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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HKAMOT history

LD53 HKA is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 14 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 195,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2023.

LD53 HKA 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 3 Dec 2023
Mileage
195,260 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HKA
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
14 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 HKA was last recorded at 195,260 miles on 24 Nov 2023, 3,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,949 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,311 miles
Average per year
10,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,260 miles
  • 2022 – 191,949 miles
  • 2021 – 187,642 miles
  • 2020 – 183,941 miles
  • 2019 – 178,648 miles
  • 2018 – 171,956 miles
  • 2017 – 164,639 miles
  • 2016 – 155,949 miles
  • 2015 – 143,279 miles
  • 2014 – 127,152 miles
  • 2013 – 111,354 miles
  • 2012 – 97,649 miles
  • 2011 – 84,752 miles
  • 2010 – 72,427 miles
  • 2009 – 54,229 miles
  • 2008 – 42,196 miles
  • 2007 – 29,174 miles
  • 2006 – 19,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail195,260 miles
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail195,260 miles (+3,311)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,260 miles
    Test number
    875784268980
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass191,949 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,949 miles
    Test number
    499959487509
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    477661880823
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail187,642 miles (+3,701)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,642 miles
    Test number
    915966917319
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass183,941 miles (+5,293)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    183,941 miles
    Test number
    118552374893
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass178,648 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,648 miles
    Test number
    385714982685
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail178,648 miles1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,648 miles
    Test number
    304175869348
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail178,638 miles (+49)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,638 miles
    Test number
    782587225178
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail178,589 miles (+6,633)8 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,589 miles
    Test number
    551110842843
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass171,956 miles (+35)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,956 miles
    Test number
    161683315477
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail171,921 miles (+7,282)4 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,921 miles
    Test number
    778767361417
    • DangerousNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill holed x3 (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision sill holed x2 (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded compensator to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Lower Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 light intensity severely reduced no aim (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator faded

  12. Pass164,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    164,639 miles
    Test number
    552142543353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    529453722803
    • FailureNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • 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 Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass155,949 miles (+12,670)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    155,949 miles
    Test number
    121862673314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,279 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    143,279 miles
    Test number
    212797929444
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail143,276 miles (+16,124)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,276 miles
    Test number
    883860410934
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass127,152 miles (+15,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    127,152 miles
    Test number
    857849174214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass111,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,354 miles
    Test number
    185412683299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,354 miles (+134)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,354 miles
    Test number
    975581983216
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail111,220 miles (+13,571)1 dangerous6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,220 miles
    Test number
    608186573200
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass97,649 miles (+94)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,649 miles
    Test number
    986183082207
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leaking from sump
    • NoteOil leaking from vac pump return hose

  22. Fail97,555 miles (+12,803)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,555 miles
    Test number
    167668172262
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leaking from sump
    • NoteOil leaking from vac pump return hose

  23. Pass84,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,752 miles
    Test number
    747397381258
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail84,752 miles (+12,325)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,752 miles
    Test number
    616807981222
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNo lights fitted at time of test

  25. Pass72,427 miles (+18,198)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    990360570254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside inner cv boot split

  26. Fail54,229 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,229 miles
    Test number
    304545889255
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass54,229 miles (+12,033)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,229 miles
    Test number
    723575389252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,196 miles (+13,022)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,196 miles
    Test number
    120103188248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,174 miles (+10,061)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,174 miles
    Test number
    160188267207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    140384486271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail19,113 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    460444886255
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Questions about LD53 HKA

Does LD53 HKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HKA expired on 3 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HKA?
The MOT on LD53 HKA expired on 3 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HKA done?
LD53 HKA was recorded at 195,260 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2023, an average of 10,289 miles a year.
Has LD53 HKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HKA has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 HKA 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 HKA find?
LD53 HKA failed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2023 with 5 major defects: front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 2 more.

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