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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LS53 NBZMOT history

LS53 NBZ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 77,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LS53 NBZ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,474 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NBZ was last recorded at 77,474 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,463 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,474 miles
  • 2025 – 76,011 miles
  • 2024 – 75,100 miles
  • 2023 – 75,095 miles
  • 2022 – 72,819 miles
  • 2021 – 70,783 miles
  • 2016 – 70,573 miles
  • 2014 – 68,146 miles
  • 2013 – 66,275 miles
  • 2012 – 59,587 miles
  • 2010 – 56,364 miles
  • 2009 – 50,656 miles
  • 2008 – 44,477 miles
  • 2007 – 37,128 miles
  • 2006 – 29,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,474 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,474 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,474 miles
    Test number
    257043241028
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,463 miles (+1,452)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    812765071193
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,011 miles (+911)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,011 miles
    Test number
    221293845497
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass75,100 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    143970563093
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded all
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail75,095 miles (+2,276)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,095 miles
    Test number
    888886873639
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cat heat sheild lose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,819 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,819 miles
    Test number
    804261816934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    773311704704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,783 miles (+210)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    457699361691
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass70,573 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,573 miles
    Test number
    915058538259
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail70,573 miles (+2,427)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,573 miles
    Test number
    743069683172
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass68,146 miles (+1,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,146 miles
    Test number
    859094384110
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass66,275 miles (+6,688)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,275 miles
    Test number
    548618543150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,587 miles (+3,223)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,587 miles
    Test number
    376446242196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  14. Pass56,364 miles (+5,708)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,364 miles
    Test number
    230238990253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,656 miles (+61)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,656 miles
    Test number
    422067899281
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail50,595 miles (+6,118)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,595 miles
    Test number
    340723699274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass44,477 miles (+7,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,477 miles
    Test number
    480306598245
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass37,128 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,128 miles
    Test number
    604535997264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,718 miles
    Test number
    532912796200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NBZ

Does LS53 NBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 NBZ is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NBZ?
The MOT on LS53 NBZ is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 NBZ done?
LS53 NBZ was recorded at 77,474 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,482 miles a year.
Has LS53 NBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NBZ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 NBZ 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 NBZ find?
LS53 NBZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 1 more.

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