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Ford Focus C-MAX

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LS53 LGFMOT history

LS53 LGF is a black petrol Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LS53 LGF black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
153,618 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LGF was last recorded at 153,618 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 4,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,726 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,892 miles
Average per year
7,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,618 miles
  • 2024 – 148,726 miles
  • 2023 – 143,663 miles
  • 2022 – 137,845 miles
  • 2021 – 132,060 miles
  • 2020 – 126,774 miles
  • 2019 – 119,230 miles
  • 2018 – 111,836 miles
  • 2017 – 105,030 miles
  • 2016 – 97,771 miles
  • 2015 – 90,481 miles
  • 2014 – 82,821 miles
  • 2013 – 74,574 miles
  • 2012 – 65,968 miles
  • 2011 – 56,947 miles
  • 2010 – 48,229 miles
  • 2009 – 39,126 miles
  • 2008 – 28,650 miles
  • 2007 – 21,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,618 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Both front tyres wearing on inner edge advise tracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,618 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,618 miles
    Test number
    889361693225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,726 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    148,726 miles
    Test number
    997924163390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,663 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,663 miles
    Test number
    919307571460
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge advise tracking

  4. Fail143,658 miles (+5,813)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,658 miles
    Test number
    203225023636
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge advise tracking

  5. Pass137,845 miles (+5,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,845 miles
    Test number
    447517238272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension dust cover slightly perished

  6. Pass132,060 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,060 miles
    Test number
    769670865633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,774 miles (+7,544)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,774 miles
    Test number
    742759171559
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass119,230 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,230 miles
    Test number
    780791931816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    398624147545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre uneven wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail111,836 miles (+6,806)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    721601621633
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inboard face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre uneven wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insicure

  11. Pass105,030 miles (+7,259)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,030 miles
    Test number
    821714613195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,771 miles (+7,290)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,771 miles
    Test number
    373692576659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,481 miles (+7,660)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,481 miles
    Test number
    358890825114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side inner rack joint

  14. Pass82,821 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,821 miles
    Test number
    205747104448
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail82,821 miles (+8,247)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,821 miles
    Test number
    255877304498
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass74,574 miles (+8,606)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,574 miles
    Test number
    438084513114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre uneven wear

  17. Pass65,968 miles (+9,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,968 miles
    Test number
    219491212140
    • NoteFront & rear No plates

  18. Pass56,947 miles (+8,718)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,947 miles
    Test number
    656618901194
    • NoteFronr No plate
    • NoteNear side front tyre edges

  19. Pass48,229 miles (+9,103)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,229 miles
    Test number
    942667210195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront No plate

  20. Pass39,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    170445439106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,126 miles (+2,110)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    263643039437
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail37,016 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,016 miles
    Test number
    244785809061
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass37,016 miles (+8,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,016 miles
    Test number
    593455109067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass28,650 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,650 miles
    Test number
    591277608005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,806 miles
    Test number
    133446007044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LGF

Does LS53 LGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 LGF is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LGF?
The MOT on LS53 LGF is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 LGF done?
LS53 LGF was recorded at 153,618 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 7,006 miles a year.
Has LS53 LGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LGF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 LGF 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 LGF find?
LS53 LGF passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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