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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB53 DFOMOT history

LB53 DFO is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 190,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2023
Mileage
190,470 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 DFO was last recorded at 190,470 miles on 22 Apr 2022, 7,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,684 miles · 9 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,786 miles
Average per year
9,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,470 miles
  • 2020 – 182,684 miles
  • 2019 – 176,171 miles
  • 2018 – 168,908 miles
  • 2017 – 159,812 miles
  • 2016 – 149,941 miles
  • 2015 – 139,896 miles
  • 2014 – 130,946 miles
  • 2013 – 121,092 miles
  • 2012 – 110,323 miles
  • 2011 – 96,512 miles
  • 2010 – 77,593 miles
  • 2009 – 57,100 miles
  • 2008 – 49,562 miles
  • 2007 – 42,106 miles
  • 2006 – 37,140 miles
  • 2005 – 25,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,470 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Light corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,470 miles (+7,786)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    190,470 miles
    Test number
    475371793039
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

  2. Pass182,684 miles (+6,513)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    182,684 miles
    Test number
    656824828142
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass176,171 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    176,171 miles
    Test number
    708051445989
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

  4. Fail176,042 miles (+7,134)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,042 miles
    Test number
    176850041950
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

  5. Pass168,908 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    168,908 miles
    Test number
    209924867603
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail168,908 miles (+9,096)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,908 miles
    Test number
    558348361715
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass159,812 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    255638863826
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes detriorated

  8. Fail159,812 miles (+9,871)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    792061230839
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes detriorated

  9. Pass149,941 miles (+10,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    149,941 miles
    Test number
    267948923875
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f track rod end

  10. Pass139,896 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    139,896 miles
    Test number
    612257885620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut on inner side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail139,896 miles (+8,950)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,896 miles
    Test number
    216399222666
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut on inner side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass130,946 miles (+9,854)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    130,946 miles
    Test number
    605427134338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass121,092 miles (+10,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    121,092 miles
    Test number
    545672733354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail110,323 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,323 miles
    Test number
    265244232345
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass110,323 miles (+13,811)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    110,323 miles
    Test number
    447054332448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,512 miles (+18,919)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,512 miles
    Test number
    978974941394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,593 miles (+469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,593 miles
    Test number
    452470440347
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Fail77,124 miles (+20,024)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,124 miles
    Test number
    261250630304
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass57,100 miles (+7,538)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,100 miles
    Test number
    174251819343
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged not reaching cords

  20. Pass49,562 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    310532318303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    42,106 miles
    Test number
    400001637421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,106 miles (+4,966)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,106 miles
    Test number
    660171437388
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass37,140 miles (+11,243)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    37,140 miles
    Test number
    524025146399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,897 miles
    Test number
    544211405387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DFO

Does LB53 DFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DFO expired on 21 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DFO?
The MOT on LB53 DFO expired on 21 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DFO done?
LB53 DFO was recorded at 190,470 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2022, an average of 9,985 miles a year.
Has LB53 DFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DFO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LB53 DFO 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 LB53 DFO find?
LB53 DFO passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2022 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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