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White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,800 cc

LD53 NLGMOT history

LD53 NLG is a white diesel Ford Connect first used on 10 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
112,025 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 NLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Connect
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 NLG was last recorded at 112,025 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,010 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,025 miles
  • 2024 – 111,265 miles
  • 2023 – 110,571 miles
  • 2022 – 105,654 miles
  • 2021 – 100,492 miles
  • 2020 – 97,308 miles
  • 2019 – 93,505 miles
  • 2018 – 89,535 miles
  • 2017 – 86,375 miles
  • 2016 – 83,807 miles
  • 2015 – 80,916 miles
  • 2014 – 76,902 miles
  • 2013 – 72,627 miles
  • 2012 – 66,659 miles
  • 2011 – 60,417 miles
  • 2009 – 46,081 miles
  • 2008 – 38,578 miles
  • 2007 – 28,923 miles
  • 2006 – 22,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,025 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Minor chips to windscreen

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,025 miles (+15)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    112,025 miles
    Test number
    118314079026
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail112,010 miles (+745)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,010 miles
    Test number
    667054437211
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass111,265 miles (+694)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,265 miles
    Test number
    951392655759
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator cross member corroding

  4. Pass110,571 miles (+6)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,571 miles
    Test number
    371817564864
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Radiator bracket corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail110,565 miles (+4,911)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,565 miles
    Test number
    470591766355
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Radiator bracket corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass105,654 miles (+7)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,654 miles
    Test number
    984278270281
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail105,647 miles (+5,155)7 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,647 miles
    Test number
    489046903656
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,492 miles (+9)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,492 miles
    Test number
    433888867032
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear steel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis & sills corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail100,483 miles (+3,175)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,483 miles
    Test number
    824586147564
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear steel pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis & sills corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass97,308 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,308 miles
    Test number
    448157462407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis corroding

  11. Fail97,294 miles (+542)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,294 miles
    Test number
    334750920373
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis corroding

  12. Pass96,752 miles (+3,247)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,752 miles
    Test number
    335230960935
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill closing panel corroding

  13. Pass93,505 miles (+3,970)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,505 miles
    Test number
    253991424186
    • 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))

  14. Pass89,535 miles (+3,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,535 miles
    Test number
    655062429067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass86,375 miles (+2,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,375 miles
    Test number
    670461228280
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged outside of swept area

  16. Pass83,807 miles (+2,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    83,807 miles
    Test number
    257276561115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass80,916 miles (+4,014)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    439474845002
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMinor chips to windscreen

  18. Pass76,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    206061454064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail76,902 miles (+4,275)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    936211754017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass72,627 miles (+5,968)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,627 miles
    Test number
    477167453017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,659 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,659 miles
    Test number
    155815152018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,417 miles (+14,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    205559351034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,081 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    271084059244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,578 miles (+9,655)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,578 miles
    Test number
    922566948252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,923 miles (+6,419)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,923 miles
    Test number
    483708627230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,504 miles
    Test number
    411274056219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 NLG

Does LD53 NLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 NLG is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 NLG?
The MOT on LD53 NLG is valid until 3 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 NLG done?
LD53 NLG was recorded at 112,025 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,655 miles a year.
Has LD53 NLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 NLG has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 NLG 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 NLG find?
LD53 NLG passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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