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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.

LD53 SZN blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass134,362 miles
  • 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

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 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. 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))
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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)
  14. 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)
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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)
  20. 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)
  21. Pass54,958 miles (+4,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,958 miles
    Test number
    717994064005
    • NoteCoolant leak
  22. Pass50,042 miles (+4,528)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    499701173047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,514 miles (+5,314)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,514 miles
    Test number
    159177972426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,200 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    189493581406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,093 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    864764110274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. 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
  27. Pass34,379 miles (+4,871)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,379 miles
    Test number
    753543858271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,508 miles (+6,664)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,508 miles
    Test number
    141992547297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. 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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