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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

L22 SLVMOT history

L22 SLV is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

L22 SLV red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
155,231 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 SLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 SLV was last recorded at 155,231 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 1,631 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,600 miles · 16 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,631 miles
Average per year
9,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,231 miles
  • 2023 – 153,600 miles
  • 2022 – 143,326 miles
  • 2021 – 116,971 miles
  • 2020 – 103,862 miles
  • 2019 – 98,205 miles
  • 2018 – 85,630 miles
  • 2017 – 80,651 miles
  • 2016 – 72,749 miles
  • 2015 – 66,322 miles
  • 2014 – 62,004 miles
  • 2013 – 48,674 miles
  • 2012 – 36,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,231 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar 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 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box blowing and bracket snapped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,231 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    155,231 miles
    Test number
    419951967467
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  2. Fail155,231 miles (+1,631)4 repaired1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,231 miles
    Test number
    678406110261
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  3. Pass153,600 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,600 miles
    Test number
    309176423623
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Section of exhaust system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail153,578 miles (+10,252)9 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,578 miles
    Test number
    582978220955
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (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))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills and both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s parking brake has reduced effort
    • AdvisoryWhole underside / all underside components corroded

  5. Pass143,326 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,326 miles
    Test number
    151827011929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,760 miles (+25,789)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,760 miles
    Test number
    481195828585
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,971 miles (+73)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,971 miles
    Test number
    418022632402
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box blowing and bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail116,898 miles (+13,036)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,898 miles
    Test number
    950452718544
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box blowing and bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield at tank insecure

  9. Pass103,862 miles (+5,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,862 miles
    Test number
    195065138631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass98,205 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,205 miles
    Test number
    170250470343
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Fail98,203 miles (+12,573)1 dangerous1 major3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,203 miles
    Test number
    912588129292
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn front lower link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass85,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,630 miles
    Test number
    895802941721
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail85,630 miles (+4,979)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,630 miles
    Test number
    518580817241
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass80,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,651 miles
    Test number
    154684824640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail80,651 miles (+7,902)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,651 miles
    Test number
    625766787686
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass72,749 miles (+6,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,749 miles
    Test number
    118460275820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on 3mm

  17. Pass66,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    176107185428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,322 miles (+4,318)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    159196185081
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass62,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    526017504310
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail62,003 miles (+13,329)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,003 miles
    Test number
    927207604320
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass48,674 miles (+12,213)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,674 miles
    Test number
    865564423375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,461 miles
    Test number
    435051512370
    • 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)

Questions about L22 SLV

Does L22 SLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L22 SLV expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L22 SLV?
The MOT on L22 SLV expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L22 SLV done?
L22 SLV was recorded at 155,231 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 9,532 miles a year.
Has L22 SLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 SLV has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L22 SLV 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 L22 SLV find?
L22 SLV passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 10 more.

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