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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

L4 HJAMOT history

L4 HJA is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2025.

L4 HJA black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
54,833 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 HJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 HJA was last recorded at 54,833 miles on 10 Mar 2025, 644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,189 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
644 miles
Average per year
3,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,833 miles
  • 2024 – 54,189 miles
  • 2023 – 53,132 miles
  • 2022 – 51,928 miles
  • 2021 – 50,171 miles
  • 2020 – 47,651 miles
  • 2019 – 44,490 miles
  • 2018 – 40,681 miles
  • 2017 – 39,377 miles
  • 2016 – 32,867 miles
  • 2014 – 24,761 miles
  • 2013 – 19,010 miles
  • 2012 – 14,308 miles
  • 2011 – 11,775 miles
  • 2010 – 8,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,833 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,833 miles (+644)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    250449119373
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass54,189 miles (+21)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    361058204940
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail54,168 miles (+1,036)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,168 miles
    Test number
    721717183922
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass53,132 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,132 miles
    Test number
    506539665443
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail53,129 miles (+1,201)2 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,129 miles
    Test number
    145925191544
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2017 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass51,928 miles (+1,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,928 miles
    Test number
    183370354589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass50,171 miles (+2,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    50,171 miles
    Test number
    655311620067
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge

  8. Pass47,651 miles (+3,161)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    47,651 miles
    Test number
    760216792510
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear mount broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass44,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,490 miles
    Test number
    151681699840
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on edges

  10. Fail44,489 miles (+3,808)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,489 miles
    Test number
    176501100344
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on edges

  11. Pass40,681 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,681 miles
    Test number
    256314130401
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  12. Fail40,681 miles (+1,304)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,681 miles
    Test number
    373263621142
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Advisory205/50R17
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  13. Pass39,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    39,377 miles
    Test number
    577119724940
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device temporary, fasten securely by positive means

  14. Fail39,377 miles (+6,510)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,377 miles
    Test number
    674982209401
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released All (1.2.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device temporary, fasten securely by positive means

  15. Pass32,867 miles (+8,106)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,867 miles
    Test number
    107102435368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,761 miles (+5,751)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,761 miles
    Test number
    555220554397
    • NoteEmergency petrol cap fitted

  17. Pass19,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,010 miles
    Test number
    467707953314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,010 miles (+4,702)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,010 miles
    Test number
    995007553380
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass14,308 miles (+2,533)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    14,308 miles
    Test number
    586622142365
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  20. Pass11,775 miles (+2,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    11,775 miles
    Test number
    227506341332
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass8,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    8,835 miles
    Test number
    720094940331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 HJA

Does L4 HJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 HJA expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 HJA?
The MOT on L4 HJA expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 HJA done?
L4 HJA was recorded at 54,833 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2025, an average of 3,228 miles a year.
Has L4 HJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 HJA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L4 HJA 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 L4 HJA find?
L4 HJA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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