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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 KLVMOT history

LB53 KLV is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,545 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 KLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 KLV was last recorded at 88,545 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 5,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,437 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,108 miles
Average per year
3,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,545 miles
  • 2025 – 83,437 miles
  • 2023 – 76,429 miles
  • 2022 – 62,382 miles
  • 2021 – 58,327 miles
  • 2020 – 56,093 miles
  • 2019 – 53,718 miles
  • 2018 – 50,639 miles
  • 2017 – 44,485 miles
  • 2016 – 43,111 miles
  • 2015 – 41,488 miles
  • 2014 – 39,089 miles
  • 2013 – 36,886 miles
  • 2012 – 34,823 miles
  • 2011 – 32,773 miles
  • 2010 – 30,049 miles
  • 2009 – 27,576 miles
  • 2008 – 26,051 miles
  • 2007 – 23,444 miles
  • 2006 – 17,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,545 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,545 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    716603130728
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass83,437 miles (+7,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,437 miles
    Test number
    106404035223
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,429 miles (+14,047)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,429 miles
    Test number
    676818917760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,382 miles (+4,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,382 miles
    Test number
    378524935116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass58,327 miles (+2,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    874225087357
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass56,093 miles (+2,375)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    563456933538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,718 miles (+3,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,718 miles
    Test number
    531573626688
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass50,639 miles (+6,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,639 miles
    Test number
    556436476396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass44,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,485 miles
    Test number
    151683522135
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail44,485 miles (+1,374)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,485 miles
    Test number
    363386614585
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working 380 (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass43,111 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,111 miles
    Test number
    889595269360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    729044560719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,488 miles (+2,399)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    989906336953
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass39,089 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    817674944332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,886 miles (+2,063)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,886 miles
    Test number
    735057643361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,823 miles (+2,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,823 miles
    Test number
    218313352385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,773 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,773 miles
    Test number
    369688141390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,049 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,049 miles
    Test number
    461669240361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,576 miles (+1,525)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,576 miles
    Test number
    822995049356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,051 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,051 miles
    Test number
    784070658346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,444 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,444 miles
    Test number
    232846647314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,822 miles
    Test number
    433487246425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 KLV

Does LB53 KLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 KLV is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 KLV?
The MOT on LB53 KLV is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 KLV done?
LB53 KLV was recorded at 88,545 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 3,668 miles a year.
Has LB53 KLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 KLV has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on LB53 KLV 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 KLV find?
LB53 KLV passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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