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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

L26 SDGMOT history

L26 SDG is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

L26 SDG black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
117,459 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SDG was last recorded at 117,459 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,448 miles · 17 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
7,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,459 miles
  • 2022 – 103,645 miles
  • 2021 – 88,792 miles
  • 2020 – 81,527 miles
  • 2019 – 79,694 miles
  • 2018 – 77,371 miles
  • 2017 – 72,502 miles
  • 2016 – 67,160 miles
  • 2014 – 48,767 miles
  • 2013 – 42,121 miles
  • 2012 – 35,934 miles
  • 2011 – 28,811 miles
  • 2010 – 23,169 miles
  • 2009 – 17,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,459 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Oil leak Driveshaft seal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Battery warning light illuminated on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Steering system slightly tight Strut bearing (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,459 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,459 miles
    Test number
    589089306905
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail117,448 miles (+13,803)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,448 miles
    Test number
    866951628148
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel insecure wing corroded at the base internals not secure base flapping. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flickering on and off (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,645 miles (+14,853)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,645 miles
    Test number
    986213082650
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,792 miles (+7,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    620199312098
    • AdvisoryArea axle and sub frame covered in oil and grease at time of test

  5. Pass81,527 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,527 miles
    Test number
    365535006016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,694 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,694 miles
    Test number
    744966834704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,371 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    439169641342
    • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly tight Strut top (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak Driveshaft seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on inner edge. 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRadiator mounting bracket damaged

  8. Fail77,371 miles (+4,869)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    384148764166
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly tight Strut top (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak Driveshaft seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on inner edge. 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRadiator mounting bracket damaged

  9. Pass72,502 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    356829939875
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly tight Strut bearing (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak Driveshaft seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  10. Fail72,502 miles (+5,342)8 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    754892276804
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly tight Strut bearing (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak Driveshaft seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, and wearing on edges. 2005/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass67,160 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,160 miles
    Test number
    622309200053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nail in front tyre .

  12. Fail67,122 miles (+18,355)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    358040148405
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear of middle box leaking ,slightly . (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nail in tyre

  13. Pass48,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,767 miles
    Test number
    516491294050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,767 miles (+6,646)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,767 miles
    Test number
    907380094080
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,121 miles
    Test number
    129201363025
    • NoteCrack in windscreen

  16. Fail42,121 miles (+6,187)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,121 miles
    Test number
    146601363482
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass35,934 miles (+7,123)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,934 miles
    Test number
    456880762008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,811 miles (+5,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,811 miles
    Test number
    355333861012
    • NoteFront tyres getting low on tread

  19. Pass23,169 miles (+6,153)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,169 miles
    Test number
    750984160097
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  20. Pass17,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,016 miles
    Test number
    812125459014
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about L26 SDG

Does L26 SDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L26 SDG expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L26 SDG?
The MOT on L26 SDG expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L26 SDG done?
L26 SDG was recorded at 117,459 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 7,102 miles a year.
Has L26 SDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SDG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L26 SDG 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 SDG find?
L26 SDG passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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