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Ford Focus

White · Petrol · 2014 · 998 cc

L40 LJHMOT history

L40 LJH is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 61,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

L40 LJH white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
61,177 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 LJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 LJH was last recorded at 61,177 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,176 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,177 miles
  • 2025 – 58,463 miles
  • 2024 – 55,036 miles
  • 2023 – 51,102 miles
  • 2022 – 47,656 miles
  • 2021 – 41,335 miles
  • 2020 – 35,438 miles
  • 2019 – 29,335 miles
  • 2018 – 25,030 miles
  • 2017 – 24,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,177 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test Large mascot removed off mirror and large mascot removed from dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,177 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    61,177 miles
    Test number
    993816905903
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail61,176 miles (+2,713)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,176 miles
    Test number
    184606787175
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass58,463 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,463 miles
    Test number
    222796792925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Large mascot removed off mirror and large mascot removed from dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail58,461 miles (+3,425)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,461 miles
    Test number
    856513291020
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Large mascot removed off mirror and large mascot removed from dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass55,036 miles (+3,934)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    55,036 miles
    Test number
    241293783522
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Large mascot on mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass51,102 miles (+3,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,102 miles
    Test number
    468866734372
    • 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))
  7. Pass47,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,656 miles
    Test number
    963517282744
    • 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. Fail47,656 miles (+6,321)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,656 miles
    Test number
    706284027949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  9. Pass41,335 miles (+5,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    842207053472
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracked at both shoulders ,no ply or cords showing at the time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass35,438 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,438 miles
    Test number
    693958615633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,784 miles (+4,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    33,784 miles
    Test number
    239093182423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass29,335 miles (+4,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    406607126019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass25,030 miles (+835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,030 miles
    Test number
    417665907214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    24,195 miles
    Test number
    430270177124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 LJH

Does L40 LJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 LJH is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 LJH?
The MOT on L40 LJH is valid until 25 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 LJH done?
L40 LJH was recorded at 61,177 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,205 miles a year.
Has L40 LJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 LJH has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 LJH 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 LJH find?
L40 LJH passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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