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Ford Transit Connect

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 NJVMOT history

LD53 NJV is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 155,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

LD53 NJV 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 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
155,259 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 NJV
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
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 NJV was last recorded at 155,259 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 5,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Nov 2011: 61,282 miles, lower than 457,499 miles on 26 Oct 2010.
  • 8 Nov 2013: 8,256 miles, lower than 82,252 miles on 7 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
149,470 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,789 miles
Average per year
7,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,259 miles
  • 2024 – 149,470 miles
  • 2022 – 147,513 miles
  • 2021 – 140,235 miles
  • 2020 – 130,777 miles
  • 2019 – 121,253 miles
  • 2018 – 114,964 miles
  • 2016 – 110,082 miles
  • 2015 – 103,319 miles
  • 2014 – 92,727 miles
  • 2013 – 8,256 miles
  • 2012 – 71,723 miles
  • 2011 – 61,282 miles
  • 2010 – 457,499 miles
  • 2009 – 35,671 miles
  • 2008 – 32,914 miles
  • 2007 – 27,435 miles
  • 2006 – 20,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,259 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,259 miles (+5,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    155,259 miles
    Test number
    473779957628
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass149,470 miles (+1,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    149,470 miles
    Test number
    340165327483
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,513 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    147,513 miles
    Test number
    918616293919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail147,483 miles (+7,248)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,483 miles
    Test number
    254871982677
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass140,235 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,235 miles
    Test number
    741222868204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,234 miles (+9,457)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,234 miles
    Test number
    256497100192
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front units no pattern and cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,777 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,777 miles
    Test number
    330805828238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outter edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers starting to smear screen
    • AdvisoryFront radiator surpport bar/ rear leaf spring mounts corroding
    • AdvisoryHeadlight misty
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r metal brake pipe rusty

  8. Fail130,765 miles4 dangerous7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,765 miles
    Test number
    998022809979
    • DangerousCentral Front Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 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))

  9. Fail130,765 miles (+9,512)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,765 miles
    Test number
    911560914538
    • DangerousCentral Front Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousCentral Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 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))

  10. Pass121,253 miles (+9)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,253 miles
    Test number
    819301375506
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded

  11. Fail121,244 miles (+6,280)2 dangerous7 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,244 miles
    Test number
    638717499967
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  12. Pass114,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,964 miles
    Test number
    743160994049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,964 miles (+4,882)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,964 miles
    Test number
    408344995109
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass110,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,082 miles
    Test number
    682242611459
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail110,082 miles (+6,763)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,082 miles
    Test number
    178527948137
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp nearside/offside (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp nearside/offside/center (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass103,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,319 miles
    Test number
    517503613869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,319 miles (+10,592)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,319 miles
    Test number
    340707108419
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass92,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,727 miles
    Test number
    667710114320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,727 miles (+84,471)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,727 miles
    Test number
    136200514341
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass8,256 miles (-73,996)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    8,256 miles
    Test number
    367892913343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,252 miles (+10,529)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    456851113415
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  22. Pass71,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    71,723 miles
    Test number
    515813912304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,723 miles (+10,441)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,723 miles
    Test number
    525033012391
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass61,282 miles (-396,217)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    278328801364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail457,499 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    457,499 miles
    Test number
    562679590245
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  26. Pass457,499 miles (+421,828)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    457,499 miles
    Test number
    592649890259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,671 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,671 miles
    Test number
    802591219308
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on edge

  28. Fail35,664 miles (+2,750)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,664 miles
    Test number
    482420419396
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on edge

  29. Pass32,914 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,914 miles
    Test number
    592365048244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,435 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    344250367235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass20,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,343 miles
    Test number
    372405166477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 NJV

Does LD53 NJV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 NJV expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 NJV?
The MOT on LD53 NJV expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 NJV done?
LD53 NJV was recorded at 155,259 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 7,259 miles a year.
Has LD53 NJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 NJV has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 NJV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 NJV find?
LD53 NJV passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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