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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LS53 YFZMOT history

LS53 YFZ is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 155,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

LS53 YFZ green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2024
Mileage
155,259 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 YFZ was last recorded at 155,259 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 16,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,253 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
16,006 miles
Average per year
7,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,259 miles
  • 2023 – 139,253 miles
  • 2022 – 130,447 miles
  • 2021 – 124,590 miles
  • 2020 – 121,078 miles
  • 2019 – 118,243 miles
  • 2018 – 114,750 miles
  • 2017 – 108,945 miles
  • 2016 – 103,376 miles
  • 2015 – 96,130 miles
  • 2014 – 87,425 miles
  • 2013 – 81,139 miles
  • 2012 – 74,116 miles
  • 2011 – 67,311 miles
  • 2010 – 62,101 miles
  • 2009 – 55,556 miles
  • 2008 – 52,276 miles
  • 2007 – 40,757 miles
  • 2006 – 26,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,259 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s outer sill

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear beam axle bushes worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,259 miles (+16,006)7 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,259 miles
    Test number
    875002992987
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s outer sill

  2. Pass139,253 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,253 miles
    Test number
    683522528885
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  3. Fail139,251 miles (+8,804)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,251 miles
    Test number
    118303607364
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  4. Pass130,447 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,447 miles
    Test number
    448223609064
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  5. Fail130,447 miles (+5,857)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,447 miles
    Test number
    820813640303
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  6. Pass124,590 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,590 miles
    Test number
    703540871234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  7. Fail124,588 miles (+3,510)1 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,588 miles
    Test number
    964343995291
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes worn

  8. Pass121,078 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,078 miles
    Test number
    389418969201
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail121,078 miles (+2,835)3 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,078 miles
    Test number
    464090650464
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass118,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,243 miles
    Test number
    615395485240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail118,243 miles (+3,493)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,243 miles
    Test number
    581483681802
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass114,750 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,750 miles
    Test number
    480164764446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Centre brake light not working but may be disconnected

  13. Fail114,745 miles (+5,800)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,745 miles
    Test number
    463706978505
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose modification unsafe Hose not attached being fouled by tyre and drive shaft (2.1.5 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Centre brake light not working but may be disconnected

  14. Pass108,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    220109625731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail108,945 miles (+5,569)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    636266408652
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass103,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,376 miles
    Test number
    725224867805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail103,376 miles (+7,246)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,376 miles
    Test number
    408422578042
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass96,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    96,130 miles
    Test number
    238843275154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,130 miles (+8,705)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,130 miles
    Test number
    429063075152
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass87,425 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    519746374149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,422 miles (+6,283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,422 miles
    Test number
    305945274144
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass81,139 miles (+7,023)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,139 miles
    Test number
    235467873111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,116 miles (+6,805)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,116 miles
    Test number
    436604362152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre perished

  24. Fail67,311 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,311 miles
    Test number
    267231361469
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  25. Pass67,311 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,311 miles
    Test number
    565821061107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,101 miles (+6,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,101 miles
    Test number
    272778750478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass55,556 miles (+3,280)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,556 miles
    Test number
    551570269147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,276 miles
    Test number
    164576148354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail52,276 miles (+11,519)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,276 miles
    Test number
    291526948387
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass40,757 miles (+14,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,757 miles
    Test number
    172395447385
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass26,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    26,311 miles
    Test number
    171334556313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YFZ

Does LS53 YFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YFZ expired on 25 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YFZ?
The MOT on LS53 YFZ expired on 25 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YFZ done?
LS53 YFZ was recorded at 155,259 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 7,484 miles a year.
Has LS53 YFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YFZ has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS53 YFZ 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 YFZ find?
LS53 YFZ failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 7 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 14 more.

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