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Ford Focus C-MAX

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,560 cc

LS53 TRXMOT history

LS53 TRX is a blue diesel Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 94,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2023.

LS53 TRX blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
94,987 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 TRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 TRX was last recorded at 94,987 miles on 22 Nov 2023, 993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,994 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
993 miles
Average per year
4,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,987 miles
  • 2022 – 93,976 miles
  • 2021 – 89,826 miles
  • 2020 – 81,366 miles
  • 2019 – 76,132 miles
  • 2018 – 70,859 miles
  • 2017 – 65,948 miles
  • 2016 – 60,580 miles
  • 2015 – 54,498 miles
  • 2014 – 46,421 miles
  • 2013 – 41,359 miles
  • 2012 – 40,181 miles
  • 2011 – 38,811 miles
  • 2010 – 36,762 miles
  • 2009 – 32,974 miles
  • 2008 – 28,397 miles
  • 2007 – 22,870 miles
  • 2006 – 17,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,987 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,987 miles (+993)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    447930303421
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,994 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,994 miles
    Test number
    645605102724
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear small cracks in the tread

  3. Fail93,976 miles (+4,150)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,976 miles
    Test number
    364657819371
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator not working all nearside (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face is badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cracks in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    622649767810
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail89,826 miles (+8,460)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    738979983757
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH SIDES (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,366 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,366 miles
    Test number
    167571179505
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail81,366 miles (+5,234)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,366 miles
    Test number
    438085463900
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass76,132 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,132 miles
    Test number
    643333506526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail76,132 miles (+5,273)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,132 miles
    Test number
    887630674928
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass70,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,859 miles
    Test number
    383452606380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,857 miles (+4,909)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,857 miles
    Test number
    924116048896
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass65,948 miles (+5,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,948 miles
    Test number
    393585304554
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass60,580 miles (+6,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,580 miles
    Test number
    567887908811
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,498 miles (+8,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,498 miles
    Test number
    185067678954
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass46,421 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    326264524389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel slightly binding

  16. Fail46,421 miles (+5,062)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    818934024346
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel slightly binding

  17. Pass41,359 miles (+1,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,359 miles
    Test number
    776266523370
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass40,181 miles (+1,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,181 miles
    Test number
    745505042343
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass38,811 miles (+2,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,811 miles
    Test number
    486276641363
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass36,762 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,762 miles
    Test number
    633602950381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,974 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,974 miles
    Test number
    614668039393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,397 miles (+5,527)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,397 miles
    Test number
    443425648347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,870 miles (+5,740)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    474052657389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,130 miles
    Test number
    614919246307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 TRX

Does LS53 TRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 TRX expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 TRX?
The MOT on LS53 TRX expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 TRX done?
LS53 TRX was recorded at 94,987 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2023, an average of 4,597 miles a year.
Has LS53 TRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 TRX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 TRX 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 TRX find?
LS53 TRX failed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2023 with 9 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 7 more.

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