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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 LCKMOT history

LS53 LCK is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 5 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2025 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

LS53 LCK silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2025
Mileage
162,302 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LCK
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
5 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LCK was last recorded at 162,302 miles on 26 Nov 2024, 1,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,779 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,523 miles
Average per year
7,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 162,302 miles
  • 2023 – 160,779 miles
  • 2022 – 158,016 miles
  • 2021 – 155,516 miles
  • 2020 – 153,449 miles
  • 2019 – 149,619 miles
  • 2018 – 144,511 miles
  • 2017 – 137,469 miles
  • 2016 – 129,770 miles
  • 2015 – 122,487 miles
  • 2014 – 113,737 miles
  • 2013 – 103,171 miles
  • 2012 – 93,668 miles
  • 2011 – 84,256 miles
  • 2010 – 75,313 miles
  • 2009 – 63,454 miles
  • 2008 – 49,661 miles
  • 2007 – 35,272 miles
  • 2006 – 23,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,302 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

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.

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,302 miles (+1,523)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,302 miles
    Test number
    999777490843
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  2. Pass160,779 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    160,779 miles
    Test number
    506505984381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass160,613 miles (+2,597)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    160,613 miles
    Test number
    649375046293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass158,016 miles (+2,500)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    158,016 miles
    Test number
    285093641895
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass155,516 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    155,516 miles
    Test number
    774233477770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,449 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    153,449 miles
    Test number
    937956216071
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge, 3mm left
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 4mm left
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
  7. Fail153,437 miles (+3,818)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,437 miles
    Test number
    808118229911
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch poor operation,fuel flap insecure
    • AdvisoryIdle emissions high
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill/inner arch areas corrosion
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing/park fault/fouling scuttle
  8. Pass149,619 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,619 miles
    Test number
    103973311679
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  9. Fail149,616 miles (+5,105)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,616 miles
    Test number
    377348720135
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  10. Pass144,511 miles (+7,042)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,511 miles
    Test number
    748764935098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear subframe
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  11. Pass137,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    137,469 miles
    Test number
    355886424711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail137,469 miles (+7,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,469 miles
    Test number
    709656765395
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  13. Pass129,770 miles (+7,283)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    129,770 miles
    Test number
    589895279790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,487 miles (+8,750)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    122,487 miles
    Test number
    558587550804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,737 miles (+10,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,737 miles
    Test number
    487813144389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass103,171 miles (+9,503)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    567040743336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,668 miles (+9,412)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,668 miles
    Test number
    276781242304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,256 miles (+8,943)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    84,256 miles
    Test number
    798370841351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass75,313 miles (+11,859)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    75,313 miles
    Test number
    951801430317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,454 miles (+13,793)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    63,454 miles
    Test number
    131101949326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,661 miles (+14,389)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,661 miles
    Test number
    123652328369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,272 miles (+10,398)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,272 miles
    Test number
    903055647379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,874 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,874 miles
    Test number
    601768687098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,110 miles
    Test number
    584345346385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LCK

Does LS53 LCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 LCK expired on 6 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LCK?
The MOT on LS53 LCK expired on 6 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 LCK done?
LS53 LCK was recorded at 162,302 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2024, an average of 7,750 miles a year.
Has LS53 LCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LCK has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 LCK 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 LCK find?
LS53 LCK passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; offside front inner suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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