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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HLMMOT history

LD53 HLM is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 195,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2022.

LD53 HLM 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 7 Sept 2023
Mileage
195,590 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HLM
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
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HLM was last recorded at 195,590 miles on 23 Aug 2022, 6,735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,855 miles · 8 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,735 miles
Average per year
10,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,590 miles
  • 2021 – 188,855 miles
  • 2020 – 187,840 miles
  • 2019 – 186,486 miles
  • 2018 – 178,728 miles
  • 2017 – 173,003 miles
  • 2016 – 168,888 miles
  • 2015 – 161,364 miles
  • 2014 – 156,505 miles
  • 2013 – 136,365 miles
  • 2012 – 119,401 miles
  • 2011 – 99,802 miles
  • 2010 – 81,839 miles
  • 2009 – 60,931 miles
  • 2008 – 42,219 miles
  • 2006 – 24,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,590 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside inner wheel arch
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear floor plan
  • AdvisoryExcessive welding repairs to both sills covered in under seal

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.

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,590 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    195,590 miles
    Test number
    793779673189
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear floor plan
    • AdvisoryExcessive welding repairs to both sills covered in under seal
  2. Fail195,590 miles (+6,735)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,590 miles
    Test number
    856742637581
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear floor plan
    • AdvisoryExcessive welding repairs to both sills covered in under seal
  3. Pass188,855 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    188,855 miles
    Test number
    205940112217
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working.
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  4. Fail188,844 miles (+1,004)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,844 miles
    Test number
    409532312061
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 1.55 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working.
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  5. Pass187,840 miles (+50)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    187,840 miles
    Test number
    757091062469
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExahust corroded
  6. Fail187,790 miles (+1,304)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,790 miles
    Test number
    888107745031
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExahust corroded
  7. Pass186,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    186,486 miles
    Test number
    535316851694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail186,486 miles (+258)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,486 miles
    Test number
    949494325504
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure outer sill (10.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear hi level brake lamp inoperative
  9. Fail186,228 miles (+7,500)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,228 miles
    Test number
    760240212983
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner asills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  10. Pass178,728 miles (+245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    178,728 miles
    Test number
    784230515900
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Fail178,483 miles (+5,480)1 dangerous10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,483 miles
    Test number
    976561215877
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass173,003 miles (+102)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,003 miles
    Test number
    452574467222
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs under sealed
  13. Fail172,901 miles (+4,013)13 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,901 miles
    Test number
    169676467851
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  14. Pass168,888 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    168,888 miles
    Test number
    881544632478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  15. Fail168,888 miles (+7,524)1 dangerous7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,888 miles
    Test number
    109805774717
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both rears at flexes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass161,364 miles6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    161,364 miles
    Test number
    509147755025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding and weak
    • NoteCoolant low
    • NoteNearside of steering rack damp with fluid
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner egde and perishing and low on air
    • NoteServo assistance slight weak
  17. Fail161,364 miles (+4,859)1 failure8 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,364 miles
    Test number
    268585455060
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding and weak
    • NoteBoth rear brake slightly grabbing
    • NoteCoolant low
    • NoteNearside of steering rack damp with fluid
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner egde and perishing and low on air
  18. Pass156,505 miles (+20,140)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    156,505 miles
    Test number
    217130354055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,365 miles (+16,964)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    136,365 miles
    Test number
    468833243027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass119,401 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    119,401 miles
    Test number
    367218942082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail119,390 miles (+19,588)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,390 miles
    Test number
    535586942014
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass99,802 miles (+17,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,802 miles
    Test number
    636785041040
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  23. Pass81,839 miles (+20,908)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    81,839 miles
    Test number
    333893850068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,931 miles (+18,712)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,931 miles
    Test number
    404054159086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,219 miles (+17,744)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,219 miles
    Test number
    143634958061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,475 miles
    Test number
    823565956227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,475 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,475 miles
    Test number
    990865956281
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 HLM

Does LD53 HLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HLM expired on 7 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HLM?
The MOT on LD53 HLM expired on 7 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HLM done?
LD53 HLM was recorded at 195,590 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2022, an average of 10,731 miles a year.
Has LD53 HLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HLM has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 HLM 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 HLM find?
LD53 HLM passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2022 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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