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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

L40 GDMMOT history

L40 GDM is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 161,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L40 GDM black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
161,352 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 GDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 GDM was last recorded at 161,352 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,352 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,352 miles
  • 2025 – 156,039 miles
  • 2024 – 149,927 miles
  • 2023 – 143,624 miles
  • 2022 – 136,105 miles
  • 2021 – 130,483 miles
  • 2020 – 126,054 miles
  • 2019 – 122,019 miles
  • 2018 – 115,300 miles
  • 2017 – 107,549 miles
  • 2016 – 102,774 miles
  • 2015 – 97,121 miles
  • 2014 – 87,607 miles
  • 2013 – 75,363 miles
  • 2012 – 61,339 miles
  • 2011 – 58,016 miles
  • 2010 – 47,214 miles
  • 2009 – 40,485 miles
  • 2008 – 33,228 miles
  • 2007 – 28,580 miles
  • 2006 – 24,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,352 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

36 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,352 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    161,352 miles
    Test number
    201964376934
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail161,352 miles (+5,313)13 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,352 miles
    Test number
    577801641410
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,039 miles (+6,112)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    156,039 miles
    Test number
    827493398162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    149,927 miles
    Test number
    362355009568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail149,927 miles (+6,303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,927 miles
    Test number
    355111523929
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,624 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    143,624 miles
    Test number
    338008053927
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear exhaused shield insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail143,624 miles (+74)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,624 miles
    Test number
    415652342143
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaused shield insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail143,550 miles (+7,445)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,550 miles
    Test number
    631433720412
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side tyre inner shoulder wearing smooth, replace ASAP!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre inner shoulder wearing uneven and has cut plus outer shoulder cracking or perishing, replace ASAP!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust shield insecure.
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket (7 pin) not functioning at all
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both side lower outer under sill corrosion!! (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass136,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,105 miles
    Test number
    703061212664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,105 miles (+5,622)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,105 miles
    Test number
    990094630459
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass130,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    554229065550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,483 miles (+4,429)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    383977410017
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass126,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,054 miles
    Test number
    468433723899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail126,054 miles (+4,035)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,054 miles
    Test number
    174405013885
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass122,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,019 miles
    Test number
    360295685819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,019 miles (+6,719)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,019 miles
    Test number
    910773226355
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass115,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,300 miles
    Test number
    133067305923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,300 miles (+7,751)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,300 miles
    Test number
    759813569739
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  19. Pass107,549 miles (+4,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,549 miles
    Test number
    146605177632
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear lights tented but not excessively.

  20. Pass102,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    102,774 miles
    Test number
    842365757407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Fail102,774 miles (+5,653)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,774 miles
    Test number
    416986107451
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass97,121 miles (+130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    97,121 miles
    Test number
    914538714811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail96,991 miles (+9,384)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,991 miles
    Test number
    814034450126
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight noise
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Fail87,607 miles4 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,607 miles
    Test number
    268128264298
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight noise from both rear wheel bearings

  25. Pass87,607 miles (+12,244)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    87,607 miles
    Test number
    876698664279
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight noise from both rear wheel bearings

  26. Pass75,363 miles (+14,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,363 miles
    Test number
    868222463281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass61,339 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,339 miles
    Test number
    349452372247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,016 miles
    Test number
    598300241341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail58,016 miles (+2,786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,016 miles
    Test number
    405809731337
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  30. Pass55,230 miles (+8,016)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,230 miles
    Test number
    907270781012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,214 miles (+6,729)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,214 miles
    Test number
    494970060030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,485 miles (+7,257)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,485 miles
    Test number
    683659379064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass33,228 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,228 miles
    Test number
    124527978049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail33,035 miles (+4,455)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,035 miles
    Test number
    343500578076
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s door mirror slightly loose
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  35. Pass28,580 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,580 miles
    Test number
    374865387094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass24,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,033 miles
    Test number
    211849786046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 GDM

Does L40 GDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 GDM is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 GDM?
The MOT on L40 GDM 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 L40 GDM done?
L40 GDM was recorded at 161,352 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,699 miles a year.
Has L40 GDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 GDM has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 GDM 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 L40 GDM find?
L40 GDM passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear fuel pipe/s corroded, and 1 more.

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