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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 CVTMOT history

LS53 CVT is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2023.

LS53 CVT silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2024
Mileage
93,903 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 CVT
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 3 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 CVT was last recorded at 93,903 miles on 4 Dec 2023, 10,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,618 miles · 4 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
10,285 miles
Average per year
4,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,903 miles
  • 2022 – 83,618 miles
  • 2021 – 73,834 miles
  • 2020 – 64,356 miles
  • 2019 – 52,766 miles
  • 2018 – 52,237 miles
  • 2017 – 49,260 miles
  • 2016 – 45,655 miles
  • 2015 – 43,287 miles
  • 2014 – 41,233 miles
  • 2013 – 39,357 miles
  • 2012 – 36,717 miles
  • 2011 – 33,594 miles
  • 2010 – 29,497 miles
  • 2009 – 24,285 miles
  • 2008 – 20,746 miles
  • 2007 – 17,590 miles
  • 2006 – 14,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,903 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Driveshaft gaiter leaking grease
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryRear Screen loose

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 Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,903 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,903 miles
    Test number
    502095092853
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Driveshaft gaiter leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear Screen loose

  2. Fail93,903 miles (+10,285)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,903 miles
    Test number
    643747283107
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Driveshaft gaiter leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 1 nail and 1 screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear Screen loose

  3. Pass83,618 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    720566967572
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged and loose

  4. Fail83,617 miles (+9,783)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,617 miles
    Test number
    629361898976
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre stepped inner edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged and loose

  5. Pass73,834 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,834 miles
    Test number
    635301721613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWipers don't auto park

  6. Fail73,833 miles (+9,477)3 major1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,833 miles
    Test number
    892238635530
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWipers don't auto park

  7. Pass64,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    64,356 miles
    Test number
    773995696450
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s head lamp loose

  8. Fail64,356 miles (+11,590)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,356 miles
    Test number
    248776610834
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s head lamp loose

  9. Pass52,766 miles (+529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,766 miles
    Test number
    722927475292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass52,237 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,237 miles
    Test number
    409386664598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    487831429743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail49,260 miles (+3,605)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    374109685395
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass45,655 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,655 miles
    Test number
    691848743017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,287 miles (+2,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    238646208803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass41,233 miles (+1,876)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,233 miles
    Test number
    176416684292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front coil spring snapped but still secure

  16. Pass39,357 miles (+2,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,357 miles
    Test number
    985167783204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass36,717 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    399924982423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,594 miles (+4,097)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,594 miles
    Test number
    759140591296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,497 miles (+5,212)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,497 miles
    Test number
    403242000449
    • NoteBoth rear tyres heavily perished

  20. Pass24,285 miles (+3,539)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,285 miles
    Test number
    382370719356
    • NoteFront brake discs ridged + pads quite thin
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to limit

  21. Pass20,746 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,746 miles
    Test number
    414228308413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,590 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,590 miles
    Test number
    751060417357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,261 miles
    Test number
    503467906356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 CVT

Does LS53 CVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 CVT expired on 3 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 CVT?
The MOT on LS53 CVT expired on 3 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 CVT done?
LS53 CVT was recorded at 93,903 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2023, an average of 4,662 miles a year.
Has LS53 CVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 CVT has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 CVT 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 CVT find?
LS53 CVT passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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