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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HGXMOT history

LD53 HGX is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 17 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LD53 HGX white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,726 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HGX
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
17 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HGX was last recorded at 160,726 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 6,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,369 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,357 miles
Average per year
7,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,726 miles
  • 2025 – 154,369 miles
  • 2024 – 145,969 miles
  • 2022 – 130,580 miles
  • 2021 – 118,473 miles
  • 2019 – 104,616 miles
  • 2018 – 98,029 miles
  • 2017 – 91,383 miles
  • 2014 – 85,320 miles
  • 2013 – 75,516 miles
  • 2012 – 63,311 miles
  • 2011 – 52,376 miles
  • 2010 – 44,051 miles
  • 2009 – 35,047 miles
  • 2007 – 22,685 miles
  • 2006 – 12,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,726 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,726 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,726 miles
    Test number
    706846997738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,726 miles (+6,357)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,726 miles
    Test number
    968135575461
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,369 miles (+343)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    154,369 miles
    Test number
    587355299072
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,026 miles (+8,057)1 dangerous7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,026 miles
    Test number
    189405582943
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to its minimum limit/ void of tread on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,969 miles (+15,389)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,969 miles
    Test number
    258069782935
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass130,580 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,580 miles
    Test number
    143295968742
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail130,580 miles (+12,107)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,580 miles
    Test number
    475185064006
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass118,473 miles (+13,857)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    118,473 miles
    Test number
    930192354167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,616 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,616 miles
    Test number
    302028596915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides bumper corners missing at time of test

  10. Fail104,616 miles (+6,587)1 dangerous5 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,616 miles
    Test number
    873602929653
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Spill pipes (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides bumper corners missing at time of test

  11. Pass98,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,029 miles
    Test number
    587835968957
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Stone chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides outer bumper corner missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail98,029 miles (+6,646)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,029 miles
    Test number
    119985102499
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Stone chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides outer bumper corner missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass91,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,383 miles
    Test number
    131926787734
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outer bumper corners missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail91,383 miles (+6,063)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,383 miles
    Test number
    896032159254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working Centre (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outer bumper corners missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit at time of test (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,320 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,320 miles
    Test number
    237220924113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear bumper corners missing

  16. Fail85,318 miles (+9,802)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,318 miles
    Test number
    816860424175
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear bumper corners missing

  17. Pass75,516 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,516 miles
    Test number
    588391223148
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a small cut in tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • NoteNearside and offside bumper corners missing
    • NoteO/s wing mirror slightly insecure

  18. Fail75,516 miles (+12,205)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,516 miles
    Test number
    756221923100
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a small cut in tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • NoteNearside and offside bumper corners missing
    • NoteO/s wing mirror slightly insecure

  19. Pass63,311 miles (+10,935)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,311 miles
    Test number
    655937212110
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r bumper end cap missing

  20. Pass52,376 miles (+8,325)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,376 miles
    Test number
    568298911162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,051 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,051 miles
    Test number
    414820010110
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteHi-line stop lamp not working.

  22. Fail44,051 miles (+9,004)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,051 miles
    Test number
    940940410182
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteHi-line stop lamp not working.

  23. Pass35,047 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    364620919022
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteHi-line stop light not working.

  24. Fail35,047 miles (+12,362)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    850590419003
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteHi-line stop light not working.

  25. Pass22,685 miles (+30)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,685 miles
    Test number
    401835907300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamp around steering rack (pinnion area)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteHi-line stop light not working

  26. Fail22,655 miles (+9,973)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,655 miles
    Test number
    170953507302
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamp around steering rack (pinnion area)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteHi-line stop light not working

  27. Pass12,682 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,682 miles
    Test number
    693517676242
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Fail12,682 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,682 miles
    Test number
    202097176253
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LD53 HGX

Does LD53 HGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 HGX is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HGX?
The MOT on LD53 HGX is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 HGX done?
LD53 HGX was recorded at 160,726 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,582 miles a year.
Has LD53 HGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HGX has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 HGX 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 HGX find?
LD53 HGX passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 3 more.

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