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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,499 cc

L16 DSJMOT history

L16 DSJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 2 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 93,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L16 DSJ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
93,685 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 DSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
2 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 DSJ was last recorded at 93,685 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,645 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
10,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,685 miles
  • 2025 – 82,199 miles
  • 2024 – 73,698 miles
  • 2023 – 65,709 miles
  • 2022 – 54,404 miles
  • 2021 – 34,287 miles
  • 2020 – 16,327 miles
  • 2019 – 15,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,685 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 65/70% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,685 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    93,685 miles
    Test number
    421068150162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 65/70% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail93,645 miles (+11,446)2 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,645 miles
    Test number
    969340995303
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge multiple flat spots (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 65/70% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade very deteriorated

  3. Pass82,199 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,199 miles
    Test number
    925847812033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 60/65% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail82,197 miles (+8,499)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,197 miles
    Test number
    136160891429
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 60/65% worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass73,698 miles (+7,989)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    340953425463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,709 miles (+11,305)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,709 miles
    Test number
    280702497018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,404 miles
    Test number
    573568267760
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener

  8. Fail54,404 miles (+20,117)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,404 miles
    Test number
    485613610075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener

  9. Pass34,287 miles (+17,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,287 miles
    Test number
    750941681946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm of tread. Strong Advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on the sidewall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread. Tyre size: 215/50R17. Strong Advise (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass16,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    16,327 miles
    Test number
    519912030574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail16,327 miles (+908)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,327 miles
    Test number
    534579822865
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outter sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outter sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass15,419 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    15,419 miles
    Test number
    949320421592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    13,340 miles
    Test number
    178571060490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 DSJ

Does L16 DSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 DSJ is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 DSJ?
The MOT on L16 DSJ is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 DSJ done?
L16 DSJ was recorded at 93,685 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 10,451 miles a year.
Has L16 DSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 DSJ has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 DSJ 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 L16 DSJ find?
L16 DSJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides and pads 65/70% worn; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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