876056866
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass118,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    136189562386
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn

  11. Fail118,466 miles (+6,503)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    451948855793
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn

  12. Pass111,963 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,963 miles
    Test number
    857053375926
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  13. Fail111,963 miles (+6,395)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,963 miles
    Test number
    431601029987
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  14. Pass105,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,568 miles
    Test number
    932060909464
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  15. Fail105,568 miles (+6,920)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,568 miles
    Test number
    425553366234
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  16. Pass98,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,648 miles
    Test number
    331963951668
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn smooth
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn outer edge

  17. Fail98,648 miles (+6,597)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,648 miles
    Test number
    506941692361
    • FailureLower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn smooth
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn outer edge

  18. Pass92,051 miles (+7,542)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,051 miles
    Test number
    128780825195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working
    • NoteGearbox tie bar rubber mounting broken
    • NoteNsr tyre worn/flat spots 1.6mm

  19. Pass84,509 miles (+7,077)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,509 miles
    Test number
    175090924184
    • NoteChips in screen

  20. Pass77,432 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    329497523112
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteEngine oil

  21. Fail77,432 miles (+7,257)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    446902623109
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass70,175 miles (+7,782)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,175 miles
    Test number
    265349422461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,393 miles
    Test number
    377363221109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,393 miles (+8,035)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,393 miles
    Test number
    649663221162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Fail54,358 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,358 miles
    Test number
    351625620134
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges.

  26. Pass54,358 miles (+9,082)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,358 miles
    Test number
    474535020163
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges.

  27. Pass45,276 miles (-382,199)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,276 miles
    Test number
    342236429191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass427,475 miles (+390,789)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    427,475 miles
    Test number
    302221648433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,686 miles
    Test number
    324867457400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail36,686 miles (+8,108)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,686 miles
    Test number
    183447747216
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass28,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,578 miles
    Test number
    963300456224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 BBZ

Does LD53 BBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 BBZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BBZ?
The MOT on LD53 BBZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 BBZ done?
LD53 BBZ was recorded at 159,506 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 6,597 miles a year.
Has LD53 BBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BBZ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 BBZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 BBZ find?
LD53 BBZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 9 more.

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