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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LX53 RMZMOT history

LX53 RMZ is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LX53 RMZ black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,024 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 RMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 RMZ was last recorded at 70,024 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 3,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,882 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,142 miles
Average per year
2,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,024 miles
  • 2025 – 66,882 miles
  • 2024 – 64,361 miles
  • 2023 – 61,202 miles
  • 2022 – 61,160 miles
  • 2021 – 58,620 miles
  • 2020 – 56,738 miles
  • 2019 – 55,633 miles
  • 2018 – 52,998 miles
  • 2017 – 52,019 miles
  • 2015 – 43,218 miles
  • 2014 – 34,905 miles
  • 2013 – 28,615 miles
  • 2012 – 28,536 miles
  • 2011 – 27,710 miles
  • 2010 – 26,094 miles
  • 2009 – 23,605 miles
  • 2008 – 19,534 miles
  • 2007 – 16,382 miles
  • 2006 – 12,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,024 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,024 miles
    Test number
    179305027356
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail70,024 miles (+3,142)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,024 miles
    Test number
    546683954655
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,882 miles (+2,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    206964172627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass64,361 miles (+3,159)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,361 miles
    Test number
    546216985219
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,202 miles
    Test number
    343613201029
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail61,202 miles (+42)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,202 miles
    Test number
    971880482728
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass61,160 miles (+2,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,160 miles
    Test number
    180174129122
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass58,620 miles (+1,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,620 miles
    Test number
    390232629884
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,738 miles (+1,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,738 miles
    Test number
    205775963400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass55,633 miles (+2,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,633 miles
    Test number
    546895334122
    • AdvisoryNearside inner rack joint worn

  11. Pass52,998 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    463671712111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,019 miles (+8,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    383763949006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside inner rack joint

  13. Pass43,218 miles (+6,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,218 miles
    Test number
    959076330477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass36,876 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    36,876 miles
    Test number
    108486805431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,905 miles (+6,290)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,905 miles
    Test number
    868981054290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,615 miles (+79)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    28,615 miles
    Test number
    957219153242
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  17. Pass28,536 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    28,536 miles
    Test number
    579543062241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,710 miles
    Test number
    746316551244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,710 miles (+1,616)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,710 miles
    Test number
    787336351281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass26,094 miles (+2,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,094 miles
    Test number
    503647260247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass23,605 miles (+4,071)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,605 miles
    Test number
    820671469234
    • NoteNear side rear child seat stopping full seat belt inspection.Near sided rear child lock in operation.

  22. Pass19,534 miles (+3,152)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,534 miles
    Test number
    991122868228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  23. Pass16,382 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,382 miles
    Test number
    314275057479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,793 miles
    Test number
    334945256407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 RMZ

Does LX53 RMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 RMZ is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 RMZ?
The MOT on LX53 RMZ is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 RMZ done?
LX53 RMZ was recorded at 70,024 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 2,954 miles a year.
Has LX53 RMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 RMZ has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LX53 RMZ 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 LX53 RMZ find?
LX53 RMZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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