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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 HZAMOT history

LD53 HZA is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 157,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

LD53 HZA white Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2025
Mileage
157,260 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 HZA
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
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 HZA was last recorded at 157,260 miles on 8 May 2025, 5,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,586 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,674 miles
Average per year
7,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,260 miles
  • 2024 – 151,586 miles
  • 2023 – 146,738 miles
  • 2022 – 141,203 miles
  • 2021 – 135,625 miles
  • 2020 – 128,523 miles
  • 2019 – 123,036 miles
  • 2018 – 117,304 miles
  • 2017 – 110,907 miles
  • 2015 – 99,409 miles
  • 2014 – 89,378 miles
  • 2013 – 81,628 miles
  • 2012 – 68,909 miles
  • 2011 – 59,320 miles
  • 2010 – 47,305 miles
  • 2009 – 37,911 miles
  • 2008 – 30,642 miles
  • 2007 – 23,940 miles
  • 2006 – 16,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,260 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside rear sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,260 miles (+5,674)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,260 miles
    Test number
    551008947911
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    151,586 miles
    Test number
    777010543729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail151,586 miles (+4,848)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,586 miles
    Test number
    196461609455
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,738 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    146,738 miles
    Test number
    242987013125
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded

  5. Fail146,738 miles (+5,535)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,738 miles
    Test number
    610280238095
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded

  6. Pass141,203 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    141,203 miles
    Test number
    574117494712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 sill corroded

  7. Fail141,203 miles (+5,578)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,203 miles
    Test number
    834191832076
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR AT NEARSIDE REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp deteriorated

  8. Pass135,625 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,625 miles
    Test number
    934528032314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  9. Fail135,620 miles (+7,097)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,620 miles
    Test number
    996804473811
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working , one number plate light not working , exhaust heatshield loose.

  10. Pass128,523 miles (+5,487)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    128,523 miles
    Test number
    144374979857
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded

  11. Pass123,036 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,036 miles
    Test number
    619927804525
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail123,036 miles (+5,732)1 dangerous3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,036 miles
    Test number
    274797605142
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass117,304 miles (+6,397)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,304 miles
    Test number
    852864833210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,907 miles
    Test number
    164003748490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail110,907 miles (+11,498)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,907 miles
    Test number
    892239099081
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass99,409 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    99,409 miles
    Test number
    331014673477
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail99,384 miles (+10,006)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,384 miles
    Test number
    128835716401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions ROTATION (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR TYRE VERY LOW INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE VERY LOW INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass89,378 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,378 miles
    Test number
    149670494220
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail89,378 miles (+7,750)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,378 miles
    Test number
    477590694276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass81,628 miles (+12,719)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,628 miles
    Test number
    975756473234
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3mm

  21. Pass68,909 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    337183462436
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteWindscreen cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on edge

  22. Fail68,909 miles (+9,589)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    469612762218
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteWindscreen cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on edge

  23. Pass59,320 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,320 miles
    Test number
    966182461269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail59,320 miles (+12,015)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,320 miles
    Test number
    937932661295
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCuts in both rear tyres

  25. Pass47,305 miles (+9,394)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,305 miles
    Test number
    652505130267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre

  26. Pass37,911 miles (+7,269)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,911 miles
    Test number
    782651939295
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s/f door mirror cracked

  27. Pass30,642 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,642 miles
    Test number
    434186348203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,940 miles (+7,214)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,940 miles
    Test number
    183600167286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,726 miles
    Test number
    954057056225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 HZA

Does LD53 HZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 HZA expired on 9 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 HZA?
The MOT on LD53 HZA expired on 9 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 HZA done?
LD53 HZA was recorded at 157,260 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 7,536 miles a year.
Has LD53 HZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 HZA has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 HZA 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 HZA find?
LD53 HZA failed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 6 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill; offside front position lamp not working, and 4 more.

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