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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LC53 CUWMOT history

LC53 CUW is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 122,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2025.

LC53 CUW black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2024
Mileage
122,154 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 CUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC53 CUW was last recorded at 122,154 miles on 9 Jun 2025, 4,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,594 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,560 miles
Average per year
5,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,154 miles
  • 2023 – 117,594 miles
  • 2022 – 114,801 miles
  • 2021 – 111,747 miles
  • 2020 – 108,507 miles
  • 2019 – 106,349 miles
  • 2018 – 104,717 miles
  • 2017 – 98,082 miles
  • 2016 – 92,972 miles
  • 2015 – 90,083 miles
  • 2014 – 86,551 miles
  • 2013 – 74,744 miles
  • 2011 – 66,045 miles
  • 2010 – 53,985 miles
  • 2009 – 48,228 miles
  • 2008 – 41,632 miles
  • 2007 – 32,054 miles
  • 2006 – 24,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,154 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,154 miles (+4,560)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,154 miles
    Test number
    790430912542
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,594 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,594 miles
    Test number
    209161411283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail117,594 miles (+2,793)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,594 miles
    Test number
    299517333316
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass114,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,801 miles
    Test number
    812563581001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail114,801 miles (+3,054)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,801 miles
    Test number
    633776322728
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (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 (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass111,747 miles (+3,240)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,747 miles
    Test number
    386943040717
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at support clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass108,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,507 miles
    Test number
    102136853481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,507 miles (+2,158)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,507 miles
    Test number
    892666545463
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  9. Pass106,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,349 miles
    Test number
    248170352376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail106,349 miles (+1,632)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,349 miles
    Test number
    331867200084
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass104,717 miles (+6,635)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,717 miles
    Test number
    678909550942
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  12. Pass98,082 miles (+5,110)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,082 miles
    Test number
    561019229834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in offside headlamp
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil level near minimum mark on dipstick
    • AdvisoryRadial cracks in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  13. Pass92,972 miles (+2,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,972 miles
    Test number
    948179695927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass90,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,083 miles
    Test number
    693546922547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracks in its tread

  15. Fail90,083 miles (+3,532)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,083 miles
    Test number
    442260213228
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracks in its tread

  16. Fail86,551 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,551 miles
    Test number
    645195344283
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePower steering pipe loose very close to off side front wheel

  17. Pass86,551 miles (+11,807)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,551 miles
    Test number
    975255744215
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePower steering pipe loose very close to off side front wheel

  18. Fail74,744 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,744 miles
    Test number
    615247983074
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass74,744 miles (+8,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,744 miles
    Test number
    787757783049
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass66,045 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,045 miles
    Test number
    188362331331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working

  21. Fail66,045 miles (+12,060)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,045 miles
    Test number
    187030231328
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working

  22. Pass53,985 miles (+5,757)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,985 miles
    Test number
    753057760239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  23. Pass48,228 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    344075469422
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  24. Fail48,228 miles (+6,596)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    744434869216
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  25. Pass41,632 miles (+9,578)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,632 miles
    Test number
    344093278424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  26. Pass32,054 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,054 miles
    Test number
    282740977280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,955 miles (+7,343)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,955 miles
    Test number
    854957667285
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass24,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,612 miles
    Test number
    384356766237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 CUW

Does LC53 CUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 CUW expired on 17 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 CUW?
The MOT on LC53 CUW expired on 17 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 CUW done?
LC53 CUW was recorded at 122,154 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2025, an average of 5,213 miles a year.
Has LC53 CUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 CUW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LC53 CUW 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 LC53 CUW find?
LC53 CUW failed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 6 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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