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Ford Focus

White · Petrol · 2013 · 998 cc

L3 DBUMOT history

L3 DBU is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 77,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

L3 DBU white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
77,045 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 DBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 DBU was last recorded at 77,045 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 5,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,754 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,291 miles
Average per year
6,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,045 miles
  • 2025 – 71,754 miles
  • 2024 – 64,153 miles
  • 2023 – 60,960 miles
  • 2022 – 58,096 miles
  • 2021 – 55,130 miles
  • 2020 – 52,369 miles
  • 2019 – 43,834 miles
  • 2018 – 33,142 miles
  • 2017 – 24,016 miles
  • 2016 – 16,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,045 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,045 miles (+5,291)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    373826114865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    71,754 miles
    Test number
    731701840739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,754 miles (+7,601)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,754 miles
    Test number
    693937276190
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass64,153 miles (+3,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    64,153 miles
    Test number
    737154995411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo water in header tank

  5. Pass60,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    60,960 miles
    Test number
    198649138362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail60,959 miles (+2,863)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,959 miles
    Test number
    783344250653
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass58,096 miles (+2,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    58,096 miles
    Test number
    295364428982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass55,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,130 miles
    Test number
    571273963087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,126 miles (+2,757)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,126 miles
    Test number
    808392626675
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass52,369 miles (+8,535)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    743573852149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    400832420993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,834 miles (+10,692)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    688636380482
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant empty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass33,142 miles (+9,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    33,142 miles
    Test number
    705784752852
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass24,016 miles (+7,588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,016 miles
    Test number
    883016923480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail it edge of tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass16,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    16,428 miles
    Test number
    265992353756
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

Questions about L3 DBU

Does L3 DBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 DBU is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 DBU?
The MOT on L3 DBU is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 DBU done?
L3 DBU was recorded at 77,045 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,064 miles a year.
Has L3 DBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 DBU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 DBU 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 L3 DBU find?
L3 DBU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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