
Ford Transit Connect
White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc
LD53 NKJMOT history
LD53 NKJ is a white diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 143,948 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 24 Apr 2024
- Mileage
- 143,948 mi
- At MOT on 25 Apr 2023
- MOT tests
- 27
- 15 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 7,278 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD53 NKJ
- 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 24 Apr 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Apr 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD53 NKJ was last recorded at 143,948 miles on 25 Apr 2023, 481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 143,467 miles · 14 Feb 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 481 miles
- Average per year
- 7,278 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 143,948 miles
- 2020 – 127,168 miles
- 2019 – 117,893 miles
- 2018 – 107,498 miles
- 2017 – 96,271 miles
- 2016 – 87,131 miles
- 2015 – 81,279 miles
- 2014 – 75,161 miles
- 2013 – 69,508 miles
- 2012 – 59,627 miles
- 2010 – 52,197 miles
- 2009 – 41,629 miles
- 2008 – 37,830 miles
- 2007 – 30,645 miles
- 2006 – 23,074 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth front lower ball dust covers perished
- AdvisoryN/s inner sill repair covered in underseal
- AdvisoryOuter rear door handle requires attention
- AdvisoryTail exhaust deteriating
- AdvisoryWindscreen crack developing lower
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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015
Full MOT history
27 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass143,948 miles (+481)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 143,948 miles
- Test number
- 867248841891
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth front lower ball dust covers perished
- AdvisoryN/s inner sill repair covered in underseal
- AdvisoryOuter rear door handle requires attention
- AdvisoryTail exhaust deteriating
- AdvisoryWindscreen crack developing lower
Fail143,467 miles (+16,299)1 dangerous7 major16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,467 miles
- Test number
- 872596966024
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front exhaust flange (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe in wheel arch slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on both edges
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe in wheel arch covered (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear rear foot step corroded
- AdvisoryN/s lower crack on windscreen and o/s upper
- AdvisorySpare wheel missing at time of test
Pass127,168 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 127,168 miles
- Test number
- 958568684124
- AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
Fail127,168 miles (+9,275)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,168 miles
- Test number
- 655827946572
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
Pass117,893 miles (+3)3 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 117,893 miles
- Test number
- 497849627008
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail117,890 miles (+10,392)2 major3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,890 miles
- Test number
- 871978906388
- MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass107,498 miles (+1)4 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 107,498 miles
- Test number
- 743953092590
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail107,497 miles (+11,226)4 major5 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,497 miles
- Test number
- 325633443809
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre valve perished
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass96,271 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 96,271 miles
- Test number
- 265477027709
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail96,270 miles (+3)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,270 miles
- Test number
- 385775298781
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure drop link (2.4.G.1)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail96,267 miles (+9,136)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,267 miles
- Test number
- 664857428574
- DangerousBrake pipe leaking FRONT TO REAR AT OFFSIDE REAR (3.6.A.1)
- FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR...BOTH (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass87,131 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 87,131 miles
- Test number
- 954435528078
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear outer sills corroded
- AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
Fail87,131 miles (+5,852)6 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,131 miles
- Test number
- 369772944346
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside front tyre close to limit and very low on edges
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre close to limit
- AdvisoryOil leak!
- AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
- AdvisorySlight blind nearside rear wheel
Pass81,279 miles (+6,118)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 81,279 miles
- Test number
- 266480586355
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded
Pass75,161 miles (+408)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 75,161 miles
- Test number
- 908315904243
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail74,753 miles (+5,245)2 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,753 miles
- Test number
- 937898574107
- FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE VERY LOW INNER EDGE
Pass69,508 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 69,508 miles
- Test number
- 119773193119
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Fail69,508 miles (+9,881)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,508 miles
- Test number
- 237663593419
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass59,627 miles (+7,430)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 59,627 miles
- Test number
- 575903812079
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass52,197 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2011
- Odometer
- 52,197 miles
- Test number
- 261597820127
- 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)
Fail52,197 miles (+10,568)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,197 miles
- Test number
- 270546020460
- DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- 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)
- NoteOil leak (poss. intercooler or pipework)
Fail41,629 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,629 miles
- Test number
- 240314819196
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass41,629 miles (+3,799)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 41,629 miles
- Test number
- 954204519159
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,830 miles (+7,185)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 37,830 miles
- Test number
- 640212638248
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,645 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 30,645 miles
- Test number
- 261324737287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail30,645 miles (+7,571)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,645 miles
- Test number
- 821123837292
- FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass23,074 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 23,074 miles
- Test number
- 804028656243
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD53 NKJ
- Does LD53 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LD53 NKJ expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LD53 NKJ?
- The MOT on LD53 NKJ expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LD53 NKJ done?
- LD53 NKJ was recorded at 143,948 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2023, an average of 7,278 miles a year.
- Has LD53 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD53 NKJ has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
- Has the mileage on LD53 NKJ 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 NKJ find?
- LD53 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2023 with 7 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; both front lower ball dust covers perished, and 4 more.
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