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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LS53 NEOMOT history

LS53 NEO is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 146,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

LS53 NEO black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2022
Mileage
146,552 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NEO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 NEO was last recorded at 146,552 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,764 miles · 2 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
7,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,552 miles
  • 2021 – 143,764 miles
  • 2019 – 97,288 miles
  • 2017 – 85,956 miles
  • 2016 – 80,165 miles
  • 2015 – 75,731 miles
  • 2014 – 71,050 miles
  • 2013 – 67,552 miles
  • 2012 – 64,047 miles
  • 2011 – 54,709 miles
  • 2010 – 45,726 miles
  • 2009 – 40,587 miles
  • 2008 – 34,223 miles
  • 2007 – 27,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,552 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Gearbox has slight oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,552 miles (+2,788)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,552 miles
    Test number
    277677279356
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass143,764 miles (+46,476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,764 miles
    Test number
    691740281088
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,288 miles (+11,332)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,288 miles
    Test number
    813301369909
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,956 miles (+5,791)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,956 miles
    Test number
    958844344038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,165 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,165 miles
    Test number
    540710530557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,731 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,731 miles
    Test number
    511767048764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryGearbox has slight oil leak.

  7. Fail75,625 miles (+4,575)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,625 miles
    Test number
    699272036596
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryGearbox has slight oil leak.

  8. Pass71,050 miles (+3,498)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,050 miles
    Test number
    366190574481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,552 miles
    Test number
    176128363214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,552 miles (+3,505)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,552 miles
    Test number
    658048163281
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  11. Pass64,047 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,047 miles
    Test number
    149567872214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm+cracking
    • NoteSlight damage to osr reflector

  12. Fail64,047 miles (+9,338)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,047 miles
    Test number
    556417972217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm+cracking
    • NoteSlight damage to osr reflector

  13. Pass54,709 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,709 miles
    Test number
    859006021184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,726 miles (+5,139)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,726 miles
    Test number
    283545100495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,587 miles (+6,364)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,587 miles
    Test number
    721794619149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Fail34,223 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,223 miles
    Test number
    400745118138
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass34,223 miles (+6,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,223 miles
    Test number
    662605218130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass27,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,506 miles
    Test number
    853187067010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NEO

Does LS53 NEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 NEO expired on 1 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NEO?
The MOT on LS53 NEO expired on 1 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 NEO done?
LS53 NEO was recorded at 146,552 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 7,935 miles a year.
Has LS53 NEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NEO has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 NEO 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 NEO find?
LS53 NEO failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 6 major defects: offside front outer tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; emissions not tested; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 4 more.

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