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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB53 YWKMOT history

LB53 YWK is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 172,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
172,291 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 YWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 YWK was last recorded at 172,291 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 10,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,521 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,770 miles
Average per year
7,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,291 miles
  • 2024 – 161,521 miles
  • 2023 – 155,931 miles
  • 2021 – 150,200 miles
  • 2020 – 149,104 miles
  • 2019 – 146,503 miles
  • 2018 – 143,168 miles
  • 2017 – 137,925 miles
  • 2016 – 132,940 miles
  • 2015 – 129,455 miles
  • 2014 – 125,662 miles
  • 2013 – 121,422 miles
  • 2012 – 102,272 miles
  • 2011 – 80,984 miles
  • 2010 – 62,817 miles
  • 2009 – 48,631 miles
  • 2008 – 40,175 miles
  • 2007 – 35,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,291 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    172,291 miles
    Test number
    248817804622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail172,291 miles (+10,770)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,291 miles
    Test number
    749786933011
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass161,521 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    161,521 miles
    Test number
    923821796386
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint bolt has a double nut to secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes may have been repaired with compression fittings which is an unexpectable repair

  4. Fail161,521 miles (+5,590)8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,521 miles
    Test number
    107985766359
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust system incomplete (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint bolt has a double nut to secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes may have been repaired with compression fittings which is an unexpectable repair

  5. Pass155,931 miles (+2)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    155,931 miles
    Test number
    214371360036
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes may have compression joint fittings, Compression fittings are unacceptable method of repair
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail155,929 miles (+5,729)3 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,929 miles
    Test number
    144992173068
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi brake pipe to hub (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (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 Rear Parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,200 miles (+1,096)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    150,200 miles
    Test number
    965485797107
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,104 miles (+2,601)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    149,104 miles
    Test number
    127738729512
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass146,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,503 miles
    Test number
    971409742627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail146,503 miles (+3,335)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,503 miles
    Test number
    168477961555
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass143,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    143,168 miles
    Test number
    713630368955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,168 miles (+5,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,168 miles
    Test number
    196997500158
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass137,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    503067960642
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv boot has tape on it
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is perishing and close to the limit

  14. Fail137,924 miles (+4,984)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,924 miles
    Test number
    334259336617
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner cv boot has tape on it
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is perishing and close to the limit

  15. Pass132,940 miles (+3,485)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    132,940 miles
    Test number
    643216920016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre pwerished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Alex beam (2.4.F.3)

  16. Pass129,455 miles (+3,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    129,455 miles
    Test number
    101319240357
    • AdvisoryExhaust in very poor condition

  17. Pass125,662 miles (+158)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,662 miles
    Test number
    407451384244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is devoid of tread on edges
    • NoteOffside driveshaft centre support bearing is noisy
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp is in poor condition (rusty)

  18. Fail125,504 miles (+4,082)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,504 miles
    Test number
    115032474258
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is devoid of tread on edges
    • NoteOffside driveshaft centre support bearing is noisy
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp is in poor condition (rusty)

  19. Pass121,422 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    716938293264
    • NoteNearside front head lamp aim on lower limits

  20. Fail121,422 miles (+19,150)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    658238693299
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front head lamp aim on lower limits

  21. Pass102,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    102,272 miles
    Test number
    635128172272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,272 miles (+21,288)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,272 miles
    Test number
    876028272208
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Fail80,984 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,984 miles
    Test number
    135682791404
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn inner

  24. Pass80,984 miles (+18,167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,984 miles
    Test number
    186422191008
    • NoteFront brake discs worn inner

  25. Pass62,817 miles (+14,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,817 miles
    Test number
    510722060087
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass48,631 miles (+8,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,631 miles
    Test number
    991066319008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass40,175 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,175 miles
    Test number
    742547818017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,257 miles
    Test number
    192936227085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 YWK

Does LB53 YWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 YWK is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 YWK?
The MOT on LB53 YWK is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 YWK done?
LB53 YWK was recorded at 172,291 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 7,261 miles a year.
Has LB53 YWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 YWK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 YWK 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 YWK find?
LB53 YWK passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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