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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

A7 LYSMOT history

A7 LYS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 54,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

A7 LYS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
54,868 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A7 LYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A7 LYS was last recorded at 54,868 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,450 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
418 miles
Average per year
1,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,868 miles
  • 2025 – 54,450 miles
  • 2023 – 54,348 miles
  • 2022 – 54,166 miles
  • 2021 – 53,986 miles
  • 2019 – 53,420 miles
  • 2018 – 53,085 miles
  • 2017 – 52,223 miles
  • 2015 – 50,693 miles
  • 2013 – 50,199 miles
  • 2012 – 49,457 miles
  • 2011 – 49,407 miles
  • 2010 – 46,563 miles
  • 2009 – 43,355 miles
  • 2008 – 40,239 miles
  • 2007 – 36,969 miles
  • 2006 – 31,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,868 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,868 miles (+418)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    54,868 miles
    Test number
    564626760934
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass54,450 miles (+102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,450 miles
    Test number
    695169544113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass54,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,348 miles
    Test number
    517857892222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail54,348 miles (+182)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,348 miles
    Test number
    266651221027
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass54,166 miles (+180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,166 miles
    Test number
    215534103363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass53,986 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    411498001903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,420 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,420 miles
    Test number
    573450993342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail53,420 miles (+335)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,420 miles
    Test number
    665279054374
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass53,085 miles (+862)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,085 miles
    Test number
    950533965908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,223 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,223 miles
    Test number
    365514069557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,693 miles (+494)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,693 miles
    Test number
    919058365073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,199 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,199 miles
    Test number
    607102283025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,457 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,457 miles
    Test number
    636325372090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,407 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,407 miles
    Test number
    148598581007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,563 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,563 miles
    Test number
    851077870036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,355 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    133012959409
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass43,355 miles (+3,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    662582859003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass40,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,239 miles
    Test number
    600189278018
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail40,239 miles (+3,270)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,239 miles
    Test number
    911239778065
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass36,969 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,969 miles
    Test number
    903154167088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,731 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,731 miles
    Test number
    630739266019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,668 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,668 miles
    Test number
    420036966035
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Questions about A7 LYS

Does A7 LYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A7 LYS is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A7 LYS?
The MOT on A7 LYS is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A7 LYS done?
A7 LYS was recorded at 54,868 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 1,158 miles a year.
Has A7 LYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A7 LYS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on A7 LYS 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 A7 LYS find?
A7 LYS passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: both rear shock absorbers corroded; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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