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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,560 cc

L26 AMUMOT history

L26 AMU is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

L26 AMU black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
59,047 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 AMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
29 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 AMU was last recorded at 59,047 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 7,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
51,666 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,381 miles
Average per year
3,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,047 miles
  • 2025 – 51,666 miles
  • 2024 – 51,362 miles
  • 2023 – 48,141 miles
  • 2022 – 44,240 miles
  • 2021 – 40,478 miles
  • 2020 – 37,241 miles
  • 2019 – 34,437 miles
  • 2018 – 31,068 miles
  • 2017 – 26,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    59,047 miles
    Test number
    369977960017
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.

  2. Fail59,047 miles (+7,381)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,047 miles
    Test number
    114976392574
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.

  3. Pass51,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    51,666 miles
    Test number
    459577116128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,662 miles (+300)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,662 miles
    Test number
    152397121269
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass51,362 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    51,362 miles
    Test number
    626561106157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail51,362 miles (+3,221)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,362 miles
    Test number
    310113294310
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass48,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,141 miles
    Test number
    998167619040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail48,141 miles (+3,901)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,141 miles
    Test number
    593518518483
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass44,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,240 miles
    Test number
    527741084413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Fail44,240 miles (+3,762)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,240 miles
    Test number
    796514159986
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass40,478 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    773893748358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,241 miles (+2,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,241 miles
    Test number
    962948242710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on

  13. Pass34,437 miles (+3,369)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    34,437 miles
    Test number
    338717085770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,068 miles (+4,139)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    31,068 miles
    Test number
    896267958260
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass26,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,929 miles
    Test number
    530976941240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 AMU

Does L26 AMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 AMU is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 AMU?
The MOT on L26 AMU is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 AMU done?
L26 AMU was recorded at 59,047 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 3,761 miles a year.
Has L26 AMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 AMU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 AMU 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 L26 AMU find?
L26 AMU passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear wiper blade split..

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