
Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc
LD53 HWMMOT history
LD53 HWM is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 187,412 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 18 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 187,412 mi
- At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 19 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 7,709 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD53 HWM
- 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
- 26 Nov 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD53 HWM was last recorded at 187,412 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 187,386 miles · 29 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 26 miles
- Average per year
- 7,709 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 187,412 miles
- 2024 – 185,592 miles
- 2023 – 181,102 miles
- 2022 – 178,808 miles
- 2021 – 173,452 miles
- 2020 – 158,936 miles
- 2019 – 146,261 miles
- 2018 – 130,503 miles
- 2017 – 114,753 miles
- 2016 – 102,352 miles
- 2015 – 94,825 miles
- 2013 – 86,831 miles
- 2012 – 77,469 miles
- 2011 – 68,691 miles
- 2010 – 63,578 miles
- 2009 – 60,051 miles
- 2008 – 55,774 miles
- 2007 – 49,912 miles
- 2006 – 40,185 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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, 2018–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Front Coil spring corroded Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
27 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass187,412 miles (+26)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 187,412 miles
- Test number
- 763385481133
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail187,386 miles (+1,794)15 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,386 miles
- Test number
- 379379154811
- MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (front) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill/jacking point excessive corroded & deformed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf spring rear most mounting area (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))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Central outer sill excessively corroded & weakened (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front hoses perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear service brake low effort & slightly imbalanced across axle (1.2.1 (c))
Pass185,592 miles (+4,490)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 185,592 miles
- Test number
- 468730560096
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass181,102 miles2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 181,102 miles
- Test number
- 786953733306
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Fail181,102 miles (+2,294)5 major2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,102 miles
- Test number
- 883709216202
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear X2 (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Pass178,808 miles (+180)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 178,808 miles
- Test number
- 574027461318
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail178,628 miles (+5,176)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,628 miles
- Test number
- 509557300776
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass173,452 miles (+14,516)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 173,452 miles
- Test number
- 307075561439
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass158,936 miles (+12,675)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 158,936 miles
- Test number
- 875459850449
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass146,261 miles (+15,758)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 146,261 miles
- Test number
- 950330430588
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,503 miles (+40)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 130,503 miles
- Test number
- 601354790207
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryMaterial in swept area not affecting drivers view of road
Fail130,463 miles (+15,710)7 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,463 miles
- Test number
- 645026944334
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryMaterial in swept area not affecting drivers view of road
Pass114,753 miles (+136)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 114,753 miles
- Test number
- 906903953822
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Fail114,617 miles (+12,265)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,617 miles
- Test number
- 638414266679
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outersill (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Pass102,352 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 102,352 miles
- Test number
- 888423009163
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,352 miles (+7,527)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,352 miles
- Test number
- 940868056743
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass94,825 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 94,825 miles
- Test number
- 118164755006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,820 miles (+7,989)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,820 miles
- Test number
- 707692755080
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass86,831 miles (+9,362)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 86,831 miles
- Test number
- 257599613348
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,469 miles2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 77,469 miles
- Test number
- 456297942253
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBoth front tyres worn inside edge
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSpare wheel missing
Fail77,469 miles (+8,778)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,469 miles
- Test number
- 577767942237
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBoth front tyres worn inside edge
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSpare wheel missing
Pass68,691 miles (+5,113)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 68,691 miles
- Test number
- 308782761293
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteWipers starting to smear the screen
Pass63,578 miles (+3,527)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 63,578 miles
- Test number
- 624993960271
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass60,051 miles (+4,277)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 60,051 miles
- Test number
- 364397349204
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,774 miles (+5,862)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 55,774 miles
- Test number
- 324929548253
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,912 miles (+9,727)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 49,912 miles
- Test number
- 332656547410
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,185 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 40,185 miles
- Test number
- 590727916336
- 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)
Questions about LD53 HWM
- Does LD53 HWM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 HWM is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LD53 HWM?
- The MOT on LD53 HWM 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 HWM done?
- LD53 HWM was recorded at 187,412 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 7,709 miles a year.
- Has LD53 HWM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD53 HWM has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LD53 HWM 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 HWM find?
- LD53 HWM passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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