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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB53 LJUMOT history

LB53 LJU is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
78,806 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LJU was last recorded at 78,806 miles on 22 Jan 2022, 344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,462 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
344 miles
Average per year
3,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 78,806 miles
  • 2021 – 78,462 miles
  • 2020 – 78,336 miles
  • 2019 – 77,408 miles
  • 2018 – 74,681 miles
  • 2017 – 72,839 miles
  • 2016 – 70,767 miles
  • 2015 – 68,351 miles
  • 2014 – 65,171 miles
  • 2013 – 62,253 miles
  • 2012 – 60,499 miles
  • 2011 – 53,918 miles
  • 2010 – 44,562 miles
  • 2009 – 38,275 miles
  • 2008 – 34,974 miles
  • 2007 – 31,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,806 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,806 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    231114604228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,462 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    207999789213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,336 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,336 miles
    Test number
    977589680481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,408 miles (+2,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,408 miles
    Test number
    541788465376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,681 miles (+1,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,681 miles
    Test number
    517983317291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass72,839 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,839 miles
    Test number
    824385422637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,767 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,767 miles
    Test number
    568909133022
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat nearside rear
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak/thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryEngine /emission light lit

  8. Fail70,767 miles (+2,416)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,767 miles
    Test number
    399700482981
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat nearside rear
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak/thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryEngine /emission light lit

  9. Pass68,351 miles (+3,180)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,351 miles
    Test number
    448148025019
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBody damage nearside rear
    • NoteE.m. light lit
    • NoteRear wiper torn

  10. Pass65,171 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,171 miles
    Test number
    185180934443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,253 miles (+1,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,253 miles
    Test number
    647433323030
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass60,499 miles (+6,581)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,499 miles
    Test number
    157076922405
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass53,918 miles (+9,356)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,918 miles
    Test number
    175954501467
    • NoteFront o/s bumper split

  14. Fail44,562 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,562 miles
    Test number
    150092420490
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  15. Pass44,562 miles (+6,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,562 miles
    Test number
    924932820083
    • 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)

  16. Pass38,275 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,275 miles
    Test number
    270073919062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,974 miles (+3,968)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,974 miles
    Test number
    132750218023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,006 miles
    Test number
    243832637075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LJU

Does LB53 LJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 LJU expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LJU?
The MOT on LB53 LJU expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 LJU done?
LB53 LJU was recorded at 78,806 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2022, an average of 3,192 miles a year.
Has LB53 LJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LJU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on LB53 LJU 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 LJU find?
LB53 LJU passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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