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Ford Mondeo

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LB53 LFWMOT history

LB53 LFW is a silver diesel Ford Mondeo first used on 11 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 202,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2022
Mileage
202,416 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LFW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LFW was last recorded at 202,416 miles on 14 Dec 2021, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,407 miles · 26 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 202,416 miles
  • 2020 – 197,598 miles
  • 2019 – 194,037 miles
  • 2018 – 188,173 miles
  • 2017 – 183,441 miles
  • 2016 – 178,832 miles
  • 2015 – 172,596 miles
  • 2014 – 164,676 miles
  • 2013 – 159,057 miles
  • 2012 – 152,201 miles
  • 2011 – 145,036 miles
  • 2010 – 136,497 miles
  • 2009 – 127,469 miles
  • 2008 – 119,500 miles
  • 2007 – 110,981 miles
  • 2006 – 87,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,416 miles
  • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear crossmember behind bumper holed and corroded not structural
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody covered with rust (5.3.6 (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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Outer sill signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,416 miles (+9)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    202,416 miles
    Test number
    705889073289
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember behind bumper holed and corroded not structural
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody covered with rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail202,407 miles (+4,809)9 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,407 miles
    Test number
    207735972075
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorLower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member behind bumper holed and corroded. not structural
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody covered in corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass197,598 miles (+16)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    197,598 miles
    Test number
    167146229408
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember behind rear bumper holed and corroded. not load bearing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension componentscovered with rust
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered with rust

  4. Fail197,582 miles (+3,545)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,582 miles
    Test number
    195626306185
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember behind rear bumper holed and corroded. not load bearing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension componentscovered with rust
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered with rust

  5. Pass194,037 miles (+21)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    194,037 miles
    Test number
    839615297695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sills signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed and corroded not load bearing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody surface corrosion

  6. Fail194,016 miles (+5,843)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,016 miles
    Test number
    776202035343
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sills signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed and corroded not load bearing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody surface corrosion

  7. Pass188,173 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    188,173 miles
    Test number
    890478070885
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed and corroded. Not load bearing

  8. Fail188,169 miles (+4,728)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,169 miles
    Test number
    391090501763
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed and corroded. Not load bearing

  9. Pass183,441 miles (+4,609)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    183,441 miles
    Test number
    380937228336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass178,832 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    178,832 miles
    Test number
    542183177662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail178,825 miles (+6,229)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,825 miles
    Test number
    777225330129
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing broken (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass172,596 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    172,596 miles
    Test number
    775694762179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail172,586 miles (+7,910)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,586 miles
    Test number
    972322097595
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureEngine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine stabilizer (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass164,676 miles (+5,619)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    164,676 miles
    Test number
    246585944306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail159,057 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,057 miles
    Test number
    655445543337
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass159,057 miles (+6,856)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    159,057 miles
    Test number
    816365243370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass152,201 miles (+7,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    152,201 miles
    Test number
    635341742317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass145,036 miles (+8,539)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    145,036 miles
    Test number
    795647441320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,497 miles (+9,028)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    136,497 miles
    Test number
    461228240328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,469 miles (+7,969)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    127,469 miles
    Test number
    754945349356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass119,500 miles (+8,519)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    119,500 miles
    Test number
    194225348392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,981 miles (+23,170)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    110,981 miles
    Test number
    161728447307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    87,811 miles
    Test number
    983838216352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LFW

Does LB53 LFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 LFW expired on 20 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LFW?
The MOT on LB53 LFW expired on 20 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 LFW done?
LB53 LFW was recorded at 202,416 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2021, an average of 7,598 miles a year.
Has LB53 LFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LFW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 LFW 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 LFW find?
LB53 LFW passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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