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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BDZMOT history

LD53 BDZ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

LD53 BDZ white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2023
Mileage
122,198 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BDZ
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 6 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BDZ was last recorded at 122,198 miles on 7 Nov 2022, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,076 miles · 25 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
6,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,198 miles
  • 2021 – 116,547 miles
  • 2020 – 106,326 miles
  • 2019 – 101,314 miles
  • 2018 – 92,604 miles
  • 2017 – 85,283 miles
  • 2016 – 80,205 miles
  • 2015 – 75,049 miles
  • 2014 – 69,746 miles
  • 2013 – 64,187 miles
  • 2012 – 60,044 miles
  • 2011 – 55,715 miles
  • 2010 – 48,857 miles
  • 2009 – 43,749 miles
  • 2008 – 39,957 miles
  • 2007 – 31,166 miles
  • 2006 – 23,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,198 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv boot covered in grease but not holes foundRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust fouling anti roll bar link etc,appears too tight/incorect for vehicle ,advise attention asap

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,198 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,198 miles
    Test number
    596909613170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv boot covered in grease but not holes found
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust fouling anti roll bar link etc,appears too tight/incorect for vehicle ,advise attention asap

  2. Fail122,076 miles (+5,529)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,076 miles
    Test number
    267176793077
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner cv boot covered in grease but not holes found
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,547 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,547 miles
    Test number
    936296645040
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  4. Fail116,547 miles (+10,221)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,547 miles
    Test number
    255321729534
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  5. Pass106,326 miles (+5,012)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,326 miles
    Test number
    591056312295
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass101,314 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,314 miles
    Test number
    722871683765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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

  7. Fail101,314 miles (+8,710)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,314 miles
    Test number
    533549120518
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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

  8. Pass92,604 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    866064176123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on clutch master cylinder

  9. Fail92,604 miles (+2,593)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    349442502584
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on clutch master cylinder

  10. Pass90,011 miles (+76)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,011 miles
    Test number
    139855737408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryClutch master slight weep

  11. Fail89,935 miles (+4,652)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,935 miles
    Test number
    953211691511
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryClutch master slight weep

  12. Pass85,283 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,283 miles
    Test number
    922214454087
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail85,227 miles (+5,022)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    474296972709
    • FailureEmissions not tested excessive smoke (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass80,205 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,205 miles
    Test number
    904366715171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,049 miles (+133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,049 miles
    Test number
    158037955436
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  16. Fail74,916 miles (+5,170)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,916 miles
    Test number
    646980855087
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  17. Pass69,746 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,746 miles
    Test number
    687936754070
    • NoteOil filming around the offside of the engine
    • NotePin hole in nearside inner c.v boot
    • NoteSlight fluctuation from rear brakes
    • NoteSmall split in offside front lower anti roll bar link dust cover
    • NoteSmall/shallow cut in nearside front tyre valve

  18. Fail69,746 miles (+5,559)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,746 miles
    Test number
    968876054014
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil filming around the offside of the engine
    • NotePin hole in nearside inner c.v boot
    • NoteSlight fluctuation from rear brakes
    • NoteSmall split in offside front lower anti roll bar link dust cover
    • NoteSmall/shallow cut in nearside front tyre valve

  19. Pass64,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,187 miles
    Test number
    795856233075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail64,187 miles (+4,143)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,187 miles
    Test number
    337916133053
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront inner brake pads dificult to view to measure
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn almost smooth at edge away from main tread band

  21. Fail60,044 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,044 miles
    Test number
    399828342002
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working

  22. Pass60,044 miles (+4,329)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,044 miles
    Test number
    539728142094
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working

  23. Pass55,715 miles (+6,858)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    856316031052
    • NoteEmissions close to limits
    • NoteSlight oil leak at oil filter area

  24. Pass48,857 miles (+5,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,857 miles
    Test number
    741490150012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass43,749 miles (+3,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    371482169069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail39,957 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,957 miles
    Test number
    371210878128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,957 miles (+8,791)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,957 miles
    Test number
    724130778100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,166 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,166 miles
    Test number
    211766567412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,416 miles
    Test number
    631051576123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 BDZ

Does LD53 BDZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 BDZ expired on 6 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BDZ?
The MOT on LD53 BDZ 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 LD53 BDZ done?
LD53 BDZ was recorded at 122,198 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 6,029 miles a year.
Has LD53 BDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BDZ has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 BDZ 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 BDZ find?
LD53 BDZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front inner cv boot covered in grease but not holes found; oil leak, but not excessive; centre and rear exhaust fouling anti roll bar link etc,appears too tight/incorect for vehicle ,advise attention asap.

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