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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BKLMOT history

LD53 BKL is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2023.

LD53 BKL 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 10 Mar 2024
Mileage
153,762 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2023
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BKL
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
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 BKL was last recorded at 153,762 miles on 4 Mar 2023, 7,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jan 2011: 73,473 miles, lower than 75,114 miles on 29 Dec 2009.

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
146,566 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,196 miles
Average per year
7,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,762 miles
  • 2022 – 146,566 miles
  • 2021 – 138,235 miles
  • 2020 – 135,699 miles
  • 2019 – 130,192 miles
  • 2018 – 125,408 miles
  • 2017 – 117,378 miles
  • 2016 – 112,911 miles
  • 2015 – 105,980 miles
  • 2014 – 100,159 miles
  • 2013 – 95,310 miles
  • 2011 – 84,103 miles
  • 2009 – 75,114 miles
  • 2008 – 41,131 miles
  • 2007 – 34,973 miles
  • 2006 – 27,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,762 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear all rear chassis and iron work corroded

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 Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,762 miles (+7,196)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,762 miles
    Test number
    900524827111
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear chassis and iron work corroded

  2. Pass146,566 miles (+8,331)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    146,566 miles
    Test number
    386744490225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,235 miles (+8)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,235 miles
    Test number
    613750892108
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail138,227 miles (+2,528)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,227 miles
    Test number
    702337920522
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn anti roll bar D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass135,699 miles (+5,507)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    786781950733
    • AdvisoryFront Lower radiator support slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass130,192 miles (+4,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    130,192 miles
    Test number
    186266291425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass125,408 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,408 miles
    Test number
    717261548713
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail125,407 miles (+8,029)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,407 miles
    Test number
    185377824953
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass117,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,378 miles
    Test number
    737767927313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail117,377 miles (+4,466)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,377 miles
    Test number
    319647450564
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass112,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,911 miles
    Test number
    770338668961
    • AdvisoryOffside Front getting low on inner and outer raised tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail112,911 miles (+6,931)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,911 miles
    Test number
    761930520225
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass105,980 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    868368205037
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail105,980 miles (+5,821)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    628408605012
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass100,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,159 miles
    Test number
    157399504490
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail100,154 miles (+4,844)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    626779604096
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass95,310 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    95,310 miles
    Test number
    486474713080
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail95,308 miles (+11,205)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,308 miles
    Test number
    609804713006
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass84,103 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    489030031408
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/f iner brake disc slightly scored

  20. Fail84,103 miles (+10,630)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    505070431339
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/f iner brake disc slightly scored

  21. Pass73,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,473 miles
    Test number
    245957501044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,473 miles (-1,641)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,473 miles
    Test number
    726987601082
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass75,114 miles (+33,983)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,114 miles
    Test number
    464713469301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,131 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    41,131 miles
    Test number
    703844758349
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass41,122 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    41,122 miles
    Test number
    724904048336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,762 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,762 miles
    Test number
    643324198042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,973 miles (+7,635)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,973 miles
    Test number
    263039997437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,338 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,338 miles
    Test number
    162882916234
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limits
    • NoteSlight cuts in sidewall of n/s/r tyre not exposing any cords at time of test
    • NoteSlight dirt ingress to rear registration plate
    • NoteSpare wheel loose in carrier

  29. Fail27,338 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,338 miles
    Test number
    443042616257
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limits
    • NoteSlight cuts in sidewall of n/s/r tyre not exposing any cords at time of test
    • NoteSlight dirt ingress to rear registration plate
    • NoteSpare wheel loose in carrier

Questions about LD53 BKL

Does LD53 BKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 BKL expired on 10 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BKL?
The MOT on LD53 BKL expired on 10 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 BKL done?
LD53 BKL was recorded at 153,762 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2023, an average of 7,620 miles a year.
Has LD53 BKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BKL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 BKL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 BKL find?
LD53 BKL passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 8 more.

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