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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

L40 UDGMOT history

L40 UDG is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

L40 UDG grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
121,023 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 UDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 UDG was last recorded at 121,023 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 1,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,972 miles · 4 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,051 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,023 miles
  • 2024 – 119,972 miles
  • 2022 – 119,424 miles
  • 2021 – 119,009 miles
  • 2020 – 117,021 miles
  • 2019 – 114,012 miles
  • 2018 – 108,139 miles
  • 2017 – 105,159 miles
  • 2016 – 103,870 miles
  • 2015 – 90,565 miles
  • 2014 – 84,880 miles
  • 2013 – 77,080 miles
  • 2012 – 69,508 miles
  • 2011 – 59,322 miles
  • 2010 – 48,120 miles
  • 2009 – 34,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,023 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (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.

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,023 miles (+1,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,023 miles
    Test number
    413641905700
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass119,972 miles (+548)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    119,972 miles
    Test number
    960139739638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,424 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    903789689311
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Fail119,424 miles (+415)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    848530440143
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate inscription illegible Front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass119,009 miles (+1,988)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    119,009 miles
    Test number
    290216897888
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,021 miles (+3,009)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,021 miles
    Test number
    280695893691
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass114,012 miles (+5,873)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,012 miles
    Test number
    148890645252
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass108,139 miles (+2,980)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,139 miles
    Test number
    330306690660
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass105,159 miles (+1,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,159 miles
    Test number
    213698161531
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass103,870 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,870 miles
    Test number
    979084494790
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail103,869 miles (+1,813)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,869 miles
    Test number
    768085581794
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass102,056 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,056 miles
    Test number
    657728011458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,053 miles (+11,488)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,053 miles
    Test number
    913571319113
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre puncher

  14. Pass90,565 miles (+5,685)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,565 miles
    Test number
    175670395494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,880 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,880 miles
    Test number
    999893874048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap broken

  16. Fail84,880 miles (+7,800)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,880 miles
    Test number
    455431174040
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap broken

  17. Pass77,080 miles (+7,572)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,080 miles
    Test number
    817654683064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,508 miles (+10,186)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,508 miles
    Test number
    625656182070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,322 miles (+11,202)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,322 miles
    Test number
    185071101174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,120 miles (+13,156)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,120 miles
    Test number
    222146900411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    34,964 miles
    Test number
    270866809149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 UDG

Does L40 UDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 UDG is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 UDG?
The MOT on L40 UDG is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 UDG done?
L40 UDG was recorded at 121,023 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has L40 UDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 UDG has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 UDG 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 UDG find?
L40 UDG passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both.

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