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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS53 YGMMOT history

LS53 YGM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 168,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LS53 YGM green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,758 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YGM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YGM was last recorded at 168,758 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,711 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
8,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,758 miles
  • 2025 – 162,865 miles
  • 2024 – 156,160 miles
  • 2023 – 148,559 miles
  • 2022 – 139,908 miles
  • 2021 – 134,254 miles
  • 2020 – 129,487 miles
  • 2019 – 123,284 miles
  • 2018 – 118,053 miles
  • 2017 – 110,575 miles
  • 2016 – 103,777 miles
  • 2015 – 97,404 miles
  • 2014 – 89,381 miles
  • 2013 – 82,406 miles
  • 2012 – 76,769 miles
  • 2011 – 64,723 miles
  • 2010 – 53,309 miles
  • 2009 – 41,574 miles
  • 2007 – 25,670 miles
  • 2006 – 12,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,758 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,758 miles (+47)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,758 miles
    Test number
    459403970344
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail168,711 miles (+5,846)1 dangerous2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,711 miles
    Test number
    968630933180
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall - 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,865 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,865 miles
    Test number
    433012995868
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhust bracket broken but its secure
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield unsecure

  4. Fail162,865 miles (+6,705)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,865 miles
    Test number
    497960076208
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhust bracket broken but its secure
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield unsecure

  5. Pass156,160 miles (+7,601)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    156,160 miles
    Test number
    622592294223
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass148,559 miles (+8,651)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,559 miles
    Test number
    869274048129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,908 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    139,908 miles
    Test number
    509534809292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail139,893 miles (+5,639)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,893 miles
    Test number
    373114193660
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,254 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,254 miles
    Test number
    487411665602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail134,253 miles (+4,766)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,253 miles
    Test number
    569951639791
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass129,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,487 miles
    Test number
    378564682520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail129,486 miles1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,486 miles
    Test number
    355659895630
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail129,484 miles (+6,200)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,484 miles
    Test number
    934221102026
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass123,284 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,284 miles
    Test number
    770564193503
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail123,284 miles (+5,231)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,284 miles
    Test number
    942083750060
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass118,053 miles (+7,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,053 miles
    Test number
    586228976670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass110,575 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,575 miles
    Test number
    579472129756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,777 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,777 miles
    Test number
    598796755979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail103,746 miles (+6,342)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,746 miles
    Test number
    479181887661
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass97,404 miles (+8,023)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,404 miles
    Test number
    477683845024
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass89,381 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    89,381 miles
    Test number
    127773244045
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  22. Fail89,381 miles (+6,975)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,381 miles
    Test number
    187403244449
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  23. Pass82,406 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,406 miles
    Test number
    386334643002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail82,406 miles (+5,637)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,406 miles
    Test number
    637404843027
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass76,769 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    108001452069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn

  26. Fail76,761 miles (+12,038)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,761 miles
    Test number
    898541752092
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn

  27. Pass64,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,723 miles
    Test number
    787059931065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,723 miles (+11,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,723 miles
    Test number
    599219431092
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass53,309 miles (+11,735)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,309 miles
    Test number
    303667650079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,574 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    174558959418
    • NoteRear tyres perished.

  31. Fail41,574 miles (+15,904)3 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    393228859038
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear tyres perished.

  32. Pass25,670 miles (+12,793)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,670 miles
    Test number
    451473757492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass12,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,877 miles
    Test number
    451362756416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YGM

Does LS53 YGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YGM is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YGM?
The MOT on LS53 YGM is valid until 25 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 YGM done?
LS53 YGM was recorded at 168,758 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 8,158 miles a year.
Has LS53 YGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YGM has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YGM 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 YGM find?
LS53 YGM passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 15 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust heat shield insecure; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 12 more.

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