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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,989 cc

L100 MSJMOT history

L100 MSJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 109,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

L100 MSJ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,335 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 MSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 MSJ was last recorded at 109,335 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,542 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,793 miles
Average per year
5,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,335 miles
  • 2024 – 104,542 miles
  • 2023 – 95,275 miles
  • 2022 – 90,723 miles
  • 2021 – 82,343 miles
  • 2020 – 73,603 miles
  • 2019 – 66,829 miles
  • 2018 – 60,837 miles
  • 2017 – 60,728 miles
  • 2016 – 58,926 miles
  • 2015 – 56,722 miles
  • 2014 – 53,835 miles
  • 2013 – 50,210 miles
  • 2012 – 46,060 miles
  • 2011 – 42,772 miles
  • 2010 – 38,746 miles
  • 2009 – 33,863 miles
  • 2008 – 17,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened along other suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,335 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    516838095456
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened along other suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail109,335 miles (+4,793)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    768566548294
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 side (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened along other suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass104,542 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,542 miles
    Test number
    845432782166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail104,538 miles (+9,263)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,538 miles
    Test number
    351886058479
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling so deteriorated it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling so deteriorated it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,275 miles (+4,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,275 miles
    Test number
    440065832431
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,723 miles
    Test number
    789277592811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail90,723 miles (+385)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,723 miles
    Test number
    880701754918
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail90,338 miles (+7,995)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    288708519059
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack end has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edge

  9. Pass82,343 miles (+570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,343 miles
    Test number
    533151145639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail81,773 miles (+8,170)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,773 miles
    Test number
    416511795962
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure and incorrect boot fitted (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated incorrect boot fitted (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass73,603 miles (+1,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,603 miles
    Test number
    819547185251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,309 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    368102136879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail72,302 miles (+5,473)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,302 miles
    Test number
    148720241391
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass66,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    735814446336
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perishing.
    • AdvisoryRear brakes worn.

  15. Fail66,829 miles (+5,992)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    972461074963
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perishing.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes worn.

  16. Pass60,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    557583699519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,837 miles (+109)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    324868362781
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass60,728 miles (+1,802)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    60,728 miles
    Test number
    484439963084
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rears and n/s/f (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing uneven and slightly perished in tread

  19. Pass58,926 miles (+2,204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    741466736138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80-85% WORN (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH WORN (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH WORN (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear STRONG SMELL OF FUEL UNDER REAR OF VEHICLE, (VENT PIPE?)

  20. Pass56,722 miles (+2,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    159003997649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH STARTING TO WEAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH STARTING TO WEAR (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass53,835 miles (+3,625)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,835 miles
    Test number
    418629444343
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes slightly worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges & perished, cracked around tread
    • NoteFuel tank damp staines & smells of petrol, no visible leak
    • NoteNs rear tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass50,210 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,210 miles
    Test number
    507850553336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,060 miles
    Test number
    909039442387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,060 miles (+3,288)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,060 miles
    Test number
    136739742374
    • FailureOffside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass42,772 miles (+4,026)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    269029441340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass38,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,746 miles
    Test number
    311669640396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail38,746 miles (+4,883)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,746 miles
    Test number
    763939540367
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass33,863 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,863 miles
    Test number
    161831059394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,915 miles (+13,232)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,915 miles
    Test number
    134778369271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,683 miles
    Test number
    821660078264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail17,677 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,677 miles
    Test number
    873400878281
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L100 MSJ

Does L100 MSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 MSJ is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 MSJ?
The MOT on L100 MSJ is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 MSJ done?
L100 MSJ was recorded at 109,335 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,149 miles a year.
Has L100 MSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 MSJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L100 MSJ 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 L100 MSJ find?
L100 MSJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 side; hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 side; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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