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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LX53 VTOMOT history

LX53 VTO is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 69,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LX53 VTO black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,491 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VTO
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
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 VTO was last recorded at 69,491 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
69,221 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
270 miles
Average per year
2,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,491 miles
  • 2025 – 69,221 miles
  • 2024 – 68,883 miles
  • 2023 – 68,038 miles
  • 2022 – 66,936 miles
  • 2021 – 64,945 miles
  • 2020 – 63,054 miles
  • 2019 – 61,118 miles
  • 2018 – 58,462 miles
  • 2017 – 55,680 miles
  • 2016 – 52,916 miles
  • 2015 – 50,925 miles
  • 2014 – 48,807 miles
  • 2013 – 45,815 miles
  • 2012 – 42,048 miles
  • 2011 – 38,383 miles
  • 2010 – 34,939 miles
  • 2009 – 29,372 miles
  • 2008 – 24,425 miles
  • 2007 – 20,150 miles
  • 2006 – 15,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,491 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Engine management light illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,491 miles (+270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,491 miles
    Test number
    681543892569
    • 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))

  2. Pass69,221 miles (+338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,221 miles
    Test number
    427848820485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass68,883 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    204356309923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,038 miles (+1,102)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,038 miles
    Test number
    840751441804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,936 miles (+1,991)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,936 miles
    Test number
    314827937398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    170046260471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,945 miles (+1,891)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    683876559982
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Pass63,054 miles (+1,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,054 miles
    Test number
    354981182610
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass61,118 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,118 miles
    Test number
    916205700884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,462 miles (+2,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    795086134694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass55,680 miles (+2,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,680 miles
    Test number
    746300884695
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated

  12. Pass52,916 miles (+1,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,916 miles
    Test number
    604569881906
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated

  13. Pass50,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,925 miles
    Test number
    933311631556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,925 miles (+2,118)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,925 miles
    Test number
    149824333616
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass48,807 miles (+2,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,807 miles
    Test number
    798436524219
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,815 miles (+3,767)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,815 miles
    Test number
    925041833267
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass42,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,048 miles
    Test number
    427761132227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail42,028 miles (+3,645)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,028 miles
    Test number
    396771432473
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass38,383 miles (+3,444)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,383 miles
    Test number
    489878711216
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  20. Pass34,939 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,939 miles
    Test number
    130376920249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,372 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,372 miles
    Test number
    253329029278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,425 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,425 miles
    Test number
    853211338291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,150 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,150 miles
    Test number
    331230947446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,274 miles
    Test number
    643966826264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 VTO

Does LX53 VTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 VTO is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VTO?
The MOT on LX53 VTO is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 VTO done?
LX53 VTO was recorded at 69,491 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 2,709 miles a year.
Has LX53 VTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VTO has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LX53 VTO 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 VTO find?
LX53 VTO passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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