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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD53 GJVMOT history

LD53 GJV is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 180,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

LD53 GJV blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
180,435 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 GJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 GJV was last recorded at 180,435 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 9,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,756 miles · 15 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
9,679 miles
Average per year
8,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,435 miles
  • 2022 – 170,756 miles
  • 2021 – 161,597 miles
  • 2020 – 156,211 miles
  • 2019 – 150,985 miles
  • 2018 – 142,618 miles
  • 2017 – 132,274 miles
  • 2016 – 121,849 miles
  • 2015 – 112,257 miles
  • 2014 – 105,539 miles
  • 2013 – 98,746 miles
  • 2012 – 91,814 miles
  • 2011 – 84,158 miles
  • 2010 – 72,939 miles
  • 2009 – 63,107 miles
  • 2008 – 51,990 miles
  • 2007 – 42,106 miles
  • 2006 – 32,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,435 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryReversing Light Inoperative

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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover?

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust mounts corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc,s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front both tyres wearing inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass180,435 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    180,435 miles
    Test number
    935209626888
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReversing Light Inoperative

  2. Fail180,435 miles (+9,679)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,435 miles
    Test number
    915067496991
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReversing Light Inoperative

  3. Pass170,756 miles (+9,159)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,756 miles
    Test number
    725714723891
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively splitting (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust brackets corroded

  4. Pass161,597 miles (+5,386)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    161,597 miles
    Test number
    238417663378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded

  5. Pass156,211 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    156,211 miles
    Test number
    269575879921
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts corroded

  6. Fail156,211 miles (+5,226)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,211 miles
    Test number
    233907943121
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts corroded

  7. Pass150,985 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    150,985 miles
    Test number
    838812471451
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail150,985 miles (+8,367)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,985 miles
    Test number
    928807554820
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass142,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    142,618 miles
    Test number
    891813308973
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc,s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryC/v gaitors slight splits on small ends both sides no ingress

  10. Fail142,618 miles (+10,344)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,618 miles
    Test number
    320639665284
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both jets part blocked and fluid run out (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc,s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryC/v gaitors slight splits on small ends both sides no ingress

  11. Pass132,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,274 miles
    Test number
    502496156343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perishing 195/60/15

  12. Fail132,273 miles (+10,424)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,273 miles
    Test number
    956721495648
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perishing 195/60/15

  13. Pass121,849 miles (+9,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,849 miles
    Test number
    157564932570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass112,257 miles (+6,718)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,257 miles
    Test number
    865970145117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge

  15. Pass105,539 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,539 miles
    Test number
    297535084403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,746 miles (+6,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,746 miles
    Test number
    426139383168
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass91,814 miles (+7,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    435163992125
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  18. Pass84,158 miles (+11,219)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,158 miles
    Test number
    646383571115
    • NoteBoth front brake discs heavily lipped
    • NoteBoth rear tryes cracking on outer walls

  19. Pass72,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    483743470147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,939 miles (+9,832)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    483833470141
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass63,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,107 miles
    Test number
    440669889150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,107 miles (+11,117)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,107 miles
    Test number
    483759789107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  23. Pass51,990 miles (+9,884)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    500786288136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,106 miles (+9,940)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,106 miles
    Test number
    282534787134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,166 miles
    Test number
    520014266187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 GJV

Does LD53 GJV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 GJV expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 GJV?
The MOT on LD53 GJV expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 GJV done?
LD53 GJV was recorded at 180,435 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 8,592 miles a year.
Has LD53 GJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 GJV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 GJV 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 GJV find?
LD53 GJV passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 8 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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