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Ford Transit Connect

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD53 ZKWMOT history

LD53 ZKW is a silver diesel Ford Transit Connect first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LD53 ZKW silver Ford Transit Connect – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit Connect, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,813 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ZKW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit Connect
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ZKW was last recorded at 141,813 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,782 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
2,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,813 miles
  • 2025 – 139,602 miles
  • 2024 – 137,623 miles
  • 2020 – 136,734 miles
  • 2019 – 136,432 miles
  • 2018 – 135,680 miles
  • 2017 – 135,102 miles
  • 2016 – 134,884 miles
  • 2015 – 133,451 miles
  • 2014 – 131,243 miles
  • 2013 – 129,745 miles
  • 2012 – 127,202 miles
  • 2011 – 125,630 miles
  • 2010 – 122,531 miles
  • 2009 – 119,044 miles
  • 2008 – 114,579 miles
  • 2007 – 108,018 miles
  • 2006 – 94,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,813 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Possible load valve issue (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both leaf springs are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,813 miles (+31)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,813 miles
    Test number
    126845891437
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Possible load valve issue (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail141,782 miles (+2,180)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,782 miles
    Test number
    982204821347
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass139,602 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    472532199965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,623 miles (+889)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    137,623 miles
    Test number
    183096249268
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH sides sill edges (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,734 miles (+302)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,734 miles
    Test number
    543788719035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  6. Pass136,432 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,432 miles
    Test number
    816687974929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth leaf springs are corroded

  7. Fail136,420 miles (+740)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,420 miles
    Test number
    844707726692
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth leaf springs are corroded

  8. Pass135,680 miles (+578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    135,680 miles
    Test number
    897014530830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass135,102 miles (+218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    135,102 miles
    Test number
    924859926840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass134,884 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    134,884 miles
    Test number
    696537827012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,451 miles (+2,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    133,451 miles
    Test number
    995829911829
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass131,243 miles (+1,498)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    131,243 miles
    Test number
    465183784293
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracking in tread

  13. Pass129,745 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    129,745 miles
    Test number
    248577173202
    • NoteN/s/r tyres starting to perish

  14. Fail129,736 miles (+2,534)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,736 miles
    Test number
    748336373262
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyres starting to perish

  15. Pass127,202 miles (+1,572)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    127,202 miles
    Test number
    399553462480
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inneredges

  16. Pass125,630 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    125,630 miles
    Test number
    905630181289
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inneredge

  17. Fail125,630 miles (+3,099)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,630 miles
    Test number
    498269071271
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inneredge

  18. Pass122,531 miles (+3,487)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    122,531 miles
    Test number
    764107050233
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inneredge

  19. Pass119,044 miles (+4,465)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    119,044 miles
    Test number
    874100869218
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inside of tread
    • NoteFront & rear no. plates are slightly delaminated

  20. Pass114,579 miles (+6,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    114,579 miles
    Test number
    222322728305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass108,018 miles (+13,179)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    108,018 miles
    Test number
    412034227362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,839 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    94,839 miles
    Test number
    843961076259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail94,723 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,723 miles
    Test number
    431520176281
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about LD53 ZKW

Does LD53 ZKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 ZKW is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ZKW?
The MOT on LD53 ZKW is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 ZKW done?
LD53 ZKW was recorded at 141,813 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 2,423 miles a year.
Has LD53 ZKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ZKW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 ZKW 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 ZKW find?
LD53 ZKW passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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