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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 CWAMOT history

LS53 CWA is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

LS53 CWA silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2025
Mileage
80,298 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 CWA
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 21 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 CWA was last recorded at 80,298 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 1,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,057 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,241 miles
Average per year
3,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,298 miles
  • 2023 – 79,057 miles
  • 2022 – 69,590 miles
  • 2021 – 68,015 miles
  • 2019 – 64,740 miles
  • 2018 – 61,785 miles
  • 2017 – 58,674 miles
  • 2016 – 55,954 miles
  • 2015 – 52,710 miles
  • 2014 – 46,556 miles
  • 2013 – 39,123 miles
  • 2012 – 35,924 miles
  • 2011 – 32,995 miles
  • 2010 – 29,949 miles
  • 2009 – 27,233 miles
  • 2008 – 20,352 miles
  • 2007 – 15,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,298 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  • AdvisorySlight corosion underbody

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,298 miles (+1,241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,298 miles
    Test number
    629306696951
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corosion underbody

  2. Pass79,057 miles (+9,467)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,057 miles
    Test number
    324789048654
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass69,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,590 miles
    Test number
    354900729386
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components have wide spread surface corrosion

  4. Fail69,590 miles (+1,575)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,590 miles
    Test number
    223533354114
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate inscription illegible both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components have wide spread surface corrosion

  5. Pass68,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,015 miles
    Test number
    145501528414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail68,015 miles (+3,275)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,015 miles
    Test number
    768386288187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass64,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    339378919862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail64,740 miles (+2,955)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    312118501826
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass61,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,785 miles
    Test number
    577405031039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail61,785 miles (+3,111)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,785 miles
    Test number
    383475359496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass58,674 miles (+2,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,674 miles
    Test number
    851185507952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass55,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,954 miles
    Test number
    869099042269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail55,954 miles (+3,244)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,954 miles
    Test number
    965749412582
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass52,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,710 miles
    Test number
    129954605221
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

  15. Fail52,710 miles (+6,154)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,710 miles
    Test number
    728904605230
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

  16. Pass46,556 miles (+7,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,556 miles
    Test number
    748589404261
    • 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)

  17. Pass39,123 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    985507233055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,924 miles (+2,929)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,924 miles
    Test number
    436810432072
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass32,995 miles (+3,046)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,995 miles
    Test number
    208258121090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,949 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    29,949 miles
    Test number
    820341120038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,233 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,233 miles
    Test number
    212234339063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,226 miles (+6,874)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,226 miles
    Test number
    940993339078
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass20,352 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,352 miles
    Test number
    434977718015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,963 miles
    Test number
    451969817055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 CWA

Does LS53 CWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 CWA expired on 21 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 CWA?
The MOT on LS53 CWA expired on 21 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 CWA done?
LS53 CWA was recorded at 80,298 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 3,606 miles a year.
Has LS53 CWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 CWA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 CWA 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 CWA find?
LS53 CWA passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear suspension corroded, and 1 more.

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