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Ford Focus C-MAX

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS53 TVMMOT history

LS53 TVM is a silver petrol Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

LS53 TVM silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2023
Mileage
102,694 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 TVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 TVM was last recorded at 102,694 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 6,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,228 miles · 27 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,466 miles
Average per year
5,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,694 miles
  • 2021 – 96,228 miles
  • 2020 – 92,745 miles
  • 2019 – 88,646 miles
  • 2018 – 81,778 miles
  • 2017 – 75,121 miles
  • 2016 – 66,561 miles
  • 2015 – 59,138 miles
  • 2014 – 55,822 miles
  • 2013 – 51,542 miles
  • 2012 – 46,888 miles
  • 2011 – 42,504 miles
  • 2010 – 36,265 miles
  • 2009 – 30,724 miles
  • 2008 – 25,757 miles
  • 2007 – 15,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,694 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded and covered in underseal

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front brake discs poor condition

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,694 miles (+6,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,694 miles
    Test number
    474854427922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded and covered in underseal

  2. Pass96,228 miles (+3,483)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,228 miles
    Test number
    408326750890
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust brackets broken off

  3. Pass92,745 miles (+4,099)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,745 miles
    Test number
    338473814706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,646 miles (+6,868)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,646 miles
    Test number
    451811988058
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor condition

  5. Pass81,778 miles (+6,657)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,778 miles
    Test number
    578167567123
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop fallen apart
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass75,121 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    204598922155
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stops fallen apart
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket weak and corroded

  7. Fail75,121 miles (+8,560)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    259693901338
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stops fallen apart
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket weak and corroded

  8. Pass66,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,561 miles
    Test number
    605336411643
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker dust cover detached
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres light perishing on outer sidewalls

  9. Fail66,561 miles (+7,423)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,561 miles
    Test number
    579160748498
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both headlamps (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker dust cover detached
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres light perishing on outer sidewalls

  10. Pass59,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    551765579329
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f rear (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail59,138 miles (+3,316)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    909508346257
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f rear (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass55,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,822 miles
    Test number
    309116434337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,822 miles (+4,280)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,822 miles
    Test number
    448026134369
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass51,542 miles (+4,654)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,542 miles
    Test number
    898133943341
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

  15. Pass46,888 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,888 miles
    Test number
    296661542353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,504 miles (+6,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,504 miles
    Test number
    897216641367
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass36,265 miles (+5,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,265 miles
    Test number
    192581150312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass30,724 miles (+4,967)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,724 miles
    Test number
    974541749381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,757 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,757 miles
    Test number
    104738948301
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass25,757 miles (+4,748)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,757 miles
    Test number
    912418248344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,009 miles (+5,328)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    193082508433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,681 miles
    Test number
    723796207027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 TVM

Does LS53 TVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 TVM expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 TVM?
The MOT on LS53 TVM expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 TVM done?
LS53 TVM was recorded at 102,694 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 5,524 miles a year.
Has LS53 TVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 TVM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on LS53 TVM 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 TVM find?
LS53 TVM passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; rear suspension components corroded and covered in underseal.

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