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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 LFRMOT history

LS53 LFR is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 110,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

LS53 LFR silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
110,224 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LFR
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
18 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LFR was last recorded at 110,224 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,224 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,224 miles
  • 2023 – 103,599 miles
  • 2022 – 100,915 miles
  • 2021 – 97,916 miles
  • 2020 – 95,506 miles
  • 2019 – 93,239 miles
  • 2018 – 89,838 miles
  • 2017 – 85,597 miles
  • 2016 – 82,074 miles
  • 2015 – 77,682 miles
  • 2014 – 74,150 miles
  • 2013 – 71,310 miles
  • 2012 – 67,814 miles
  • 2011 – 63,086 miles
  • 2010 – 58,663 miles
  • 2009 – 52,812 miles
  • 2008 – 45,933 miles
  • 2007 – 39,517 miles
  • 2006 – 32,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,224 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint badly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear heatshield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Various components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,224 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,224 miles
    Test number
    813307265881
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint badly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  2. Fail110,224 miles (+6,625)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,224 miles
    Test number
    849524585589
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords bald on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation brake pad clip touching disc (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside. pad clips touching discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint badly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  3. Pass103,599 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,599 miles
    Test number
    664787180614
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail103,599 miles (+2,684)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,599 miles
    Test number
    358942382345
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure Front mounting brackets not connected. System hanging on flexi which is breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Securing clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass100,915 miles (+2,999)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    487856028334
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass97,916 miles (+2,410)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    141164874541
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise replacement soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge and heavily cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryVarious components corroded

  7. Pass95,506 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,506 miles
    Test number
    391123054862
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryHandbrake light stays on
    • AdvisoryVarious components corroded

  8. Fail95,505 miles (+2,266)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    463943350586
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryVarious components corroded

  9. Pass93,239 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,239 miles
    Test number
    267954973303
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust mounts broken

  10. Fail93,239 miles (+3,401)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,239 miles
    Test number
    401257244834
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust mounts broken

  11. Pass89,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    990394708757
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi and support hangers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear anti-roll bar linkage bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes worn

  12. Fail89,838 miles (+4,241)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    603178847084
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi and support hangers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear anti-roll bar linkage bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes worn

  13. Pass85,597 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,597 miles
    Test number
    631091020819
    • AdvisoryFront exhuast flexi starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear drop link bushes split
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes starting to split

  14. Fail85,597 miles (+3,523)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,597 miles
    Test number
    474067627175
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront exhuast flexi starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear drop link bushes split
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes starting to split

  15. Pass82,074 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,074 miles
    Test number
    420930833943
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryLip in front brake discs

  16. Fail82,074 miles (+4,392)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,074 miles
    Test number
    629353150002
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryLip in front brake discs

  17. Pass77,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,682 miles
    Test number
    849614968737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,682 miles (+3,532)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,682 miles
    Test number
    785299475792
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass74,150 miles (+2,840)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,150 miles
    Test number
    389596794439
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking in tread

  20. Pass71,310 miles (+3,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    948604903319
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass67,814 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    729885502381
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing

  22. Fail67,814 miles (+4,728)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    235285402357
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing

  23. Pass63,086 miles (+4,423)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,086 miles
    Test number
    876076201319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass58,663 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,663 miles
    Test number
    294446600362
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  25. Fail58,663 miles (+5,851)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,663 miles
    Test number
    460486200338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  26. Pass52,812 miles (+6,879)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,812 miles
    Test number
    314359409343
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r

  27. Pass45,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,933 miles
    Test number
    690906818319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,933 miles (+6,416)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,933 miles
    Test number
    111416018371
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass39,517 miles (+6,972)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,517 miles
    Test number
    811269507362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    312849416343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail32,545 miles8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    484357316368
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteMirror cover loose n/s/f
    • NoteSlight cut in outer wall on n/s/f and n/s/r tyres

Questions about LS53 LFR

Does LS53 LFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 LFR expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LFR?
The MOT on LS53 LFR expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 LFR done?
LS53 LFR was recorded at 110,224 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 4,344 miles a year.
Has LS53 LFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LFR has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 LFR 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 LFR find?
LS53 LFR passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint badly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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