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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,499 cc

L1 UGSMOT history

L1 UGS is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 5 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 106,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

L1 UGS black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,149 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 UGS
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
5 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 UGS was last recorded at 106,149 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,149 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,149 miles
  • 2025 – 98,534 miles
  • 2024 – 90,343 miles
  • 2023 – 80,426 miles
  • 2022 – 69,938 miles
  • 2021 – 65,091 miles
  • 2020 – 56,342 miles
  • 2019 – 43,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,149 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,149 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,149 miles
    Test number
    282540046452
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail106,149 miles (+7,615)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,149 miles
    Test number
    716448684246
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass98,534 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,534 miles
    Test number
    808249516667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail98,534 miles (+8,191)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,534 miles
    Test number
    426143795719
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass90,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,343 miles
    Test number
    102268062294
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail90,342 miles (+9,916)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,342 miles
    Test number
    279224790888
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass80,426 miles (+10,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    757921535350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass69,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    823609246989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,938 miles (+4,847)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    812585051034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass65,091 miles (+8,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,091 miles
    Test number
    210024993897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass56,342 miles (+12,642)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,342 miles
    Test number
    213413348326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,700 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,700 miles
    Test number
    872797413288
    • 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))

Questions about L1 UGS

Does L1 UGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 UGS is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 UGS?
The MOT on L1 UGS is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 UGS done?
L1 UGS was recorded at 106,149 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 9,175 miles a year.
Has L1 UGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 UGS has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 UGS 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 L1 UGS find?
L1 UGS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm, and 1 more.

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