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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD53 GNUMOT history

LD53 GNU is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

LD53 GNU blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2025
Mileage
87,051 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 GNU
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
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 GNU was last recorded at 87,051 miles on 7 Nov 2024, 1,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,087 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,964 miles
Average per year
3,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,051 miles
  • 2023 – 85,087 miles
  • 2022 – 82,976 miles
  • 2021 – 81,269 miles
  • 2020 – 79,305 miles
  • 2019 – 75,704 miles
  • 2018 – 73,121 miles
  • 2017 – 70,393 miles
  • 2016 – 67,439 miles
  • 2015 – 63,751 miles
  • 2014 – 60,090 miles
  • 2013 – 56,214 miles
  • 2012 – 50,742 miles
  • 2011 – 48,011 miles
  • 2010 – 46,513 miles
  • 2009 – 44,832 miles
  • 2008 – 37,603 miles
  • 2007 – 30,923 miles
  • 2006 – 20,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,051 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and suspension components
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes starting to perish.

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Corrosion to vehicle structure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,051 miles (+1,964)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,051 miles
    Test number
    590652548880
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes starting to perish.

  2. Pass85,087 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,087 miles
    Test number
    623725260528
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle structure

  3. Fail85,087 miles (+2,111)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,087 miles
    Test number
    610859907342
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle structure

  4. Pass82,976 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,976 miles
    Test number
    228080785729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail82,952 miles (+1,683)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,952 miles
    Test number
    913974170193
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass81,269 miles (+1,964)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,269 miles
    Test number
    886680000530
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass79,305 miles (+3,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,305 miles
    Test number
    811514240840
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass75,704 miles (+2,583)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,704 miles
    Test number
    219386921946
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link rubber both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass73,121 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,121 miles
    Test number
    178018226641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Fail73,121 miles (+2,728)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,121 miles
    Test number
    401111055994
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass70,393 miles (+2,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,393 miles
    Test number
    672620286577
    • AdvisoryCooling fans running all the time.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper not clearing screen.

  12. Pass67,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,439 miles
    Test number
    251121782430
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp (7.1.2)

  13. Fail67,439 miles (+3,688)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,439 miles
    Test number
    558116723556
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Bulb not fitted correctly. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp (7.1.2)

  14. Pass63,751 miles (+3,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,751 miles
    Test number
    275819925484
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail60,090 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,090 miles
    Test number
    228819914446
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass60,090 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,090 miles
    Test number
    886859414137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,214 miles (+5,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,214 miles
    Test number
    438523823198
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass50,742 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,742 miles
    Test number
    165827782428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,011 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    446581991023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,513 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,513 miles
    Test number
    171696690029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,832 miles (+7,229)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,832 miles
    Test number
    243719519421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,603 miles (+6,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,603 miles
    Test number
    212192428117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,923 miles
    Test number
    223304237189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,923 miles (+10,654)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,923 miles
    Test number
    291174937472
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass20,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,269 miles
    Test number
    914436436161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 GNU

Does LD53 GNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 GNU expired on 16 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 GNU?
The MOT on LD53 GNU expired on 16 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 GNU done?
LD53 GNU was recorded at 87,051 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2024, an average of 3,614 miles a year.
Has LD53 GNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 GNU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 GNU 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 GNU find?
LD53 GNU passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 10 advisories: corrosion to chassis and suspension components; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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