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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X453 GDVMOT history

X453 GDV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

X453 GDV silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
138,646 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 GDV was last recorded at 138,646 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 3,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,439 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,207 miles
Average per year
5,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,646 miles
  • 2024 – 135,439 miles
  • 2023 – 132,670 miles
  • 2022 – 130,248 miles
  • 2021 – 127,398 miles
  • 2020 – 125,383 miles
  • 2019 – 123,632 miles
  • 2018 – 120,849 miles
  • 2017 – 117,901 miles
  • 2016 – 113,543 miles
  • 2015 – 107,623 miles
  • 2014 – 102,536 miles
  • 2013 – 96,346 miles
  • 2012 – 89,520 miles
  • 2011 – 82,137 miles
  • 2010 – 74,350 miles
  • 2009 – 67,640 miles
  • 2008 – 59,985 miles
  • 2007 – 53,391 miles
  • 2006 – 46,551 miles
  • 2005 – 34,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,646 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose heatshield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills & chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,646 miles (+3,207)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,646 miles
    Test number
    183126387973
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose heatshield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills & chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  2. Pass135,439 miles (+2,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    135,439 miles
    Test number
    695808513485
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass132,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,670 miles
    Test number
    496355491125
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,670 miles (+2,422)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,670 miles
    Test number
    837031841856
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,248 miles
    Test number
    831192585819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,248 miles (+2,850)4 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,248 miles
    Test number
    278655943366
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass127,398 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,398 miles
    Test number
    907184712074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills / rear inner arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  8. Fail127,396 miles (+2,013)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,396 miles
    Test number
    766613677720
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills / rear inner arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  9. Pass125,383 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    125,383 miles
    Test number
    415333974580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail125,383 miles (+1,751)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,383 miles
    Test number
    416467393283
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass123,632 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,632 miles
    Test number
    266170923248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,631 miles (+2,782)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,631 miles
    Test number
    708026435429
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass120,849 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,849 miles
    Test number
    936545095491
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

  14. Fail120,800 miles (+2,899)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,800 miles
    Test number
    401769592715
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass117,901 miles (+4,358)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    117,901 miles
    Test number
    757110712096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,543 miles
    Test number
    800134714925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,543 miles (+5,920)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,543 miles
    Test number
    310658089200
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass107,623 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    107,623 miles
    Test number
    697617512031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension area and components have slight corrosion

  19. Fail107,623 miles (+5,087)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,623 miles
    Test number
    168800214156
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension area and components have slight corrosion

  20. Pass102,536 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,536 miles
    Test number
    176508984228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust section corroded

  21. Fail102,535 miles (+6,189)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,535 miles
    Test number
    359698684471
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust section corroded

  22. Pass96,346 miles (+6,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,346 miles
    Test number
    999450893228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass89,520 miles (+7,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,520 miles
    Test number
    138160992276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass82,137 miles (+7,787)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,137 miles
    Test number
    758581591212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front discs worn and getting thin

  25. Pass74,350 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,350 miles
    Test number
    463796190225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,640 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    67,640 miles
    Test number
    212375199216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edges
    • NoteRear brakes squealing

  27. Fail67,640 miles (+7,655)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,640 miles
    Test number
    920545999217
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edges
    • NoteRear brakes squealing

  28. Pass59,985 miles (+6,594)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,985 miles
    Test number
    492319998299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass53,391 miles (+6,840)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,391 miles
    Test number
    424003587230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,551 miles (+12,134)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,551 miles
    Test number
    854737986249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    34,417 miles
    Test number
    252535765222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 GDV

Does X453 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X453 GDV expired on 28 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X453 GDV?
The MOT on X453 GDV expired on 28 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X453 GDV done?
X453 GDV was recorded at 138,646 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 5,189 miles a year.
Has X453 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 GDV has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on X453 GDV 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 X453 GDV find?
X453 GDV passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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