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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,521 cc

L23 NTSMOT history

L23 NTS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

L23 NTS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,363 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 NTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 NTS was last recorded at 118,363 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 3,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,891 miles · 26 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,472 miles
Average per year
6,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,363 miles
  • 2022 – 114,891 miles
  • 2021 – 114,614 miles
  • 2020 – 109,211 miles
  • 2019 – 100,309 miles
  • 2018 – 90,744 miles
  • 2017 – 82,240 miles
  • 2016 – 68,516 miles
  • 2015 – 61,496 miles
  • 2014 – 53,188 miles
  • 2013 – 42,456 miles
  • 2012 – 33,728 miles
  • 2011 – 23,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,363 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,363 miles (+3,472)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,363 miles
    Test number
    171424626474
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,891 miles (+277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,891 miles
    Test number
    882992031532
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,614 miles (+5,403)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,614 miles
    Test number
    143677076809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,211 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,211 miles
    Test number
    472466180930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,495 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,495 miles
    Test number
    377021455121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,494 miles (+8,185)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,494 miles
    Test number
    991793619163
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield above the catalytic convertor is insecure

  7. Pass100,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    100,309 miles
    Test number
    281114357424
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild insercure
    • AdvisorySteering rack knocking inernally but no play found

  8. Fail100,309 miles (+9,565)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,309 miles
    Test number
    802897826291
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild insercure
    • AdvisorySteering rack knocking inernally but no play found

  9. Pass90,744 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    407406930814
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door panel loose
    • AdvisoryPlastic panel loose on engine

  10. Fail90,744 miles (+8,504)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    286304025677
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door panel loose
    • AdvisoryPlastic panel loose on engine

  11. Pass82,240 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,240 miles
    Test number
    717712316324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,602 miles (+13,086)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,602 miles
    Test number
    361031904933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,516 miles (+7,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,516 miles
    Test number
    503405830107
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  14. Pass61,496 miles (+8,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,496 miles
    Test number
    907106205141
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass53,188 miles (+10,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,188 miles
    Test number
    846902694086
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,456 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,456 miles
    Test number
    558109693051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,728 miles (+10,471)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,728 miles
    Test number
    267723602412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,257 miles
    Test number
    148200791464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 NTS

Does L23 NTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 NTS is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 NTS?
The MOT on L23 NTS is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 NTS done?
L23 NTS was recorded at 118,363 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 6,314 miles a year.
Has L23 NTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 NTS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on L23 NTS 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 L23 NTS find?
L23 NTS passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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