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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 CTYMOT history

LS53 CTY is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

LS53 CTY silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2022
Mileage
88,791 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 CTY
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
6 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 CTY was last recorded at 88,791 miles on 6 May 2022, 7,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2008: 18,837 miles, lower than 26,755 miles on 20 Nov 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
81,679 miles · 13 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
7,112 miles
Average per year
4,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,791 miles
  • 2021 – 81,679 miles
  • 2020 – 74,061 miles
  • 2019 – 66,337 miles
  • 2018 – 58,115 miles
  • 2017 – 49,663 miles
  • 2016 – 43,575 miles
  • 2015 – 40,440 miles
  • 2014 – 37,124 miles
  • 2013 – 34,252 miles
  • 2011 – 28,578 miles
  • 2010 – 25,592 miles
  • 2009 – 21,597 miles
  • 2008 – 18,837 miles
  • 2007 – 26,755 miles
  • 2006 – 12,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail88,791 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe fractured. (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre, tread depth smooth on inner edge
  • AdvisoryNearside drive shaft outer boot leaking slightly
  • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s anti roll bar end bushes slightly worn
  • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s lower tie rods inner bushes worn
  • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s tyres, tread depth slightly low on inner edges

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail88,791 miles (+7,112)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,791 miles
    Test number
    318812790663
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe fractured. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre, tread depth smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside drive shaft outer boot leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s anti roll bar end bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s lower tie rods inner bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear o/s & n/s tyres, tread depth slightly low on inner edges

  2. Pass81,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    269224277713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,679 miles (+7,618)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    830223828196
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    260883081101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,061 miles (+7,724)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,061 miles
    Test number
    784176079241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass66,337 miles (+8,222)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    650119365952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,115 miles (+8,452)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,115 miles
    Test number
    975113370529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,663 miles (+6,088)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,663 miles
    Test number
    322915918972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on outer edge of tread

  9. Pass43,575 miles (+3,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,575 miles
    Test number
    447702505552
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension ball joint dust covers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryTravel on handbrake lever

  10. Pass40,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,440 miles
    Test number
    288689375066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,440 miles (+3,316)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,440 miles
    Test number
    107309675002
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  12. Pass37,124 miles (+2,872)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,124 miles
    Test number
    445455774049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight roughness in nearside rear wheel bearing

  13. Pass34,252 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    137267093086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,578 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,578 miles
    Test number
    518582401378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,592 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,592 miles
    Test number
    434203300371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,597 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    21,597 miles
    Test number
    732411209364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,837 miles (-7,918)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    18,837 miles
    Test number
    990988818390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,755 miles (+14,493)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,755 miles
    Test number
    912814127315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    12,262 miles
    Test number
    951370306309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 CTY

Does LS53 CTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 CTY expired on 12 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 CTY?
The MOT on LS53 CTY expired on 12 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 CTY done?
LS53 CTY was recorded at 88,791 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 4,930 miles a year.
Has LS53 CTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 CTY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 CTY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 CTY find?
LS53 CTY failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 9 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe fractured.; front tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle.; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface, and 11 more.

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