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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB53 LHAMOT history

LB53 LHA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2023
Mileage
146,759 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LHA was last recorded at 146,759 miles on 11 Jan 2022, 8,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,962 miles · 21 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,797 miles
Average per year
8,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,759 miles
  • 2020 – 137,962 miles
  • 2019 – 126,268 miles
  • 2018 – 111,668 miles
  • 2017 – 89,684 miles
  • 2015 – 75,125 miles
  • 2014 – 70,479 miles
  • 2013 – 63,611 miles
  • 2012 – 60,551 miles
  • 2011 – 55,513 miles
  • 2010 – 50,240 miles
  • 2009 – 46,380 miles
  • 2008 – 33,215 miles
  • 2007 – 26,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,759 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front both tyres started to wear inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre cut inner tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Coolant leak from radiator bottom hose clip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,759 miles (+8,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,759 miles
    Test number
    525525399427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,962 miles (+11,694)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,962 miles
    Test number
    637688904809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,268 miles
    Test number
    386494219204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail126,268 miles (+14,531)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,268 miles
    Test number
    831783405892
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass111,737 miles (+69)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    701108611908
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres started to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cut inner tread
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail111,668 miles (+21,984)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,668 miles
    Test number
    417746173806
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres started to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cut inner tread
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,684 miles (+8,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,684 miles
    Test number
    320795641625
    • AdvisorySuspect engine cooling fan not working

  8. Pass81,533 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,533 miles
    Test number
    155786733962
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator bottom hose clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50r16 87v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail81,533 miles (+6,408)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,533 miles
    Test number
    246045753686
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator bottom hose clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50r16 87v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass75,125 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,125 miles
    Test number
    752608264378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,114 miles (+4,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,114 miles
    Test number
    598298525384
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass70,479 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,479 miles
    Test number
    499543264327
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING

  13. Fail70,479 miles (+4,366)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,479 miles
    Test number
    288493964355
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  14. Pass66,113 miles (+2,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,113 miles
    Test number
    335418804062
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail63,611 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,611 miles
    Test number
    415384403077
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass63,611 miles (+3,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,611 miles
    Test number
    419284403032
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail60,551 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    136109902472
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass60,551 miles (+5,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    366089802035
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass55,513 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,513 miles
    Test number
    948702611055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,240 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,240 miles
    Test number
    152165720410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,380 miles (+13,165)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,380 miles
    Test number
    753609319098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,215 miles
    Test number
    313048818033
    • 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)

  23. Fail33,214 miles (+6,696)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,214 miles
    Test number
    744988818007
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass26,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,518 miles
    Test number
    980939627029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LHA

Does LB53 LHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 LHA expired on 11 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LHA?
The MOT on LB53 LHA expired on 11 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 LHA done?
LB53 LHA was recorded at 146,759 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2022, an average of 8,042 miles a year.
Has LB53 LHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LHA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LB53 LHA 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 LHA find?
LB53 LHA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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