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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LD53 ABNMOT history

LD53 ABN is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 95,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

LD53 ABN black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,821 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ABN
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 valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ABN was last recorded at 95,821 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,820 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,821 miles
  • 2025 – 84,144 miles
  • 2024 – 67,892 miles
  • 2022 – 67,825 miles
  • 2021 – 67,506 miles
  • 2020 – 67,289 miles
  • 2019 – 66,901 miles
  • 2018 – 66,394 miles
  • 2017 – 65,409 miles
  • 2016 – 64,495 miles
  • 2015 – 59,484 miles
  • 2014 – 52,102 miles
  • 2013 – 46,542 miles
  • 2012 – 40,313 miles
  • 2011 – 33,785 miles
  • 2010 – 31,496 miles
  • 2009 – 29,046 miles
  • 2008 – 26,301 miles
  • 2007 – 23,283 miles
  • 2006 – 18,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,821 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection ends to hoses both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to main (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside headlight secured with cable tiesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))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.

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Both rear tyres slight mis shaped on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,821 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,821 miles
    Test number
    931564041573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection ends to hoses both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight secured with cable ties
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail95,820 miles (+11,676)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,820 miles
    Test number
    654841448594
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported main (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection ends to hoses both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight secured with cable ties
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,144 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    84,144 miles
    Test number
    357486150272
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Expansion bottle cap leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat not tilt

  4. Fail84,143 miles (+16,251)2 dangerous6 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,143 miles
    Test number
    640846728173
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low No adjustment (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Expansion bottle cap leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat not tilt

  5. Pass67,892 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    67,892 miles
    Test number
    594064400819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,825 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,825 miles
    Test number
    231650925245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,788 miles (+282)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,788 miles
    Test number
    608281273001
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,506 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,506 miles
    Test number
    345301902753
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail67,506 miles (+217)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,506 miles
    Test number
    989877015167
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,289 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,289 miles
    Test number
    838386830388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,251 miles (+350)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,251 miles
    Test number
    156422292205
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass66,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    876556581692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,901 miles (+507)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    592078919468
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass66,394 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,394 miles
    Test number
    715542185404
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slight mis shaped on inner edge

  15. Fail66,354 miles (+945)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,354 miles
    Test number
    117812063841
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slight mis shaped on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass65,409 miles (+914)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,409 miles
    Test number
    349387735056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass64,495 miles (+5,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,495 miles
    Test number
    485905051568
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded cleaned and greased (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass59,484 miles (+7,382)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,484 miles
    Test number
    879649672969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,102 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    389462844224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,542 miles (+256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,542 miles
    Test number
    116946353268
    • NoteNoice from engine while idling

  21. Fail46,286 miles (+5,973)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    168442053249
    • DangerousEngine mananagement
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass40,313 miles (+6,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,313 miles
    Test number
    395646362237
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail33,785 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,785 miles
    Test number
    719117861265
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass33,785 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    33,785 miles
    Test number
    897987461234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,496 miles (+2,450)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,496 miles
    Test number
    864405060203
    • NoteBoth front and nsr tyres cracking

  26. Pass29,046 miles (+2,745)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,046 miles
    Test number
    413702969212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,301 miles (+3,018)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,301 miles
    Test number
    101411478227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,283 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    23,283 miles
    Test number
    523209677243
    • NoteRear no. plate deteriorating.

  29. Fail23,283 miles (+5,184)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,283 miles
    Test number
    610239577288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear no. plate deteriorating.

  30. Pass18,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,099 miles
    Test number
    253606986265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail18,099 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,099 miles
    Test number
    662306086287
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LD53 ABN

Does LD53 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 ABN is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ABN?
The MOT on LD53 ABN is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 ABN done?
LD53 ABN was recorded at 95,821 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 3,938 miles a year.
Has LD53 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ABN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 ABN 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 LD53 ABN find?
LD53 ABN passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection ends to hoses both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 7 more.

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