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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

L19 VAUMOT history

L19 VAU is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2021 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 116,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2021.

L19 VAU silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2021
Mileage
116,193 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2021
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 VAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

L19 VAU was last recorded at 116,193 miles on 25 Oct 2021, 10,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,226 miles · 24 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
10,967 miles
Average per year
7,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 116,193 miles
  • 2020 – 105,226 miles
  • 2019 – 94,643 miles
  • 2018 – 84,306 miles
  • 2017 – 80,193 miles
  • 2016 – 75,261 miles
  • 2015 – 68,255 miles
  • 2014 – 54,054 miles
  • 2013 – 47,397 miles
  • 2012 – 42,583 miles
  • 2011 – 37,393 miles
  • 2010 – 31,795 miles
  • 2009 – 27,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,193 miles
  • 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))
  • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction mirror has items hanging from it resticting view (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to broken exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold catalyst flexible coupling broken (gas leak) (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect maybe bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield broken and insecure but present

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,193 miles (+10,967)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,193 miles
    Test number
    778393202009
    • 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))
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction mirror has items hanging from it resticting view (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to broken exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold catalyst flexible coupling broken (gas leak) (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect maybe bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield broken and insecure but present

  2. Pass105,226 miles (+10,583)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,226 miles
    Test number
    798093932060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front cat area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn

  3. Pass94,643 miles (+10,337)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    697380081178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,306 miles (+4,113)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,306 miles
    Test number
    846946060230
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass80,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    465625135465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,183 miles (+4,922)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    581638639045
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  7. Pass75,261 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    978791942136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear winter tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear winter tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail75,261 miles (+7,006)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    561668988098
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear winter tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear winter tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass68,255 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,255 miles
    Test number
    518469917875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,245 miles (+14,191)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,245 miles
    Test number
    121012338687
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass54,054 miles (+6,657)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    886537574104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,397 miles
    Test number
    427176973167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,387 miles (+4,804)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,387 miles
    Test number
    197546373177
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass42,583 miles (+5,190)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    257689552498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,393 miles (+5,598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,393 miles
    Test number
    496692251196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  16. Pass31,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,795 miles
    Test number
    724756360189
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail31,795 miles (+4,544)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,795 miles
    Test number
    744676060112
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass27,251 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,251 miles
    Test number
    620942389180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,317 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,317 miles
    Test number
    770942549139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail26,317 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,317 miles
    Test number
    120312649141
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L19 VAU

Does L19 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L19 VAU expired on 27 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L19 VAU?
The MOT on L19 VAU expired on 27 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L19 VAU done?
L19 VAU was recorded at 116,193 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2021, an average of 7,232 miles a year.
Has L19 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 VAU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on L19 VAU 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 L19 VAU find?
L19 VAU failed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2021 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; central driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction mirror has items hanging from it resticting view, and 8 more.

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