Ford logo

Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB53 WJEMOT history

LB53 WJE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 154,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2025
Mileage
154,885 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,752 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB53 WJE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 WJE was last recorded at 154,885 miles on 13 Jun 2025, 3,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,060 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,825 miles
Average per year
7,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,885 miles
  • 2024 – 151,060 miles
  • 2023 – 141,409 miles
  • 2022 – 136,526 miles
  • 2021 – 128,925 miles
  • 2020 – 123,247 miles
  • 2019 – 118,480 miles
  • 2018 – 108,330 miles
  • 2017 – 96,170 miles
  • 2016 – 87,787 miles
  • 2015 – 81,221 miles
  • 2014 – 74,106 miles
  • 2013 – 68,802 miles
  • 2012 – 60,978 miles
  • 2011 – 52,694 miles
  • 2010 – 44,114 miles
  • 2009 – 34,750 miles
  • 2008 – 25,573 miles
  • 2007 – 12,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,885 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BOTH D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn COMPLETE ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEVEL LOW
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,885 miles (+3,825)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,885 miles
    Test number
    224940989180
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BOTH D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn COMPLETE ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEVEL LOW
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,060 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    151,060 miles
    Test number
    139663352893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail151,060 miles (+9,651)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,060 miles
    Test number
    966940057529
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high BOTH SIDE (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass141,409 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,409 miles
    Test number
    498239327362
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail141,409 miles (+4,883)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,409 miles
    Test number
    621212669344
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass136,526 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    136,526 miles
    Test number
    829758100570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail136,526 miles (+7,601)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,526 miles
    Test number
    926613790605
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass128,925 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    128,925 miles
    Test number
    393670333438
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail128,925 miles (+5,678)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,925 miles
    Test number
    133626009158
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass123,247 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    123,247 miles
    Test number
    856288938353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Fail123,247 miles (+4,767)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,247 miles
    Test number
    240091246835
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass118,480 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,480 miles
    Test number
    704746322511
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail118,480 miles (+10,150)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,480 miles
    Test number
    958748789409
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass108,330 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,330 miles
    Test number
    750544134562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail108,330 miles (+12,160)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,330 miles
    Test number
    140458047414
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass96,170 miles (+8,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,170 miles
    Test number
    222409708563
    • AdvisoryFront tyre size differs from rear
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension is rusty
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass87,787 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    820582332177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,754 miles (+6,533)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,754 miles
    Test number
    656807287254
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass81,221 miles (+7,115)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,221 miles
    Test number
    657795055160
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass74,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,106 miles
    Test number
    537258754187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail74,106 miles (+5,304)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,106 miles
    Test number
    245818054191
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass68,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,802 miles
    Test number
    885778853175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,802 miles (+7,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,802 miles
    Test number
    588288653113
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass60,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,978 miles
    Test number
    406832152160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,978 miles (+8,284)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,978 miles
    Test number
    669002452190
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass52,694 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,694 miles
    Test number
    165019951195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,114 miles (+9,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,114 miles
    Test number
    942170360198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,750 miles (+9,177)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,750 miles
    Test number
    250600549418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,573 miles (+12,657)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,573 miles
    Test number
    480436158160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass12,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,916 miles
    Test number
    690660057056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 WJE

Does LB53 WJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 WJE expired on 15 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WJE?
The MOT on LB53 WJE expired on 15 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 WJE done?
LB53 WJE was recorded at 154,885 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2025, an average of 7,752 miles a year.
Has LB53 WJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WJE has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 WJE 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 WJE find?
LB53 WJE failed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both, and 8 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB53W registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.