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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2014 · 1,242 cc

LU53 XCEMOT history

LU53 XCE is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 78,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

LU53 XCE silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
78,238 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU53 XCE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU53 XCE was last recorded at 78,238 miles on 28 May 2026, 3,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
74,652 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,586 miles
Average per year
7,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,238 miles
  • 2025 – 74,652 miles
  • 2024 – 71,026 miles
  • 2023 – 65,328 miles
  • 2022 – 58,003 miles
  • 2021 – 51,607 miles
  • 2020 – 48,613 miles
  • 2019 – 38,530 miles
  • 2018 – 26,865 miles
  • 2017 – 16,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,238 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    797290881083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Fail78,237 miles (+3,585)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,237 miles
    Test number
    976308597002
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  3. Pass74,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    74,652 miles
    Test number
    416294921718
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail74,652 miles (+3,626)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,652 miles
    Test number
    118357961793
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit CO 0.49 and lambda levels high 1.335 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Back box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass71,026 miles (+5,698)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,026 miles
    Test number
    329462131607
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge poor (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,328 miles (+7,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    65,328 miles
    Test number
    673765610832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass58,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,003 miles
    Test number
    509162181214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,003 miles (+6,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,003 miles
    Test number
    134033116484
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washers topped up at VTS (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass51,607 miles (+2,994)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,607 miles
    Test number
    219134023342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,613 miles (+10,083)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,613 miles
    Test number
    494687148401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,530 miles (+11,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,530 miles
    Test number
    905492853715
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass26,865 miles (+10,220)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    26,865 miles
    Test number
    631905725761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    16,645 miles
    Test number
    783966094587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU53 XCE

Does LU53 XCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU53 XCE is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU53 XCE?
The MOT on LU53 XCE is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU53 XCE done?
LU53 XCE was recorded at 78,238 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 7,238 miles a year.
Has LU53 XCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU53 XCE has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LU53 XCE 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 LU53 XCE find?
LU53 XCE passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear inner axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides.

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