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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB53 DTUMOT history

LB53 DTU is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 7 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
88,257 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 DTU
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 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 DTU was last recorded at 88,257 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 6,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,615 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,642 miles
Average per year
5,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,257 miles
  • 2021 – 81,615 miles
  • 2020 – 75,012 miles
  • 2019 – 72,766 miles
  • 2018 – 70,894 miles
  • 2017 – 67,769 miles
  • 2016 – 62,130 miles
  • 2015 – 55,813 miles
  • 2014 – 48,834 miles
  • 2013 – 42,151 miles
  • 2012 – 35,814 miles
  • 2011 – 29,769 miles
  • 2010 – 23,949 miles
  • 2009 – 20,792 miles
  • 2008 – 20,679 miles
  • 2007 – 16,079 miles
  • 2006 – 12,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,257 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,257 miles
    Test number
    185859698188
    • 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))

  2. Fail88,256 miles (+6,641)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,256 miles
    Test number
    579856501345
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass81,615 miles (+6,603)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,615 miles
    Test number
    739078562924
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass75,012 miles (+2,246)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,012 miles
    Test number
    982656876067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,766 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,766 miles
    Test number
    993975326397
    • 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))

  6. Pass70,894 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    796005258419
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOne nozzle on each washer jet not working

  7. Fail70,894 miles (+3,125)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    423076229434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOne nozzle on each washer jet not working

  8. Pass67,769 miles (+5,639)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,769 miles
    Test number
    690055038482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass62,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,130 miles
    Test number
    370821247701
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  10. Fail62,130 miles (+6,317)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,130 miles
    Test number
    573474790824
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  11. Pass55,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,813 miles
    Test number
    116193435403
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail55,813 miles (+6,979)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,813 miles
    Test number
    767213035066
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass48,834 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    678134834097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,151 miles
    Test number
    106535333089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail42,151 miles (+6,337)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,151 miles
    Test number
    129525933029
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail35,814 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,814 miles
    Test number
    168277432444
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass35,814 miles (+6,045)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,814 miles
    Test number
    619317632095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,769 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,769 miles
    Test number
    157348731423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracked and perished on outer edge.

  19. Fail29,769 miles (+5,820)5 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,769 miles
    Test number
    479418231056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracked and perished on outer edge.

  20. Pass23,949 miles (+3,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,949 miles
    Test number
    661219230042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass20,792 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,792 miles
    Test number
    543119149023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,679 miles (+4,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,679 miles
    Test number
    683817218327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass16,079 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,079 miles
    Test number
    172647917305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,243 miles
    Test number
    594171346334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 DTU

Does LB53 DTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 DTU expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 DTU?
The MOT on LB53 DTU expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 DTU done?
LB53 DTU was recorded at 88,257 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 5,002 miles a year.
Has LB53 DTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 DTU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 DTU 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 DTU find?
LB53 DTU passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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