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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 BVXMOT history

LD53 BVX is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 140,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LD53 BVX 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 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
140,735 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 BVX
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 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 BVX was last recorded at 140,735 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 1,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,509 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,226 miles
Average per year
5,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,735 miles
  • 2024 – 139,509 miles
  • 2023 – 138,591 miles
  • 2022 – 137,806 miles
  • 2021 – 132,894 miles
  • 2020 – 126,834 miles
  • 2019 – 119,325 miles
  • 2018 – 113,160 miles
  • 2017 – 107,731 miles
  • 2016 – 105,286 miles
  • 2015 – 100,254 miles
  • 2014 – 93,671 miles
  • 2013 – 86,751 miles
  • 2012 – 77,184 miles
  • 2011 – 70,638 miles
  • 2010 – 61,592 miles
  • 2009 – 52,482 miles
  • 2008 – 50,065 miles
  • 2007 – 41,139 miles
  • 2006 – 32,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,735 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and rear in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,735 miles (+1,226)10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,735 miles
    Test number
    203242621558
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and rear in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,509 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,509 miles
    Test number
    391992256275
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail139,486 miles (+895)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,486 miles
    Test number
    412267140542
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass138,591 miles (+785)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,591 miles
    Test number
    137005252854
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (steering rack?) (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass137,806 miles (+23)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,806 miles
    Test number
    115011846175
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack? (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail137,783 miles (+4,889)5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,783 miles
    Test number
    831660241531
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox driveshaft flange seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack? (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass132,894 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    132,894 miles
    Test number
    531099426555
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail132,894 miles (+6,060)3 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,894 miles
    Test number
    952778468381
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass126,834 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,834 miles
    Test number
    914520916816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail126,834 miles (+7,509)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,834 miles
    Test number
    383831226648
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass119,325 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,325 miles
    Test number
    784941812969
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail119,325 miles (+6,165)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,325 miles
    Test number
    103280928575
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass113,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,160 miles
    Test number
    189248427672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,160 miles (+5,429)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,160 miles
    Test number
    698603118143
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass107,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,731 miles
    Test number
    933822941151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,731 miles (+2,445)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,731 miles
    Test number
    285059474787
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass105,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    871263841019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,286 miles (+5,032)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    966684677328
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass100,254 miles (+6,583)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,254 miles
    Test number
    555618365112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass93,671 miles (+95)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,671 miles
    Test number
    967378474108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteCenter to rear exhaust corroded

  21. Fail93,576 miles (+6,825)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,576 miles
    Test number
    968266074125
    • FailureNearside 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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • NoteCenter to rear exhaust corroded

  22. Pass86,751 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    455468373146
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  23. Fail86,751 miles (+9,567)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    205978273135
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  24. Fail77,184 miles3 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,184 miles
    Test number
    205563872185
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside upper door mirror missing but still has adequate view to the rear from lower mirror

  25. Pass77,184 miles (+6,546)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,184 miles
    Test number
    227443372156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside upper door mirror missing but still has adequate view to the rear from lower mirror

  26. Pass70,638 miles (+9,046)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,638 miles
    Test number
    106723771044
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside door mirror

  27. Pass61,592 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,592 miles
    Test number
    572131270013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,482 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,482 miles
    Test number
    741051279099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,065 miles (+8,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,065 miles
    Test number
    941367298218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,139 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,139 miles
    Test number
    314861897294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,054 miles
    Test number
    430366506456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 BVX

Does LD53 BVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 BVX expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 BVX?
The MOT on LD53 BVX expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 BVX done?
LD53 BVX was recorded at 140,735 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 5,711 miles a year.
Has LD53 BVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 BVX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 BVX 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 BVX find?
LD53 BVX failed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 10 major defects and 1 minor defect: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and rear in poor condition; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 8 more.

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