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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

L15 HTXMOT history

L15 HTX is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 14 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

L15 HTX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,323 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 HTX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 HTX was last recorded at 116,323 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,321 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,323 miles
  • 2025 – 109,267 miles
  • 2024 – 102,419 miles
  • 2023 – 94,386 miles
  • 2022 – 86,892 miles
  • 2021 – 80,092 miles
  • 2020 – 73,066 miles
  • 2019 – 67,333 miles
  • 2018 – 60,488 miles
  • 2017 – 52,990 miles
  • 2016 – 46,830 miles
  • 2015 – 38,757 miles
  • 2014 – 31,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,323 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly out of focusRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Signs of oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,323 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,323 miles
    Test number
    491576002538
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly out of focus
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail116,321 miles (+7,054)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,321 miles
    Test number
    797859288045
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly out of focus
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass109,267 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,267 miles
    Test number
    560715608512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail109,237 miles (+6,818)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,237 miles
    Test number
    819788312012
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn on inner edge on 3.5m

  5. Pass102,419 miles (+124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,419 miles
    Test number
    210734175828
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  6. Fail102,295 miles (+7,909)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,295 miles
    Test number
    879192176372
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dipping wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  7. Pass94,386 miles (+7,494)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,386 miles
    Test number
    815651504940
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass86,892 miles (+6,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,892 miles
    Test number
    623733208066
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass80,092 miles (+7,026)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,092 miles
    Test number
    129314755184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,066 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,066 miles
    Test number
    760431417968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail73,064 miles (+5,731)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,064 miles
    Test number
    615768822540
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,333 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,333 miles
    Test number
    876868612637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,330 miles (+6,842)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,330 miles
    Test number
    155614109556
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass60,488 miles (+7,498)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    60,488 miles
    Test number
    704791873567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,990 miles (+6,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,990 miles
    Test number
    884976528968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    875182658512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,830 miles (+8,073)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    242787865603
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass38,757 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,757 miles
    Test number
    259032655483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,158 miles
    Test number
    345945954178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 HTX

Does L15 HTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 HTX is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 HTX?
The MOT on L15 HTX is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 HTX done?
L15 HTX was recorded at 116,323 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 6,922 miles a year.
Has L15 HTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 HTX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 HTX 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 HTX find?
L15 HTX passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: both headlamps slightly out of focus; oil leak.

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