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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HNBMOT history

LD53 HNB is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 160,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LD53 HNB white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,636 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HNB
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 valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HNB was last recorded at 160,636 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,615 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
7,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,636 miles
  • 2025 – 160,615 miles
  • 2024 – 148,495 miles
  • 2023 – 134,518 miles
  • 2022 – 117,698 miles
  • 2021 – 107,375 miles
  • 2020 – 98,642 miles
  • 2019 – 91,081 miles
  • 2018 – 83,803 miles
  • 2017 – 79,988 miles
  • 2016 – 79,163 miles
  • 2015 – 75,926 miles
  • 2014 – 66,133 miles
  • 2013 – 58,337 miles
  • 2012 – 52,215 miles
  • 2011 – 47,519 miles
  • 2010 – 41,634 miles
  • 2009 – 36,662 miles
  • 2008 – 33,530 miles
  • 2007 – 29,550 miles
  • 2006 – 22,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,636 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass160,636 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,636 miles
    Test number
    999387952296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,615 miles (+12,120)2 dangerous16 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,615 miles
    Test number
    256567434411
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side rusty plus both rear inner sills and both rear inner arches

  3. Pass148,495 miles (+13,977)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,495 miles
    Test number
    962046008579
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damaged but still functional
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle

  4. Pass134,518 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    134,518 miles
    Test number
    662652064764
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout body and underside/components

  5. Fail134,518 miles (+16,820)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,518 miles
    Test number
    719050397416
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout body and underside/components

  6. Pass117,698 miles (+177)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,698 miles
    Test number
    278938877823
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnderbody off vehicle showing corrosion.

  7. Fail117,521 miles (+10,146)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,521 miles
    Test number
    479789889883
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass107,375 miles (+276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,375 miles
    Test number
    698398894826
    • 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))

  9. Fail107,099 miles (+8,457)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    578133481369
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass98,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,642 miles
    Test number
    925155514272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,642 miles (+7,561)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,642 miles
    Test number
    831525650650
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass91,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,081 miles
    Test number
    762972397509
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail91,081 miles (+7,278)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,081 miles
    Test number
    659811723671
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass83,803 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,803 miles
    Test number
    948217757099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar linkage slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe slightly corrdied
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe from front to rear slightly corrdied
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail83,796 miles (+3,808)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,796 miles
    Test number
    823160692173
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to running gear

  16. Pass79,988 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,988 miles
    Test number
    950684911847
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass79,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,163 miles
    Test number
    527913029789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,163 miles (+3,237)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,163 miles
    Test number
    790650566828
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass75,926 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    895026695127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,288 miles (+9,155)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,288 miles
    Test number
    989454095144
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,133 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,133 miles
    Test number
    687368794136
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail66,127 miles (+7,790)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,127 miles
    Test number
    549706694169
    • 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 Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass58,337 miles (+6,122)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,337 miles
    Test number
    686993803295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,215 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,215 miles
    Test number
    828922292143
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass52,215 miles (+4,696)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,215 miles
    Test number
    929932192118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass47,519 miles (+5,885)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,519 miles
    Test number
    136935811287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,634 miles (+4,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    490088700242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass36,662 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,662 miles
    Test number
    563932709286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,530 miles (+3,980)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,530 miles
    Test number
    894250728203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,550 miles (+6,924)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,550 miles
    Test number
    530929917270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,626 miles
    Test number
    112535056235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 HNB

Does LD53 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 HNB is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HNB?
The MOT on LD53 HNB is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 HNB done?
LD53 HNB was recorded at 160,636 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 7,081 miles a year.
Has LD53 HNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HNB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 HNB 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 HNB find?
LD53 HNB passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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