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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 2,521 cc

L26 DMPMOT history

L26 DMP is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2026.

L26 DMP black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,589 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 DMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 DMP was last recorded at 96,589 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,585 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,589 miles
  • 2025 – 91,086 miles
  • 2024 – 85,814 miles
  • 2023 – 78,071 miles
  • 2022 – 72,102 miles
  • 2021 – 65,044 miles
  • 2020 – 58,498 miles
  • 2019 – 53,742 miles
  • 2018 – 47,330 miles
  • 2017 – 40,398 miles
  • 2016 – 35,133 miles
  • 2015 – 30,934 miles
  • 2013 – 23,083 miles
  • 2012 – 17,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,589 miles
  • AdvisoryRear axle and suspension components corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,589 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    135810718677
    • AdvisoryRear axle and suspension components corroded.
  2. Fail96,585 miles (+5,499)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,585 miles
    Test number
    400073823700
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and suspension components corroded.
  3. Pass91,086 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    91,086 miles
    Test number
    921766994768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,814 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    709211427263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Fail85,814 miles (+7,743)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    917616946274
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass78,071 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    129109912165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,102 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    723388947191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    109800075714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,053 miles (+7,009)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    805076483269
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass65,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    415107688930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,044 miles (+6,546)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    685778973259
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass58,498 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    562150584635
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking {both} (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass53,742 miles (+6,412)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,742 miles
    Test number
    864443524233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,330 miles (+6,932)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,330 miles
    Test number
    547979591143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,398 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    40,398 miles
    Test number
    960331778619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,133 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    35,133 miles
    Test number
    144294224653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,934 miles (+4,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    30,934 miles
    Test number
    243663975720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass26,752 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,752 miles
    Test number
    498542405092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,083 miles (+5,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    23,083 miles
    Test number
    725144453313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass17,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,234 miles
    Test number
    818997522214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 DMP

Does L26 DMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 DMP is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 DMP?
The MOT on L26 DMP is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 DMP done?
L26 DMP was recorded at 96,589 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 5,618 miles a year.
Has L26 DMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 DMP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 DMP 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 DMP find?
L26 DMP passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear axle and suspension components corroded..

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