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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB53 ZBUMOT history

LB53 ZBU is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 26 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 171,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
171,521 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 ZBU
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
26 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 ZBU was last recorded at 171,521 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,509 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
7,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,521 miles
  • 2024 – 166,087 miles
  • 2023 – 166,077 miles
  • 2022 – 162,012 miles
  • 2021 – 161,284 miles
  • 2020 – 159,424 miles
  • 2019 – 153,013 miles
  • 2018 – 148,399 miles
  • 2017 – 143,827 miles
  • 2016 – 133,356 miles
  • 2015 – 121,044 miles
  • 2014 – 106,810 miles
  • 2013 – 101,141 miles
  • 2012 – 87,244 miles
  • 2011 – 78,912 miles
  • 2010 – 61,471 miles
  • 2008 – 49,607 miles
  • 2007 – 40,184 miles
  • 2006 – 30,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,521 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,521 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    171,521 miles
    Test number
    708874426060
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail171,509 miles (+5,422)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,509 miles
    Test number
    673348309771
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass166,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    166,087 miles
    Test number
    443252922106
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE BELOW 2.5MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH SIDES. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail166,087 miles (+10)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,087 miles
    Test number
    473885484573
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH REGISTRATION LIGHTS INOPERATIVE. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE BELOW 2.5MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH SIDES. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass166,077 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    166,077 miles
    Test number
    278240078484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail166,067 miles (+4,055)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,067 miles
    Test number
    887416208411
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  7. Pass162,012 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    162,012 miles
    Test number
    978687587539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass161,284 miles (+1,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    161,284 miles
    Test number
    932462182698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass159,424 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    159,424 miles
    Test number
    115669243887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail159,417 miles (+6,404)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,417 miles
    Test number
    612875360387
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass153,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,013 miles
    Test number
    274581298170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail153,013 miles (+4,614)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,013 miles
    Test number
    356082002868
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass148,399 miles (+4,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    148,399 miles
    Test number
    591461376905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass143,827 miles (+10,471)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,827 miles
    Test number
    599821949578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass133,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    133,356 miles
    Test number
    325793385351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,356 miles (+12,312)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,356 miles
    Test number
    222280446673
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass121,044 miles (+14,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    121,044 miles
    Test number
    867459325034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass106,810 miles (+5,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    106,810 miles
    Test number
    809968824013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass101,141 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    355128223021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInjector seals blowing

  20. Fail101,139 miles (+13,895)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,139 miles
    Test number
    128256023432
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInjector seals blowing

  21. Pass87,244 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,244 miles
    Test number
    619817512068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front door pillar trim missing
    • NoteOffside front wheel trim missing
    • NoteOffside rear shockabsorber dust cover missing

  22. Fail87,244 miles (+8,332)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,244 miles
    Test number
    985657712071
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front door pillar trim missing
    • NoteOffside front wheel trim missing
    • NoteOffside rear shockabsorber dust cover missing

  23. Pass78,912 miles (+17,441)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,912 miles
    Test number
    147658111044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,471 miles
    Test number
    153488000490
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail61,471 miles (+11,864)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,471 miles
    Test number
    421738000072
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass49,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,607 miles
    Test number
    760678018300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,607 miles (+9,423)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,607 miles
    Test number
    824388418341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

  28. Pass40,184 miles (+9,798)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,184 miles
    Test number
    391048937354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,386 miles
    Test number
    263636546322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 ZBU

Does LB53 ZBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 ZBU is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 ZBU?
The MOT on LB53 ZBU is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 ZBU done?
LB53 ZBU was recorded at 171,521 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 7,206 miles a year.
Has LB53 ZBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 ZBU has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 ZBU 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 ZBU find?
LB53 ZBU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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