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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LD53 TBVMOT history

LD53 TBV is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LD53 TBV blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,327 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TBV
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 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TBV was last recorded at 131,327 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,285 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
5,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,327 miles
  • 2024 – 126,333 miles
  • 2023 – 120,477 miles
  • 2022 – 110,469 miles
  • 2021 – 106,313 miles
  • 2020 – 101,327 miles
  • 2019 – 93,413 miles
  • 2018 – 88,485 miles
  • 2017 – 83,115 miles
  • 2016 – 76,523 miles
  • 2015 – 69,706 miles
  • 2014 – 65,924 miles
  • 2013 – 60,080 miles
  • 2012 – 54,424 miles
  • 2011 – 53,834 miles
  • 2010 – 49,988 miles
  • 2009 – 43,419 miles
  • 2008 – 36,090 miles
  • 2007 – 30,081 miles
  • 2006 – 26,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,327 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,327 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,327 miles
    Test number
    640111688744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,285 miles (+4,952)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,285 miles
    Test number
    534427667246
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass126,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,333 miles
    Test number
    166685489735
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inside edges void of tread no cords at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail126,332 miles (+5,855)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,332 miles
    Test number
    626586875225
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inside edges void of tread no cords at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass120,477 miles (+10,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,477 miles
    Test number
    756218888984
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,469 miles
    Test number
    447066156498
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,469 miles (+4,156)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,469 miles
    Test number
    619863586343
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,313 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,313 miles
    Test number
    711549258408
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,313 miles (+4,986)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,313 miles
    Test number
    146290424846
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering arm worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,327 miles (+7,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,327 miles
    Test number
    786843979395
    • AdvisoryNearside rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass93,413 miles (+4,928)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,413 miles
    Test number
    178514880196
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis legs rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside rack end has very slight play
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  12. Pass88,485 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,485 miles
    Test number
    751356416639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,480 miles (+5,365)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,480 miles
    Test number
    797961746938
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by spring (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by spring (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps very dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner ball joint steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps very dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner ball joint steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass83,115 miles (+6,592)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,115 miles
    Test number
    394223207055
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass76,523 miles (+6,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    529858473241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around forward leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around forward leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass69,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,706 miles
    Test number
    225445180995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,706 miles (+3,782)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,706 miles
    Test number
    433315719693
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass65,924 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    268464804204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,080 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,080 miles
    Test number
    608994923200
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass60,080 miles (+5,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,080 miles
    Test number
    998764823282
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass54,424 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,424 miles
    Test number
    208154982489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,834 miles (+3,846)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,834 miles
    Test number
    935731111298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,988 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,988 miles
    Test number
    264484610298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,419 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    120111959292
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass43,419 miles (+7,329)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    154911359231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,090 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,090 miles
    Test number
    724022758245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,081 miles (+3,909)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,081 miles
    Test number
    963799947289
    • NoteN/s wiper blade come adrift

  28. Pass26,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,172 miles
    Test number
    890116156230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 TBV

Does LD53 TBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 TBV is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TBV?
The MOT on LD53 TBV is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 TBV done?
LD53 TBV was recorded at 131,327 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 5,486 miles a year.
Has LD53 TBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TBV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 TBV 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 TBV find?
LD53 TBV passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by cross-member.

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