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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB53 WMLMOT history

LB53 WML is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 142,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
142,976 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 WML was last recorded at 142,976 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,971 miles · 16 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 142,976 miles
  • 2020 – 140,965 miles
  • 2019 – 138,133 miles
  • 2018 – 134,427 miles
  • 2017 – 124,748 miles
  • 2016 – 109,601 miles
  • 2015 – 101,985 miles
  • 2014 – 94,737 miles
  • 2013 – 86,325 miles
  • 2012 – 79,348 miles
  • 2011 – 74,168 miles
  • 2010 – 64,687 miles
  • 2009 – 55,512 miles
  • 2008 – 44,121 miles
  • 2007 – 34,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,976 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,976 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,976 miles
    Test number
    605579550420
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  2. Fail142,971 miles (+7)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,971 miles
    Test number
    216103808632
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  3. Fail142,964 miles (+1,999)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,964 miles
    Test number
    282602106221
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip rubber starting to split
    • AdvisoryDifferent aspect ratio tyres on front and rear axles

  4. Pass140,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    456439726356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail140,965 miles (+2,832)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,965 miles
    Test number
    913517138934
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass138,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,133 miles
    Test number
    928331166964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,133 miles (+3,706)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,133 miles
    Test number
    934230835935
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass134,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,427 miles
    Test number
    796346840647
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail134,424 miles (+9,676)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,424 miles
    Test number
    616352001703
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass124,748 miles (+15,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,748 miles
    Test number
    815513660041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass109,601 miles (+7,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    109,601 miles
    Test number
    504694222820
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass101,985 miles (+7,248)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,985 miles
    Test number
    638923195068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    94,737 miles
    Test number
    539481134019
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail94,737 miles (+8,412)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,737 miles
    Test number
    198260734035
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteClip missing from offside rack gaiter

  15. Pass86,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,325 miles
    Test number
    347021433023
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail86,325 miles (+6,977)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,325 miles
    Test number
    516051333090
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteLower bell housing bolt loose
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  17. Pass79,348 miles (+5,180)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    705220432029
    • NoteEngine oil level low.
    • NoteNearside door mirror loose.

  18. Pass74,168 miles (+9,481)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,168 miles
    Test number
    746298521082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,687 miles (+9,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,687 miles
    Test number
    824630920048
    • 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)

  20. Pass55,512 miles (+11,391)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    55,512 miles
    Test number
    573047029058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,121 miles (+10,117)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,121 miles
    Test number
    602598428080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,004 miles
    Test number
    340005927033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,004 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,004 miles
    Test number
    953445127022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB53 WML

Does LB53 WML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 WML expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WML?
The MOT on LB53 WML expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 WML done?
LB53 WML was recorded at 142,976 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 7,350 miles a year.
Has LB53 WML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WML has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 WML 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 WML find?
LB53 WML passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: brake pedal wearing smooth.

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