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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LS53 HSYMOT history

LS53 HSY is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 91,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2024.

LS53 HSY blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2025
Mileage
91,312 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HSY
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
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HSY was last recorded at 91,312 miles on 2 Mar 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,302 miles · 29 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,312 miles
  • 2023 – 89,913 miles
  • 2020 – 87,813 miles
  • 2019 – 86,246 miles
  • 2018 – 82,952 miles
  • 2017 – 80,310 miles
  • 2016 – 75,808 miles
  • 2014 – 70,660 miles
  • 2013 – 64,286 miles
  • 2012 – 63,521 miles
  • 2011 – 61,890 miles
  • 2010 – 60,370 miles
  • 2009 – 53,268 miles
  • 2008 – 44,945 miles
  • 2007 – 35,699 miles
  • 2006 – 24,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,312 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,312 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,312 miles
    Test number
    803787767803
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Fail91,302 miles (+1,389)1 dangerous18 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    554129609438
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (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 spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced center sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFan belt perishing/ fraying
  3. Pass89,913 miles (+5)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,913 miles
    Test number
    221235298358
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail89,908 miles (+2,095)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,908 miles
    Test number
    846510530181
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass87,813 miles (+1,567)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,813 miles
    Test number
    413815732947
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Pass86,246 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,246 miles
    Test number
    726879283769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,242 miles (+5)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,242 miles
    Test number
    818428632080
    • MajorBumper insecure front (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/rear and n/s rear, o/s and n/s inner sills ,both rear inner wheel arches, n/s outer and inner sills , all holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  8. Fail86,237 miles (+3,285)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,237 miles
    Test number
    201181884296
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront valence loose
  9. Pass82,952 miles (+2,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,952 miles
    Test number
    859802616566
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill slightly corroded
  10. Pass80,310 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,310 miles
    Test number
    372604185068
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  11. Fail80,310 miles (+3)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,310 miles
    Test number
    308327968967
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  12. Fail80,307 miles (+4,499)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,307 miles
    Test number
    825246482379
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  13. Pass75,808 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,808 miles
    Test number
    766312933231
    • AdvisoryHandbrake light is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear bump stops are perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside front mirror glass is cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing has play in it
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer still has corrosion in places
    • AdvisoryRear engine stay mount has play and bushes are perishing
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a small chip in it
  14. Fail75,796 miles (+5,136)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,796 miles
    Test number
    598315846049
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working roof bar light (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working roof bar light (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake light is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear bump stops are perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside front mirror glass is cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing has play in it
    • AdvisoryNearside inner and outer still has corrosion in places
    • AdvisoryRear engine stay mount has play and bushes are perishing
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion in various places
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a small chip in it
  15. Pass70,660 miles (+33)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,660 miles
    Test number
    817300814398
    • NoteHandbrake light not working
    • NoteNearside and offside front lower arms bushes are perishing sightly
    • NoteNearside and offside rear bump stops are perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing on sidewalls and has a cut inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing low outter tread
    • NoteRoof lights not working
  16. Fail70,627 miles (+6,341)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,627 miles
    Test number
    595789004304
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake light not working
    • NoteNearside and offside front lower arms bushes are perishing sightly
    • NoteNearside and offside rear bump stops are perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing on sidewalls and has a cut inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing low outter tread
    • NoteRoof lights not working
  17. Pass64,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,286 miles
    Test number
    127485723322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,286 miles (+765)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,286 miles
    Test number
    666545523316
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  19. Pass63,521 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,521 miles
    Test number
    269452092212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,890 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    817040881245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,370 miles (+7,102)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    250355190295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,268 miles (+8,323)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,268 miles
    Test number
    352604349336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,945 miles (+9,246)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    420769038418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,699 miles
    Test number
    600569337386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,699 miles (+11,085)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,699 miles
    Test number
    654339237343
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  26. Pass24,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    813736926328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,614 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    114376226312
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 HSY

Does LS53 HSY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 HSY expired on 1 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HSY?
The MOT on LS53 HSY expired on 1 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 HSY done?
LS53 HSY was recorded at 91,312 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2024, an average of 3,861 miles a year.
Has LS53 HSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HSY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 HSY 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 LS53 HSY find?
LS53 HSY passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2024 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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