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Ford Focus

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,999 cc

L20 VGSMOT history

L20 VGS is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 69,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

L20 VGS white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,804 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 VGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 VGS was last recorded at 69,804 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,619 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,185 miles
Average per year
4,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,804 miles
  • 2025 – 64,619 miles
  • 2024 – 59,486 miles
  • 2023 – 54,865 miles
  • 2022 – 50,975 miles
  • 2021 – 47,058 miles
  • 2020 – 43,723 miles
  • 2019 – 38,902 miles
  • 2018 – 33,493 miles
  • 2017 – 28,311 miles
  • 2016 – 21,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,804 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit of 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Covers and trays fitted obscuring testable components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,804 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,804 miles
    Test number
    919948431194
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail69,803 miles (+5,184)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,803 miles
    Test number
    216193617970
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass64,619 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    576900754434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail64,618 miles (+5,132)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,618 miles
    Test number
    563932231338
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass59,486 miles (+4,621)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    870620846061
    • AdvisoryCentral HEAT SHIELD LOOSE UNLIKLY TO FALL OFF
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass54,865 miles (+3,890)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,865 miles
    Test number
    557260502521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both long arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass50,975 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,975 miles
    Test number
    644129823300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,058 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,058 miles
    Test number
    118241119561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,723 miles
    Test number
    305447786459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Fail43,723 miles (+4,821)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,723 miles
    Test number
    210589065594
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass38,902 miles (+5,409)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,902 miles
    Test number
    635362654604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WORN VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass33,493 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,493 miles
    Test number
    120271946185
    • 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 tyre on limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted obscuring testable components
  13. Fail33,461 miles (+5,150)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    499018835119
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 tyre on limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted obscuring testable components
  14. Pass28,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    359302059336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,311 miles (+6,680)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    634249524384
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
  16. Pass21,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,631 miles
    Test number
    595396255834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 VGS

Does L20 VGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 VGS is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 VGS?
The MOT on L20 VGS is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 VGS done?
L20 VGS was recorded at 69,804 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 4,829 miles a year.
Has L20 VGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 VGS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 VGS 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 L20 VGS find?
L20 VGS passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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