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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB53 DKEMOT history

LB53 DKE is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 7 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 178,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2022
Mileage
178,526 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DKE
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
7 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 DKE was last recorded at 178,526 miles on 15 Dec 2021, 5,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,191 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,335 miles
Average per year
11,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 178,526 miles
  • 2020 – 166,027 miles
  • 2019 – 153,758 miles
  • 2018 – 141,793 miles
  • 2017 – 128,616 miles
  • 2016 – 112,650 miles
  • 2014 – 93,730 miles
  • 2013 – 74,117 miles
  • 2012 – 57,221 miles
  • 2011 – 38,801 miles
  • 2010 – 23,314 miles
  • 2009 – 14,977 miles
  • 2008 – 11,615 miles
  • 2007 – 10,002 miles
  • 2006 – 8,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail178,526 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail178,526 miles (+5,335)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,526 miles
    Test number
    780287714435
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass173,191 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    173,191 miles
    Test number
    299897152956
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail173,190 miles (+7,163)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,190 miles
    Test number
    517099567416
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass166,027 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,027 miles
    Test number
    399063142320
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail166,027 miles (+12,269)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,027 miles
    Test number
    815703330165
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass153,758 miles (+11,965)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,758 miles
    Test number
    141290478400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass141,793 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    141,793 miles
    Test number
    356794056201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail141,753 miles (+13,137)1 dangerous11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,753 miles
    Test number
    180415558876
    • DangerousParking brake lever insecure mounting bolts loose (3.1.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass128,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    289099079793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail128,616 miles (+15,966)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    445883434647
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass112,650 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    768192432392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail112,650 miles (+18,920)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    202284836867
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass93,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    93,730 miles
    Test number
    437738054342
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail93,730 miles (+19,613)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,730 miles
    Test number
    519788354325
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass74,117 miles (+16,896)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,117 miles
    Test number
    698496113386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,221 miles (+18,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,221 miles
    Test number
    417389812414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass38,801 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,801 miles
    Test number
    127768401389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail38,764 miles (+15,450)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,764 miles
    Test number
    386327101317
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass23,314 miles (+8,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    23,314 miles
    Test number
    912900800379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass14,977 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    14,977 miles
    Test number
    942635989261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,615 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    11,615 miles
    Test number
    911074698216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,002 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    10,002 miles
    Test number
    422760217434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    8,144 miles
    Test number
    454270746494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DKE

Does LB53 DKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DKE expired on 28 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DKE?
The MOT on LB53 DKE expired on 28 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DKE done?
LB53 DKE was recorded at 178,526 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2021, an average of 11,340 miles a year.
Has LB53 DKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DKE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 DKE 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 DKE find?
LB53 DKE failed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 4 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; fuel system component leaking; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 5 more.

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