
Ford Transit
Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc
LD53 SZNMOT history
LD53 SZN is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 134,362 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 28 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 134,362 mi
- At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 20 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 5,605 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD53 SZN
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 26 Sept 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD53 SZN was last recorded at 134,362 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 1,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 133,136 miles · 26 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,226 miles
- Average per year
- 5,605 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 134,362 miles
- 2025 – 133,136 miles
- 2024 – 132,963 miles
- 2022 – 131,311 miles
- 2021 – 123,082 miles
- 2020 – 119,699 miles
- 2019 – 115,865 miles
- 2018 – 105,904 miles
- 2017 – 94,369 miles
- 2016 – 80,357 miles
- 2015 – 65,187 miles
- 2014 – 54,958 miles
- 2013 – 50,042 miles
- 2012 – 45,514 miles
- 2011 – 40,200 miles
- 2010 – 40,093 miles
- 2009 – 38,757 miles
- 2008 – 34,379 miles
- 2007 – 29,508 miles
- 2006 – 22,844 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025
Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers seat belt
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
29 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass134,362 miles (+1,226)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 134,362 miles
- Test number
- 829635303623
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass133,136 miles (+173)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 133,136 miles
- Test number
- 832802972678
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass132,963 miles (+14)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2025
- Odometer
- 132,963 miles
- Test number
- 308927423129
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear metal brake pipes corrorded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bump stops coming away from support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
Fail132,949 miles (+1,638)8 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,949 miles
- Test number
- 318300299340
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill is corroded and holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill is corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers seat belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear metal brake pipes corrorded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bump stops coming away from support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
Pass131,311 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 131,311 miles
- Test number
- 442029118290
- AdvisoryCentral Exhasut box outer skin badly deteriorated
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail131,311 miles (+8,229)1 dangerous8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,311 miles
- Test number
- 982294669531
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhasut box outer skin badly deteriorated
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass123,082 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 123,082 miles
- Test number
- 878191204455
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail123,082 miles (+3,383)2 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,082 miles
- Test number
- 786843608211
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass119,699 miles (+15)3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 119,699 miles
- Test number
- 603305446043
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Fail119,684 miles (+3,819)6 major3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,684 miles
- Test number
- 236274288671
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Visible from engine bay (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Central (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Pass115,865 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 115,865 miles
- Test number
- 660852901056
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in rack end
Fail115,863 miles (+9,959)1 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,863 miles
- Test number
- 186450239527
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in rack end
Pass105,904 miles (+8)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 105,904 miles
- Test number
- 359334634723
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Both rear chassis legs (6.1.A.1)
Fail105,896 miles (+11,527)6 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,896 miles
- Test number
- 839742039067
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Both rear chassis legs (6.1.A.1)
Pass94,369 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 94,369 miles
- Test number
- 264053927538
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front slight movement in rack inner tie rod joint
- AdvisorySlight movement in rack inner tie rod joint
Fail94,369 miles (+14,012)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,369 miles
- Test number
- 327013328106
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front slight movement in rack inner tie rod joint
- AdvisorySlight movement in rack inner tie rod joint
Pass80,357 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 80,357 miles
- Test number
- 425494408040
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryUneven wear on o/s/r tyre
Fail80,357 miles (+15,170)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,357 miles
- Test number
- 776140993387
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureStop lamp not working x2 (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryUneven wear on o/s/r tyre
Pass65,187 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 65,187 miles
- Test number
- 368539875086
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Fail65,187 miles (+10,229)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,187 miles
- Test number
- 238449175058
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Pass54,958 miles (+4,916)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 54,958 miles
- Test number
- 717994064005
- NoteCoolant leak
Pass50,042 miles (+4,528)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 50,042 miles
- Test number
- 499701173047
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,514 miles (+5,314)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 45,514 miles
- Test number
- 159177972426
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,200 miles (+107)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 40,200 miles
- Test number
- 189493581406
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,093 miles (+1,336)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 40,093 miles
- Test number
- 864764110274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,757 miles (+4,378)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 38,757 miles
- Test number
- 464978059200
- NoteO/s stop light dim
- NoteO/s/f tyre near legal limit
Pass34,379 miles (+4,871)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 34,379 miles
- Test number
- 753543858271
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,508 miles (+6,664)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 29,508 miles
- Test number
- 141992547297
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,844 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 22,844 miles
- Test number
- 504458846240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD53 SZN
- Does LD53 SZN currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 SZN is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LD53 SZN?
- The MOT on LD53 SZN is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LD53 SZN done?
- LD53 SZN was recorded at 134,362 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 5,605 miles a year.
- Has LD53 SZN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD53 SZN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on LD53 SZN 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 SZN find?
- LD53 SZN passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.
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