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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

L40 KLHMOT history

L40 KLH is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L40 KLH blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
126,892 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 KLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 KLH was last recorded at 126,892 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 4,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,687 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,205 miles
Average per year
7,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,892 miles
  • 2025 – 122,687 miles
  • 2024 – 118,680 miles
  • 2023 – 114,324 miles
  • 2022 – 110,640 miles
  • 2021 – 105,330 miles
  • 2020 – 90,939 miles
  • 2019 – 81,447 miles
  • 2018 – 72,118 miles
  • 2017 – 61,892 miles
  • 2016 – 56,208 miles
  • 2015 – 47,564 miles
  • 2014 – 38,733 miles
  • 2013 – 29,854 miles
  • 2012 – 21,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,892 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine x under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,892 miles (+4,205)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    126,892 miles
    Test number
    787503119360
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass122,687 miles (+4,007)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,687 miles
    Test number
    173535247913
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted

  3. Pass118,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,680 miles
    Test number
    478350235555
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail118,680 miles (+4,356)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,680 miles
    Test number
    754808458450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,324 miles
    Test number
    135698507855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,324 miles (+3,684)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,324 miles
    Test number
    980783028357
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass110,640 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,640 miles
    Test number
    862416609082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,330 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,330 miles
    Test number
    930910940094
    • AdvisoryBonnet releases using a screwdriver.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C68771 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail105,330 miles (+14,391)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,330 miles
    Test number
    129215922685
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet releases using a screwdriver.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C68771 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass90,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,939 miles
    Test number
    437641527409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,936 miles (+9,489)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,936 miles
    Test number
    300015928437
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass81,447 miles (+9,329)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    480309637198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,118 miles
    Test number
    821423868239
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers fitted

  14. Fail72,118 miles (+10,226)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,118 miles
    Test number
    352589242875
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers fitted

  15. Pass61,892 miles (+5,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,892 miles
    Test number
    384103289013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE IS DOWN TO 2MM ON INNER PART OF TYRE

  16. Pass56,208 miles (+8,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,208 miles
    Test number
    283894499174
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  17. Pass47,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    896124360931
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail47,564 miles (+8,831)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    655243842775
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass38,733 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,733 miles
    Test number
    399449334217
    • NoteFront wiper blades abit smeary

  20. Fail38,733 miles (+8,879)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,733 miles
    Test number
    437479334297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront wiper blades abit smeary

  21. Pass29,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    109986843262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,854 miles (+8,610)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    685296843203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass21,244 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,244 miles
    Test number
    985350052238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/f outer sidewall slighty damaged
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut down to cords

Questions about L40 KLH

Does L40 KLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 KLH is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 KLH?
The MOT on L40 KLH is valid until 11 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 KLH done?
L40 KLH was recorded at 126,892 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 7,551 miles a year.
Has L40 KLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 KLH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 KLH 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 KLH find?
L40 KLH passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; all rear suspension components corroded; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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