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Ford Transit Connect

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HHGMOT history

LD53 HHG is a green diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 10 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 108,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2025.

LD53 HHG green 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 Feb 2026
Mileage
108,948 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HHG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HHG was last recorded at 108,948 miles on 11 Feb 2025, 11,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,763 miles · 16 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
11,185 miles
Average per year
4,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,948 miles
  • 2024 – 97,763 miles
  • 2023 – 89,327 miles
  • 2021 – 84,989 miles
  • 2020 – 79,591 miles
  • 2019 – 73,593 miles
  • 2018 – 68,776 miles
  • 2017 – 64,604 miles
  • 2016 – 63,467 miles
  • 2015 – 58,514 miles
  • 2014 – 54,790 miles
  • 2012 – 49,204 miles
  • 2011 – 44,051 miles
  • 2010 – 39,093 miles
  • 2009 – 33,943 miles
  • 2008 – 29,075 miles
  • 2007 – 25,543 miles
  • 2006 – 18,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,948 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Both rear tyres cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,948 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,948 miles
    Test number
    758538424925
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail108,938 miles (+11,175)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,938 miles
    Test number
    617759868467
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass97,763 miles (+77)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,763 miles
    Test number
    359744947598
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of on the front and rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structure
  4. Fail97,686 miles (+8,359)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    921049086458
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn down to 2nd layer of rubber (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both fronts (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose arch trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight knock on steering
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to suspension areas
  5. Pass89,327 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,327 miles
    Test number
    720921365621
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail89,305 miles (+4,316)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,305 miles
    Test number
    974156263490
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass84,989 miles (+5,398)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    164019437782
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside inner cv boots perished. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills offside and near side corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass79,591 miles (+44)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,591 miles
    Test number
    207037505742
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sills corroded and holed slightly. Not structual
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and near side inner sills corroded and holed slightly. Not structual
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail79,547 miles (+5,954)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    958421307935
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sills corroded and holed slightly. Not structual
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and near side inner sills corroded and holed slightly. Not structual
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass73,593 miles (+4,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,593 miles
    Test number
    846208934776
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass68,776 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,776 miles
    Test number
    157500759755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,774 miles (+4,170)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,774 miles
    Test number
    946626383418
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass64,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,604 miles
    Test number
    938124080432
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside & offside inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Fail64,604 miles (+1,137)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,604 miles
    Test number
    276883313500
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside & offside inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)
  15. Pass63,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,467 miles
    Test number
    229467585864
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm inner joint(s
  16. Fail63,467 miles (+4,953)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,467 miles
    Test number
    650732347470
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arm inner joint(s
  17. Pass58,514 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,514 miles
    Test number
    429122645049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust slight deterioration
  18. Fail58,513 miles (+3,723)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,513 miles
    Test number
    949420145031
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust slight deterioration
  19. Pass54,790 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,790 miles
    Test number
    927462044068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail54,790 miles (+5,586)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,790 miles
    Test number
    999537434069
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail49,204 miles3 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,204 miles
    Test number
    497146872242
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre inner edge slight wear
  22. Pass49,204 miles (+5,153)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,204 miles
    Test number
    748036972291
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre inner edge slight wear
  23. Pass44,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,051 miles
    Test number
    577306571227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,051 miles (+4,958)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,051 miles
    Test number
    116213271219
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Fail39,093 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,093 miles
    Test number
    624333540235
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  26. Pass39,093 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,093 miles
    Test number
    841153840248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,943 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,943 miles
    Test number
    292436349299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  28. Pass33,943 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,943 miles
    Test number
    362496949475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    334107348232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail29,075 miles (+3,532)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    583742548233
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  31. Pass25,543 miles (+7,281)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,543 miles
    Test number
    551045457257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass18,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,262 miles
    Test number
    903390776233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 HHG

Does LD53 HHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HHG expired on 15 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HHG?
The MOT on LD53 HHG expired on 15 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HHG done?
LD53 HHG was recorded at 108,948 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2025, an average of 4,935 miles a year.
Has LD53 HHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HHG has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 HHG 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 HHG find?
LD53 HHG passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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