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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD53 AMXMOT history

LD53 AMX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2022.

LD53 AMX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2022
Mileage
86,398 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 AMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 AMX was last recorded at 86,398 miles on 22 Sept 2022, 5,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,130 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,268 miles
Average per year
4,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,398 miles
  • 2021 – 81,130 miles
  • 2020 – 76,638 miles
  • 2019 – 70,623 miles
  • 2018 – 66,652 miles
  • 2017 – 63,436 miles
  • 2016 – 57,686 miles
  • 2015 – 53,519 miles
  • 2014 – 49,489 miles
  • 2013 – 46,447 miles
  • 2012 – 42,731 miles
  • 2011 – 39,642 miles
  • 2010 – 36,059 miles
  • 2009 – 32,486 miles
  • 2008 – 29,240 miles
  • 2007 – 25,099 miles
  • 2006 – 21,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,398 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coil spring corroded All four

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail86,398 miles (+5,268)1 dangerous4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    587905333580
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass81,130 miles (+4,492)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,130 miles
    Test number
    155362394648
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,638 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,638 miles
    Test number
    665632929903
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,637 miles (+6,014)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,637 miles
    Test number
    981312525732
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,623 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,623 miles
    Test number
    343057090740
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracked

  6. Fail70,623 miles (+3,971)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,623 miles
    Test number
    397535381363
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel has little or no reserve
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracked

  7. Pass66,652 miles (+3,216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,652 miles
    Test number
    699727962104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass63,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,436 miles
    Test number
    435272036244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,436 miles (+5,750)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,436 miles
    Test number
    979344084918
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass57,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,686 miles
    Test number
    783721864949
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail57,686 miles (+4,167)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,686 miles
    Test number
    124728984076
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass53,519 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,519 miles
    Test number
    629408435241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,489 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,489 miles
    Test number
    846480844215
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass49,489 miles (+3,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,489 miles
    Test number
    987330044259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail46,447 miles3 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    207711963273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteParking brake has excessive travel. Recommend rear brake inspection, clean and adjust shoes and check condition of drums and wheel cylinders and check parking brake linkages and adjustment.

  16. Pass46,447 miles (+3,716)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    757481463281
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteParking brake has excessive travel. Recommend rear brake inspection, clean and adjust shoes and check condition of drums and wheel cylinders and check parking brake linkages and adjustment.

  17. Pass42,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,731 miles
    Test number
    635585252276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,731 miles (+3,089)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,731 miles
    Test number
    866944052213
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Fail39,642 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,642 miles
    Test number
    758731651287
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass39,642 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,642 miles
    Test number
    779731451293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,059 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,059 miles
    Test number
    721287230211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,486 miles (+3,246)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,486 miles
    Test number
    883279119242
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres bald on inner edge and near legal limit

  23. Pass29,240 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,240 miles
    Test number
    432768648242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,238 miles (+4,139)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,238 miles
    Test number
    643121548268
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyre treads getting low

  25. Pass25,099 miles (+3,503)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,099 miles
    Test number
    672285837220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass21,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,596 miles
    Test number
    312326956401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 AMX

Does LD53 AMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 AMX expired on 23 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 AMX?
The MOT on LD53 AMX expired on 23 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 AMX done?
LD53 AMX was recorded at 86,398 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2022, an average of 4,044 miles a year.
Has LD53 AMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 AMX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 AMX 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 AMX find?
LD53 AMX failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 15 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust system insecure; front registration plate inscription illegible, and 17 more.

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