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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

L3 FGBMOT history

L3 FGB is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

L3 FGB silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,197 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 FGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 FGB was last recorded at 126,197 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 13,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,860 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,337 miles
Average per year
7,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,197 miles
  • 2025 – 112,860 miles
  • 2024 – 106,104 miles
  • 2023 – 99,309 miles
  • 2022 – 90,621 miles
  • 2021 – 84,287 miles
  • 2020 – 77,058 miles
  • 2019 – 71,907 miles
  • 2018 – 65,109 miles
  • 2017 – 56,429 miles
  • 2016 – 47,816 miles
  • 2015 – 38,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,197 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,197 miles (+13,337)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,197 miles
    Test number
    168455001459
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass112,860 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    154791462241
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail112,860 miles (+6,756)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    219240960065
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass106,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    106,104 miles
    Test number
    931246899894
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail106,104 miles (+6,795)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,104 miles
    Test number
    923729096799
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass99,309 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,309 miles
    Test number
    847478848565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,621 miles (+6,334)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,621 miles
    Test number
    117761272530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,287 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,287 miles
    Test number
    840826035253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail84,259 miles (+7,201)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,259 miles
    Test number
    849418203065
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass77,058 miles (+223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,058 miles
    Test number
    182963534740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  11. Fail76,835 miles (+4,928)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,835 miles
    Test number
    269237365805
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass71,907 miles (+6,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,907 miles
    Test number
    948413621068
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing At Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass65,109 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,109 miles
    Test number
    345585793885
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail65,106 miles (+8,677)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    429979268987
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass56,429 miles (+8,613)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    273965304171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,816 miles (+8,958)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,816 miles
    Test number
    233844835028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,858 miles
    Test number
    943519760718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 FGB

Does L3 FGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 FGB is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 FGB?
The MOT on L3 FGB is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 FGB done?
L3 FGB was recorded at 126,197 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,969 miles a year.
Has L3 FGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 FGB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 FGB 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 FGB find?
L3 FGB passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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