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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HGEMOT history

LD53 HGE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 11 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 182,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2024.

LD53 HGE 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 2 Jul 2025
Mileage
182,775 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2024
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
8,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HGE
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
11 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HGE was last recorded at 182,775 miles on 1 Jul 2024, 13,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,348 miles · 3 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
13,427 miles
Average per year
8,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 182,775 miles
  • 2023 – 169,348 miles
  • 2022 – 169,328 miles
  • 2021 – 163,609 miles
  • 2020 – 151,310 miles
  • 2019 – 132,307 miles
  • 2018 – 119,885 miles
  • 2017 – 116,877 miles
  • 2016 – 107,218 miles
  • 2015 – 93,920 miles
  • 2014 – 92,962 miles
  • 2013 – 86,371 miles
  • 2011 – 86,169 miles
  • 2010 – 77,614 miles
  • 2009 – 64,920 miles
  • 2008 – 51,951 miles
  • 2007 – 37,859 miles
  • 2006 – 25,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,775 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both N/S and O/S 195 70 15 C (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to brake load valve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,775 miles (+13,427)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    182,775 miles
    Test number
    271788336735
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both N/S and O/S 195 70 15 C (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass169,348 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,348 miles
    Test number
    754614070167
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail169,337 miles (+9)7 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,337 miles
    Test number
    684164309605
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating x2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail169,328 miles (+11)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,328 miles
    Test number
    581228775379
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to brake load valve (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail169,317 miles (+5,708)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,317 miles
    Test number
    704525000126
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to brake load valve (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass163,609 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    163,609 miles
    Test number
    929949278562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail163,104 miles (+11,794)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,104 miles
    Test number
    857402988010
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  8. Pass151,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    151,310 miles
    Test number
    336202927400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail151,310 miles (+6)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,310 miles
    Test number
    147486933524
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick PAD (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour BOTH REAR INDICATORS (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low BOTH FRONT HEADLAMPS (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV BOOT BURST (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV BOOT BURST (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SIIL HAS CORROSION AT THE END OF SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel BOTH REAR BRAKES LOW EFFORTS (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONT BOTTOM BALL JOINTS (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ANTI ROLL BAR D BUSH SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail151,304 miles (+6,903)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,304 miles
    Test number
    413566734436
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail144,401 miles (+12,094)9 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,401 miles
    Test number
    811036518979
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Rear with connecting to Nearside Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  12. Pass132,307 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,307 miles
    Test number
    949555810549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,300 miles (+12,415)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,300 miles
    Test number
    609242278909
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  14. Pass119,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    119,885 miles
    Test number
    197466649770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,885 miles (+3,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,885 miles
    Test number
    371771776088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass116,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,877 miles
    Test number
    845031693902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,877 miles (+9,659)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,877 miles
    Test number
    381453719586
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass107,218 miles (+13,298)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,218 miles
    Test number
    872104982249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,920 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    93,920 miles
    Test number
    866757445035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,962 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,962 miles
    Test number
    367048244019
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail92,961 miles (+6,590)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,961 miles
    Test number
    695764644016
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass86,371 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,371 miles
    Test number
    895885643068
    • NoteLight surface corrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteWrap around cover missing from offside, rear bumper
  23. Fail86,371 miles (+202)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,371 miles
    Test number
    925975043037
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteLight surface corrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteWrap around cover missing from offside, rear bumper
  24. Pass86,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,169 miles
    Test number
    279446521303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail86,169 miles (+8,555)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,169 miles
    Test number
    228555421396
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  26. Pass77,614 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,614 miles
    Test number
    382385830497
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  27. Fail77,614 miles (+12,694)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,614 miles
    Test number
    891275230227
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  28. Pass64,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    720200819256
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  29. Fail64,920 miles (+12,969)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    820090519200
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  30. Pass51,951 miles (+14,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,951 miles
    Test number
    633170918226
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  31. Pass37,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,859 miles
    Test number
    644420807283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail37,859 miles (+12,131)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,859 miles
    Test number
    251099397179
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  33. Pass25,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,728 miles
    Test number
    294954616257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 HGE

Does LD53 HGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HGE expired on 2 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HGE?
The MOT on LD53 HGE expired on 2 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HGE done?
LD53 HGE was recorded at 182,775 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2024, an average of 8,767 miles a year.
Has LD53 HGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HGE has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 HGE 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 HGE find?
LD53 HGE passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s 195 70 15 c, and 2 more.

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