
Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc
LD53 HLRMOT history
LD53 HLR is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 140,684 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 140,684 mi
- At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 21 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 5,748 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD53 HLR
- 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 Nov 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD53 HLR was last recorded at 140,684 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 4,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 136,505 miles · 8 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,179 miles
- Average per year
- 5,748 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 140,684 miles
- 2025 – 136,505 miles
- 2024 – 135,604 miles
- 2023 – 134,405 miles
- 2022 – 132,260 miles
- 2021 – 129,149 miles
- 2020 – 126,655 miles
- 2019 – 123,674 miles
- 2018 – 119,895 miles
- 2017 – 115,670 miles
- 2016 – 112,148 miles
- 2015 – 105,322 miles
- 2014 – 101,804 miles
- 2013 – 92,655 miles
- 2012 – 83,543 miles
- 2011 – 77,273 miles
- 2010 – 70,068 miles
- 2009 – 60,700 miles
- 2008 – 48,077 miles
- 2007 – 38,661 miles
- 2006 – 26,270 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox replace soon (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Power steering pump has slight seepage Rack
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
33 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass140,684 miles (+4,179)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 140,684 miles
- Test number
- 624502501025
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox replace soon (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass136,505 miles3 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 136,505 miles
- Test number
- 849198025774
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush slightly modified (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both sides inner (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Fail136,502 miles (+898)3 major3 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,502 miles
- Test number
- 725911638314
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides rubbers split (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush slightly modified (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both sides inner (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Pass135,604 miles (+4)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 135,604 miles
- Test number
- 877167316864
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage Rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fail135,600 miles (+1,195)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,600 miles
- Test number
- 228020644158
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill and jacking area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill and Jacking area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage Rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass134,405 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 134,405 miles
- Test number
- 620647699467
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail134,405 miles (+2,145)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,405 miles
- Test number
- 686412990850
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass132,260 miles (+27)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 132,260 miles
- Test number
- 301645502879
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail132,233 miles (+3,084)3 dangerous4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,233 miles
- Test number
- 288133512928
- DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass129,149 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 129,149 miles
- Test number
- 512495017198
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail129,146 miles (+2,491)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,146 miles
- Test number
- 704317067443
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring area as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Pass126,655 miles (+2,981)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 126,655 miles
- Test number
- 259152611950
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced To the rear of the inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass123,674 miles (+3,779)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 123,674 miles
- Test number
- 469616171601
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass119,895 miles (+4,225)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 119,895 miles
- Test number
- 774861586804
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass115,670 miles (+3,522)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 115,670 miles
- Test number
- 332427627662
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass112,148 miles (+6,826)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 112,148 miles
- Test number
- 364244828405
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,322 miles (+3,518)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 105,322 miles
- Test number
- 237207135206
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,804 miles3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 101,804 miles
- Test number
- 368568584441
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFuel houseing door lock siezed and not working
- NoteOil misted around breather separator
- NoteOil sump corroded
Fail101,804 miles (+9,149)8 failures9 advisories11 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,804 miles
- Test number
- 995077784262
- FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteAux drive belt shreaded and incomplete
- NoteBattery light on dashboard
- NoteClutch pedal rubber worn/incomplete
- NoteFuel houseing door lock siezed and not working
- NoteGearbox mounting defective
- NoteN/S washer jet poor
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
- NoteO/S/R bumper end cap loose
- NoteOil leak
- NoteOil misted around breather separator
- NoteOil sump corroded
Pass92,655 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 92,655 miles
- Test number
- 917778583252
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteBattery light lit
Fail92,650 miles (+9,107)7 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,650 miles
- Test number
- 336877483487
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteBattery light lit
Pass83,543 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 83,543 miles
- Test number
- 115835682281
- 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)
Fail83,543 miles (+6,270)4 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,543 miles
- Test number
- 339005482273
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- 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)
Pass77,273 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 77,273 miles
- Test number
- 599775581242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail77,273 miles (+7,205)6 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,273 miles
- Test number
- 289014181239
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteCentre brake light not working
- NoteNs inner drive shaft boot split
Pass70,068 miles (+9,368)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 70,068 miles
- Test number
- 710420020374
- NoteOil on min leavel
Pass60,700 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 60,700 miles
- Test number
- 511739929363
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,700 miles (+12,623)2 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,700 miles
- Test number
- 551599029324
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- NoteO/s n/s wiper blades ends tatty
Pass48,077 miles (+9,416)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 48,077 miles
- Test number
- 100326738310
- NoteOil on min leavel
- NoteWashers frozen
Pass38,661 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 38,661 miles
- Test number
- 641208717394
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail38,661 miles (+12,391)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,661 miles
- Test number
- 173408017353
- FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
- 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)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass26,270 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 26,270 miles
- Test number
- 641517316301
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail26,270 miles6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 26,270 miles
- Test number
- 422055816412
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Questions about LD53 HLR
- Does LD53 HLR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 HLR is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LD53 HLR?
- The MOT on LD53 HLR is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LD53 HLR done?
- LD53 HLR was recorded at 140,684 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 5,748 miles a year.
- Has LD53 HLR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD53 HLR has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on LD53 HLR 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 HLR find?
- LD53 HLR passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.
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