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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 CSUMOT history

LS53 CSU is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

LS53 CSU silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2024
Mileage
130,955 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 CSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 CSU was last recorded at 130,955 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,953 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,955 miles
  • 2022 – 126,383 miles
  • 2021 – 121,569 miles
  • 2020 – 116,187 miles
  • 2019 – 110,732 miles
  • 2018 – 104,436 miles
  • 2017 – 96,082 miles
  • 2016 – 91,083 miles
  • 2015 – 87,519 miles
  • 2014 – 80,976 miles
  • 2013 – 75,703 miles
  • 2012 – 68,858 miles
  • 2011 – 62,185 miles
  • 2010 – 54,935 miles
  • 2009 – 47,369 miles
  • 2008 – 40,836 miles
  • 2007 – 33,055 miles
  • 2006 – 23,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,955 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Significant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,955 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,955 miles
    Test number
    297208978116
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail130,953 miles (+4,570)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,953 miles
    Test number
    800104894804
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn TRAILING ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,383 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    126,383 miles
    Test number
    452341759653
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Significant (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Significant (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge(195/60R15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,380 miles (+4,811)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,380 miles
    Test number
    964498298124
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Expansion bottle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Significant (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Significant (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge(195/60R15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,569 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    121,569 miles
    Test number
    777859961359
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail121,568 miles (+5,381)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,568 miles
    Test number
    325026952215
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass116,187 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,187 miles
    Test number
    118586243048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, forward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Associated items not inspected
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail116,183 miles (+5,451)4 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,183 miles
    Test number
    117599724205
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps ALL (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sidelight VERY dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, forward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Associated items not inspected
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass110,732 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,732 miles
    Test number
    212486785559
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Associated items not inspected
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail110,730 miles (+6,294)1 dangerous4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,730 miles
    Test number
    292884441866
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth Worn thru' (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *** CLOSE TO CORDS *** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Associated items not inspected
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass104,436 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,436 miles
    Test number
    171441187028
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  12. Fail104,436 miles (+249)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,436 miles
    Test number
    377935152680
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  13. Fail104,187 miles (+8,105)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,187 miles
    Test number
    692409034801
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  14. Pass96,082 miles (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,082 miles
    Test number
    336887765397
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail95,878 miles (+4,795)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,878 miles
    Test number
    415681914764
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi seperated (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when brakes applied (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,083 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,083 miles
    Test number
    191506839279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass87,519 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    805363910993
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

  18. Fail87,519 miles (+6,543)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    656820153897
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

  19. Pass80,976 miles (+5,273)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,976 miles
    Test number
    379438904359
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit worn inner edge tread not cut as deep
    • NoteOffside front tyre on legal limit worn inner edge tread not cut as deep

  20. Pass75,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,703 miles
    Test number
    108982403380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,703 miles (+6,845)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,703 miles
    Test number
    335902303350
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass68,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    326340112309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,858 miles (+6,673)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    555640512326
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass62,185 miles (+7,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    456109901481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass54,935 miles (+7,566)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,935 miles
    Test number
    764272210380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,369 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    402159109337
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  27. Pass47,369 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    931999509307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,836 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    591791118367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,055 miles (+9,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,055 miles
    Test number
    563619507316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass23,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    484042816364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 CSU

Does LS53 CSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 CSU expired on 24 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 CSU?
The MOT on LS53 CSU expired on 24 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 CSU done?
LS53 CSU was recorded at 130,955 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 6,315 miles a year.
Has LS53 CSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 CSU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 CSU 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 LS53 CSU find?
LS53 CSU passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; front exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall, and 1 more.

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