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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HFEMOT history

LD53 HFE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 16 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 236,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2022.

LD53 HFE 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 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
236,970 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HFE
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
16 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HFE was last recorded at 236,970 miles on 16 Mar 2022, 8,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2016: 198,568 miles, lower than 198,781 miles on 20 Apr 2016.

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
228,726 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,244 miles
Average per year
13,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 236,970 miles
  • 2020 – 228,726 miles
  • 2019 – 224,453 miles
  • 2018 – 219,671 miles
  • 2017 – 211,833 miles
  • 2016 – 198,568 miles
  • 2015 – 161,622 miles
  • 2014 – 147,765 miles
  • 2013 – 134,796 miles
  • 2012 – 116,934 miles
  • 2011 – 97,232 miles
  • 2010 – 70,395 miles
  • 2009 – 48,528 miles
  • 2008 – 45,245 miles
  • 2007 – 36,470 miles
  • 2006 – 27,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,970 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion especially to offside inner and outer sill

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,970 miles (+8,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    236,970 miles
    Test number
    837238016064
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion especially to offside inner and outer sill
  2. Pass228,726 miles (+4,273)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    228,726 miles
    Test number
    784675785285
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass224,453 miles (+4,782)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    224,453 miles
    Test number
    482008123507
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  4. Pass219,671 miles (+7,838)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    219,671 miles
    Test number
    709503010061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Marked In Yellow (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  5. Pass211,833 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    211,833 miles
    Test number
    988980916079
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak From engine
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  6. Fail211,813 miles (+13,245)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,813 miles
    Test number
    128923694482
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength Outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak From engine
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  7. Pass198,568 miles (-213)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    198,568 miles
    Test number
    488741123277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail198,781 miles (+37,159)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,781 miles
    Test number
    353269286309
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box missing (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  9. Pass161,622 miles (+13,857)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    161,622 miles
    Test number
    368342815116
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f drop link slight play
  10. Pass147,765 miles (+12,969)12 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    147,765 miles
    Test number
    205516774065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery slightly insecure
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip wearing
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
  11. Fail134,796 miles2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,796 miles
    Test number
    746201573030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFootbrake anti slip provision wearing through., recomend replacement.
  12. Pass134,796 miles (+17,862)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    134,796 miles
    Test number
    885001173094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFootbrake anti slip provision wearing through., recomend replacement.
  13. Pass116,934 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    116,934 miles
    Test number
    115829872490
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteFootbrake anti slip provision wearing through.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
  14. Fail116,934 miles (+19,702)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,934 miles
    Test number
    137809872421
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteFootbrake anti slip provision wearing through.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
  15. Pass97,232 miles (+26,837)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    796048661016
    • NoteNearside inner drive shaft gaiter split.
  16. Pass70,395 miles (+21,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,395 miles
    Test number
    272020750065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass48,528 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    523797379037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,245 miles
    Test number
    384121448438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,245 miles (+8,775)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,245 miles
    Test number
    710909238209
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Pass36,470 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,470 miles
    Test number
    321054447282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,207 miles
    Test number
    512328346208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,207 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,207 miles
    Test number
    452818246266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 HFE

Does LD53 HFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HFE expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HFE?
The MOT on LD53 HFE expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HFE done?
LD53 HFE was recorded at 236,970 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2022, an average of 13,510 miles a year.
Has LD53 HFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HFE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2017.
Has the mileage on LD53 HFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 HFE find?
LD53 HFE passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s); general corrosion especially to offside inner and outer sill.

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