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Ford Focus

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 2,521 cc

L25 CTNMOT history

L25 CTN is an orange petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

L25 CTN orange Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,938 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 CTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 CTN was last recorded at 89,938 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 2,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,712 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,226 miles
Average per year
3,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,938 miles
  • 2025 – 87,712 miles
  • 2023 – 87,193 miles
  • 2017 – 85,062 miles
  • 2016 – 82,087 miles
  • 2015 – 77,932 miles
  • 2014 – 67,753 miles
  • 2012 – 58,241 miles
  • 2011 – 52,090 miles
  • 2010 – 46,375 miles
  • 2009 – 40,612 miles
  • 2008 – 30,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,938 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

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.

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,938 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    940660493405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  2. Fail89,938 miles (+2,226)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    339838836463
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil residue on engine
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  3. Pass87,712 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    923128100512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,193 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,193 miles
    Test number
    371477832686
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail87,193 miles (+2,131)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,193 miles
    Test number
    381290944990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass85,062 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,062 miles
    Test number
    545985347626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,087 miles (+4,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    934527488370
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear anti roll bar links
  8. Pass77,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,932 miles
    Test number
    767778025197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,932 miles (+10,179)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,932 miles
    Test number
    778628725185
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  10. Pass67,753 miles (+9,512)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,753 miles
    Test number
    425101404119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDicsc corroded
  11. Pass58,241 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,241 miles
    Test number
    289786832388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,226 miles (+6,136)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,226 miles
    Test number
    889875932351
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall starting to split
  13. Pass52,090 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,090 miles
    Test number
    406040131320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,375 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,375 miles
    Test number
    774214140376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,612 miles (+10,019)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,612 miles
    Test number
    731139939380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,593 miles
    Test number
    754924248393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,593 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,593 miles
    Test number
    534374648336
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Questions about L25 CTN

Does L25 CTN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 CTN is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 CTN?
The MOT on L25 CTN is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 CTN done?
L25 CTN was recorded at 89,938 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 3,388 miles a year.
Has L25 CTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 CTN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 CTN 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 L25 CTN find?
L25 CTN passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil residue on engine; surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

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