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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,242 cc

LD53 TCJMOT history

LD53 TCJ is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 107,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2025.

LD53 TCJ silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
107,078 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TCJ was last recorded at 107,078 miles on 13 Feb 2025, 4,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,392 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,686 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,078 miles
  • 2024 – 102,392 miles
  • 2023 – 96,958 miles
  • 2022 – 93,266 miles
  • 2021 – 89,800 miles
  • 2019 – 86,516 miles
  • 2017 – 77,284 miles
  • 2016 – 72,244 miles
  • 2015 – 68,424 miles
  • 2014 – 65,327 miles
  • 2013 – 61,353 miles
  • 2012 – 55,688 miles
  • 2011 – 48,676 miles
  • 2010 – 42,510 miles
  • 2009 – 36,766 miles
  • 2008 – 29,161 miles
  • 2007 – 22,449 miles
  • 2006 – 14,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,078 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust heatshield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,078 miles4 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,078 miles
    Test number
    568891710690
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail107,075 miles (+4,683)2 major4 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,075 miles
    Test number
    704849063018
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective noisey (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass102,392 miles (+5,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    102,392 miles
    Test number
    951318134555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  4. Pass96,958 miles (+3,692)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,958 miles
    Test number
    477934374633
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive filter seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,266 miles (+3,466)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,266 miles
    Test number
    205929504644
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,800 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    897703669351
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop broken
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  7. Fail89,800 miles (+3,284)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,800 miles
    Test number
    106362333713
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake judder detected in rollers
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber bump stop broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  8. Pass86,516 miles (+4,441)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,516 miles
    Test number
    561259378899
    • 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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass82,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,075 miles
    Test number
    551930587634
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever low reserve travel

  10. Fail82,074 miles (+4,790)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,074 miles
    Test number
    790708956399
    • MajorRear Emissions not tested major blow from rear silencer (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt worn and noisy
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever low reserve travel

  11. Pass77,284 miles (+5,040)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,284 miles
    Test number
    648668074038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass72,244 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,244 miles
    Test number
    690568430357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm 195/50r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn slightly unevenly
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi joint deteriorating
    • AdvisoryLarge oil leak down rear of engine suspect rocker cover gasket but further inspection required
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose but secure at the time of the test

  13. Fail72,244 miles (+3,820)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,244 miles
    Test number
    934582091999
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm 195/50r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn slightly unevenly
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi joint deteriorating
    • AdvisoryLarge oil leak down rear of engine suspect rocker cover gasket but further inspection required
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose but secure at the time of the test

  14. Pass68,424 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,424 miles
    Test number
    326125583638
    • AdvisoryAltered internal headlamp adjuster to recheck hradlamp aim
    • AdvisoryCoolant level between min/max
    • AdvisoryCorosion to rear suspension coil springs
    • AdvisoryDistortion to n/s/f wheel inner rim
    • AdvisoryFront tyre valves detyeriating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriating
    • AdvisoryVehicle tested under damp conditions

  15. Fail68,424 miles (+3,097)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,424 miles
    Test number
    530165068538
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAltered internal headlamp adjuster to recheck hradlamp aim
    • AdvisoryCoolant level between min/max
    • AdvisoryCorosion to rear suspension coil springs
    • AdvisoryDistortion to n/s/f wheel inner rim
    • AdvisoryFront tyre valves detyeriating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriating
    • AdvisoryVehicle tested under damp conditions

  16. Pass65,327 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,327 miles
    Test number
    729501114392
    • NoteBoth front valve stems perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre unevenly worn and below 3MM in places on inner edge (195/50R15)
    • NoteSlight distortion on nearside front wheel rim
    • NoteTorque reaction link splitting

  17. Fail65,321 miles (+3,968)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,321 miles
    Test number
    759281214317
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front valve stems perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre unevenly worn and below 3MM in places on inner edge (195/50R15)
    • NoteSlight distortion on nearside front wheel rim
    • NoteTorque reaction link splitting

  18. Pass61,353 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,353 miles
    Test number
    488426713461
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine mamagement light on

  19. Fail61,353 miles (+5,665)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,353 miles
    Test number
    436806613414
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteEngine mamagement light on

  20. Pass55,688 miles (+7,012)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    879682912345
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split on one end
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r indicators showing slight discoloration
    • NoteRear number plate showing slight delamination
    • NoteRear springs showing corrosion
    • NoteWheels not of a standard type

  21. Pass48,676 miles (+6,166)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    835893211334
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteNot orignal wheels fitted to car

  22. Pass42,510 miles (+5,744)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    162666510399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    484236019337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,766 miles (+7,605)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    443733719322
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass29,161 miles (+6,712)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,161 miles
    Test number
    841953008341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,449 miles (+7,946)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,449 miles
    Test number
    523596297220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail14,503 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,503 miles
    Test number
    543615676258
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass14,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    14,503 miles
    Test number
    550505576235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 TCJ

Does LD53 TCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 TCJ expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TCJ?
The MOT on LD53 TCJ expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 TCJ done?
LD53 TCJ was recorded at 107,078 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2025, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has LD53 TCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TCJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 TCJ 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 TCJ find?
LD53 TCJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2025 with 4 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective noisey; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective noisey, and 15 more.

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