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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS53 HXLMOT history

LS53 HXL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LS53 HXL silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,822 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HXL was last recorded at 91,822 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,760 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
3,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,822 miles
  • 2025 – 84,098 miles
  • 2024 – 76,919 miles
  • 2023 – 74,762 miles
  • 2022 – 74,310 miles
  • 2020 – 73,063 miles
  • 2019 – 71,589 miles
  • 2018 – 68,047 miles
  • 2017 – 64,365 miles
  • 2016 – 59,834 miles
  • 2015 – 53,517 miles
  • 2014 – 48,812 miles
  • 2013 – 43,219 miles
  • 2012 – 36,367 miles
  • 2011 – 32,770 miles
  • 2010 – 27,832 miles
  • 2009 – 23,727 miles
  • 2008 – 19,707 miles
  • 2006 – 17,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,822 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,822 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,822 miles
    Test number
    815566096877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail91,760 miles (+7,662)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,760 miles
    Test number
    132481045303
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,098 miles (+7,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,098 miles
    Test number
    883542689551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass76,919 miles (+2,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,919 miles
    Test number
    315508243791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,762 miles (+452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,762 miles
    Test number
    452616670210
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,310 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,310 miles
    Test number
    968240409365
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail74,303 miles (+1,240)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    989819331384
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,063 miles (+1,474)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,063 miles
    Test number
    466690564853
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak nearside of head
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack has signs of a leak
    • AdvisorySlight knock on steering when turning to nearside

  9. Pass71,589 miles (+1,085)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,589 miles
    Test number
    868604525901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,504 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,504 miles
    Test number
    878704474115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,047 miles
    Test number
    403552123498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,045 miles (+3,680)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,045 miles
    Test number
    358832880649
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass64,365 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,365 miles
    Test number
    153947699630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    390775802199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,834 miles (+6,317)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    664103448006
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass53,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,517 miles
    Test number
    567592625081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,517 miles (+4,705)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,517 miles
    Test number
    157042925049
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass48,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,812 miles
    Test number
    917281934079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,812 miles (+5,593)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,812 miles
    Test number
    917891834093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass43,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,219 miles
    Test number
    406272033074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,219 miles (+6,852)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,219 miles
    Test number
    949552033095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass36,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,367 miles
    Test number
    339254932022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,367 miles (+3,597)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,367 miles
    Test number
    156624732408
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  24. Pass32,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,770 miles
    Test number
    125348521043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,770 miles (+4,938)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,770 miles
    Test number
    869708221027
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass27,832 miles (+4,105)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,832 miles
    Test number
    664675720023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,727 miles
    Test number
    182815539424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail23,727 miles (+4,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,727 miles
    Test number
    802585939058
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass19,707 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,707 miles
    Test number
    184178738052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,486 miles
    Test number
    730802346393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 HXL

Does LS53 HXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 HXL is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HXL?
The MOT on LS53 HXL is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 HXL done?
LS53 HXL was recorded at 91,822 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,877 miles a year.
Has LS53 HXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HXL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 HXL 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 HXL find?
LS53 HXL passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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