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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

FH12 LWUMOT history

FH12 LWU is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,643 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

FH12 LWU was last recorded at 99,643 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 7,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,951 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,692 miles
Average per year
6,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,643 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,643 miles (+7,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,643 miles
    Test number
    899156846998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,951 miles
    Test number
    822249352933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail91,951 miles (+7,893)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,951 miles
    Test number
    148841307176
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass84,058 miles (+10,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,058 miles
    Test number
    252301901810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,680 miles (+10,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    582709661130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass63,635 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,635 miles
    Test number
    148217748169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail63,635 miles (+1,279)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,635 miles
    Test number
    675347969374
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass62,356 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    62,356 miles
    Test number
    403495385225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no visible tread on inside edge, also very cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  9. Fail62,356 miles (+802)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,356 miles
    Test number
    929884669209
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no visible tread on inside edge, also very cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  10. Pass61,554 miles (+6,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    61,554 miles
    Test number
    216741601824
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass55,450 miles (+7,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,450 miles
    Test number
    415569330374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass47,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,726 miles
    Test number
    122104263872
    • AdvisoryHead lights switch loose

  13. Fail47,726 miles (+6,824)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,726 miles
    Test number
    459341150219
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lights switch loose

  14. Pass40,902 miles (+7,379)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,902 miles
    Test number
    323647142488
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bald on the edges of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is bald on the inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a crack at the base . not affecting the drivers view advice change

  15. Pass33,523 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,523 miles
    Test number
    630628673557
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail33,523 miles (+7,765)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,523 miles
    Test number
    736707524944
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass25,758 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    328155885104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise nsr tyre nail

Questions about FH12 LWU

When is the MOT due on FH12 LWU?
The MOT on FH12 LWU is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FH12 LWU done?
FH12 LWU was recorded at 99,643 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,923 miles a year.
Has FH12 LWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FH12 LWU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on FH12 LWU 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 FH12 LWU find?
FH12 LWU passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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