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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HWKMOT history

LD53 HWK is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 17 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

LD53 HWK 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
121,881 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HWK
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
17 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 HWK was last recorded at 121,881 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,846 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,881 miles
  • 2024 – 116,424 miles
  • 2023 – 114,741 miles
  • 2022 – 110,978 miles
  • 2021 – 103,986 miles
  • 2019 – 93,631 miles
  • 2018 – 89,278 miles
  • 2017 – 85,849 miles
  • 2016 – 80,644 miles
  • 2015 – 74,108 miles
  • 2014 – 68,059 miles
  • 2013 – 63,891 miles
  • 2012 – 59,489 miles
  • 2011 – 49,569 miles
  • 2010 – 38,928 miles
  • 2009 – 29,642 miles
  • 2008 – 18,289 miles
  • 2006 – 10,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,881 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap has been repaired
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,881 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,881 miles
    Test number
    590956250863
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail121,846 miles (+5,422)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,846 miles
    Test number
    989825561865
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass116,424 miles (+9)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    116,424 miles
    Test number
    989722620733
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail116,415 miles (+1,674)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,415 miles
    Test number
    325146595370
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass114,741 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,741 miles
    Test number
    927453498562
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail114,735 miles (+3,757)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,735 miles
    Test number
    520419439771
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass110,978 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,978 miles
    Test number
    906386096133
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail110,972 miles (+3,957)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,972 miles
    Test number
    268643334539
    • 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 Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass107,015 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,015 miles
    Test number
    419972564418
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail107,008 miles (+3,022)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    232455699814
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rear engine bay
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass103,986 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    103,986 miles
    Test number
    304711802398
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    540742750532
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. FailMileage not read1 dangerous9 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    258313643885
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (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 Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass93,631 miles (+4,353)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,631 miles
    Test number
    633083433717
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lamps reduced output
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass89,278 miles (+3,429)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,278 miles
    Test number
    854070698502
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRadiator support pannel corroded

  16. Pass85,849 miles (+5,205)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,849 miles
    Test number
    178572557034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  17. Pass80,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    700770999743
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear on tyre on legal limit

  18. Fail80,644 miles (+6,536)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    616737153047
    • FailureAll position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working hi-line (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass74,108 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    619604925020
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit

  20. Fail74,108 miles (+6,049)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    899584725050
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit

  21. Pass68,059 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,059 miles
    Test number
    716845724039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,891 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,891 miles
    Test number
    407993003085
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  23. Pass63,891 miles (+4,402)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,891 miles
    Test number
    899623203042
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  24. Pass59,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,489 miles
    Test number
    519280632008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,489 miles (+9,920)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,489 miles
    Test number
    957550032051
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass49,569 miles (+10,641)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,569 miles
    Test number
    527580911020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,928 miles (+9,286)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,928 miles
    Test number
    151435710447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,642 miles (+11,353)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,642 miles
    Test number
    944613419010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,289 miles (+7,623)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,289 miles
    Test number
    700161518069
    • NoteNearside front hub bearing slightly noisy
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit.

  30. Pass10,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,666 miles
    Test number
    680882466259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 HWK

Does LD53 HWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 HWK is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HWK?
The MOT on LD53 HWK is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 HWK done?
LD53 HWK was recorded at 121,881 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 5,777 miles a year.
Has LD53 HWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HWK has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 HWK 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 HWK find?
LD53 HWK passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: fuel tank strap has been repaired; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted.

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