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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,997 cc

L15 BAUMOT history

L15 BAU is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 21 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 94,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

L15 BAU grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,670 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 BAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 BAU was last recorded at 94,670 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 8,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,542 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,128 miles
Average per year
7,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,670 miles
  • 2025 – 86,542 miles
  • 2024 – 76,514 miles
  • 2023 – 63,258 miles
  • 2022 – 54,834 miles
  • 2021 – 45,629 miles
  • 2020 – 42,137 miles
  • 2019 – 37,162 miles
  • 2018 – 29,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,670 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & damaged on sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear discs are worn/lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Minor impact damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 26 Feb 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,670 miles (+8,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,670 miles
    Test number
    880922220830
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass86,542 miles (+10,028)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    137444102916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,514 miles (+13,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,514 miles
    Test number
    750396535137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass63,258 miles (+8,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    63,258 miles
    Test number
    815437990154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass54,834 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    409147752139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,753 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,753 miles
    Test number
    626234209231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & damaged on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear discs are worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Minor impact damage
  7. Fail51,673 miles (+6,044)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,673 miles
    Test number
    911290951179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & damaged on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear discs are worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Minor impact damage
  8. Pass45,629 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    134178037886
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Impact damage on bumper of vehicle but unlikely to cause harm
  9. Fail45,629 miles (+3,492)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    345851682578
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected Resulting in white light being shown when rear fog lamp is switched on (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Impact damage on bumper of vehicle but unlikely to cause harm
  10. Pass42,137 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,137 miles
    Test number
    938137912490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,162 miles (+7,536)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,162 miles
    Test number
    862697421836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,626 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,626 miles
    Test number
    611960464108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

Questions about L15 BAU

Does L15 BAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 BAU is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 BAU?
The MOT on L15 BAU is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 BAU done?
L15 BAU was recorded at 94,670 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 7,739 miles a year.
Has L15 BAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 BAU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2022.
Has the mileage on L15 BAU 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 L15 BAU find?
L15 BAU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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