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Ford Transit Connect

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HGLMOT history

LD53 HGL is a blue diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

LD53 HGL blue 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 21 Apr 2023
Mileage
99,211 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HGL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HGL was last recorded at 99,211 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,209 miles · 15 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,211 miles
  • 2021 – 91,703 miles
  • 2019 – 86,512 miles
  • 2018 – 81,753 miles
  • 2017 – 76,709 miles
  • 2016 – 68,552 miles
  • 2015 – 62,449 miles
  • 2014 – 56,579 miles
  • 2013 – 50,592 miles
  • 2012 – 44,529 miles
  • 2011 – 38,008 miles
  • 2010 – 30,685 miles
  • 2009 – 22,742 miles
  • 2008 – 17,537 miles
  • 2007 – 14,180 miles
  • 2006 – 10,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,211 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded & Offside Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,211 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,211 miles
    Test number
    211570479543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded & Offside Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail99,209 miles (+7,506)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,209 miles
    Test number
    621813032653
    • 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 Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outside wall 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass91,703 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,703 miles
    Test number
    617573219056
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear main line (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,701 miles (+5,189)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,701 miles
    Test number
    718619845454
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear main line (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,512 miles (+4,759)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,512 miles
    Test number
    218836283797
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf osf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,753 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,753 miles
    Test number
    237630220872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail81,751 miles (+5,042)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,751 miles
    Test number
    533358528774
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • 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 Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,709 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,709 miles
    Test number
    847223527602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill corroding

  9. Fail76,709 miles (+8,157)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,709 miles
    Test number
    513124096115
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill corroding

  10. Pass68,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,552 miles
    Test number
    690505036529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,552 miles (+6,103)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,552 miles
    Test number
    573503842852
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass62,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,449 miles
    Test number
    564138581733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,449 miles (+5,870)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,449 miles
    Test number
    779410241043
    • FailureInner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass56,579 miles (+5,987)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,579 miles
    Test number
    327975524480
    • NoteRear brake pipes slight pitted

  15. Pass50,592 miles (+6,063)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,592 miles
    Test number
    228774123215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,529 miles (+6,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,529 miles
    Test number
    648109912226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass38,008 miles (+7,323)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,008 miles
    Test number
    756630121296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLight corrosion on brake pipe's
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on edge's

  18. Pass30,685 miles (+7,943)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,685 miles
    Test number
    683404410222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,742 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,742 miles
    Test number
    100078309226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,537 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,537 miles
    Test number
    402172218267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,180 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,180 miles
    Test number
    493988697193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,463 miles
    Test number
    813353416257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,463 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,463 miles
    Test number
    824803416293
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LD53 HGL

Does LD53 HGL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HGL expired on 21 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HGL?
The MOT on LD53 HGL expired on 21 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HGL done?
LD53 HGL was recorded at 99,211 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 5,666 miles a year.
Has LD53 HGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HGL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 HGL 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 HGL find?
LD53 HGL passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded & offside front; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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