
Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc
LD53 HWEMOT history
LD53 HWE is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 145,012 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 5 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 145,012 mi
- At MOT on 12 Jun 2025
- MOT tests
- 32
- 19 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 6,212 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD53 HWE
- 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 5 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 12 Jun 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD53 HWE was last recorded at 145,012 miles on 12 Jun 2025, 8,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 136,330 miles · 6 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 8,682 miles
- Average per year
- 6,212 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 145,012 miles
- 2024 – 136,330 miles
- 2023 – 121,476 miles
- 2022 – 113,341 miles
- 2020 – 103,347 miles
- 2019 – 101,960 miles
- 2018 – 100,236 miles
- 2017 – 97,245 miles
- 2016 – 93,022 miles
- 2015 – 88,884 miles
- 2014 – 83,417 miles
- 2013 – 78,167 miles
- 2012 – 73,173 miles
- 2011 – 68,179 miles
- 2010 – 63,421 miles
- 2009 – 58,499 miles
- 2008 – 48,792 miles
- 2007 – 38,874 miles
- 2006 – 28,554 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Under vehicle surface corrosion
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Lower radiator locating lower bracket corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
32 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass145,012 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 145,012 miles
- Test number
- 847271507557
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Fail145,012 miles (+8,682)3 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,012 miles
- Test number
- 151029281577
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Pass136,330 miles (+5)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 136,330 miles
- Test number
- 367292433595
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle surface corrosion
Fail136,325 miles (+14,849)6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,325 miles
- Test number
- 349424450913
- MajorNearside Front 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 Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle surface corrosion
Pass121,476 miles (+8)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 121,476 miles
- Test number
- 147983021353
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail121,468 miles (+8,127)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,468 miles
- Test number
- 379384072243
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear 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))
Pass113,341 miles (+110)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2023
- Odometer
- 113,341 miles
- Test number
- 515456664929
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Fail113,231 miles (+9,884)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,231 miles
- Test number
- 833068965729
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted or wheel cylinders (1.1.17 (b))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Pass103,347 miles (+8)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 103,347 miles
- Test number
- 450163759668
- AdvisoryFront Lower radiator locating lower bracket corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail103,339 miles (+1,379)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,339 miles
- Test number
- 525321197313
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower radiator locating lower bracket corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass101,960 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 101,960 miles
- Test number
- 319181031300
- AdvisoryLower Fuel tank: exhaust shield slightly loose
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail101,960 miles (+1,724)2 major1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,960 miles
- Test number
- 372291041634
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right DONE/ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryLower Fuel tank: exhaust shield slightly loose
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the outer tread/starting to BALD (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass100,236 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 100,236 miles
- Test number
- 835065642359
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail100,228 miles (+2,983)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,228 miles
- Test number
- 513736414486
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass97,245 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 97,245 miles
- Test number
- 963231793166
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryCoolant level low
Fail97,244 miles (+4,222)5 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,244 miles
- Test number
- 790510634304
- FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureLower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryCoolant level low
- AdvisoryOil level low
Pass93,022 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 93,022 miles
- Test number
- 387435889829
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Fail93,022 miles (+4,138)8 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,022 miles
- Test number
- 188212394525
- FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Pass88,884 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 88,884 miles
- Test number
- 456640685169
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteSlight oil leak
Fail88,884 miles (+5,467)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,884 miles
- Test number
- 525550985189
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteSlight oil leak
Pass83,417 miles (+5,250)5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 83,417 miles
- Test number
- 939891674141
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteN/S/F Tyre Worn on Edges
- NoteO/S/F Tyre Worn on Inner Edge
- NoteRear No Plate Slighly Water Damaged
Pass78,167 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 78,167 miles
- Test number
- 638632073103
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,167 miles (+4,994)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,167 miles
- Test number
- 459312473181
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass73,173 miles (+4,994)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 73,173 miles
- Test number
- 739484872125
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth rear Indicators Faded
Pass68,179 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 68,179 miles
- Test number
- 155204161166
- NoteO/S/F Tyre Wearing on Inner Edge
Fail68,179 miles (+4,758)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,179 miles
- Test number
- 547364861170
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- NoteO/S/F Tyre Wearing on Inner Edge
Pass63,421 miles (+4,922)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 63,421 miles
- Test number
- 224236770100
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteO/S/F Inner CV Boot Split
Pass58,499 miles (+9,707)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 58,499 miles
- Test number
- 204638589429
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,792 miles (+9,918)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 48,792 miles
- Test number
- 553439248252
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail38,874 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,874 miles
- Test number
- 380327927267
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Pass38,874 miles (+10,320)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 38,874 miles
- Test number
- 540077327245
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,554 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 28,554 miles
- Test number
- 320866656453
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD53 HWE
- Does LD53 HWE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LD53 HWE expired on 5 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LD53 HWE?
- The MOT on LD53 HWE expired on 5 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LD53 HWE done?
- LD53 HWE was recorded at 145,012 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2025, an average of 6,212 miles a year.
- Has LD53 HWE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD53 HWE has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on LD53 HWE 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 HWE find?
- LD53 HWE passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 4 more.
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