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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,399 cc

LB53 DLFMOT history

LB53 DLF is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 133,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2023
Mileage
133,180 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 DLF was last recorded at 133,180 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 7,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,773 miles · 2 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
7,407 miles
Average per year
7,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,180 miles
  • 2021 – 125,773 miles
  • 2020 – 118,952 miles
  • 2019 – 112,955 miles
  • 2018 – 105,487 miles
  • 2016 – 95,797 miles
  • 2015 – 88,661 miles
  • 2014 – 80,973 miles
  • 2013 – 73,003 miles
  • 2012 – 65,006 miles
  • 2011 – 57,052 miles
  • 2010 – 48,252 miles
  • 2009 – 40,134 miles
  • 2008 – 32,234 miles
  • 2007 – 24,186 miles
  • 2006 – 15,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,180 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,180 miles (+7,407)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,180 miles
    Test number
    757616304823
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass125,773 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    125,773 miles
    Test number
    800340628834
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail125,769 miles (+6,817)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,769 miles
    Test number
    265080905139
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass118,952 miles (+5,997)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,952 miles
    Test number
    267765324899
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass112,955 miles (+7,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,955 miles
    Test number
    889061471219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake cable outer cable locating grommet broken
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear shock absorber shrouds broken

  6. Pass105,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,487 miles
    Test number
    494732316401
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear bump stops on rear shocks broken

  7. Fail105,487 miles (+9,690)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,487 miles
    Test number
    215422855037
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear bump stops on rear shocks broken

  8. Pass95,797 miles (+7,136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,797 miles
    Test number
    621972467471
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box along seams (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started to nearside and offside inner sills

  9. Pass88,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    854939709590
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail88,661 miles (+7,688)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,661 miles
    Test number
    817808078579
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass80,973 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    529235314394
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail80,973 miles (+7,970)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    356505314356
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass73,003 miles (+7,997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    506360533353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass65,006 miles (+7,954)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,006 miles
    Test number
    309667422333
    • NoteN/s/r shock dust cover loose
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSlight wear to front discs inner face

  15. Pass57,052 miles (+8,800)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,052 miles
    Test number
    226580801345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,252 miles (+8,118)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,252 miles
    Test number
    271911000320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,134 miles (+7,900)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,134 miles
    Test number
    541543009308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,234 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,234 miles
    Test number
    773504398215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,186 miles
    Test number
    103320497261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,186 miles (+9,008)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,186 miles
    Test number
    993188887229
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass15,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,178 miles
    Test number
    203035206386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DLF

Does LB53 DLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DLF expired on 27 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DLF?
The MOT on LB53 DLF expired on 27 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DLF done?
LB53 DLF was recorded at 133,180 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 7,418 miles a year.
Has LB53 DLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DLF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 DLF 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 DLF find?
LB53 DLF passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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