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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

L55 NDUMOT history

L55 NDU is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 26 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 152,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L55 NDU black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,542 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 NDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
26 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 NDU was last recorded at 152,542 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,542 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,542 miles
  • 2025 – 147,213 miles
  • 2024 – 140,400 miles
  • 2023 – 133,267 miles
  • 2022 – 127,180 miles
  • 2021 – 119,160 miles
  • 2020 – 113,644 miles
  • 2019 – 108,437 miles
  • 2018 – 102,107 miles
  • 2017 – 96,924 miles
  • 2016 – 88,967 miles
  • 2015 – 71,517 miles
  • 2014 – 53,860 miles
  • 2013 – 33,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,542 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderneath age related rust to suspension arms , sub frames , sills etcRecorded 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,542 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    152,542 miles
    Test number
    760115400499
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath age related rust to suspension arms , sub frames , sills etc

  2. Fail152,542 miles (+5,329)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,542 miles
    Test number
    722068064779
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath age related rust to suspension arms , sub frames , sills etc

  3. Pass147,213 miles (+6,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,213 miles
    Test number
    133584184328
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone inner back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,400 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,400 miles
    Test number
    950356422725
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail140,399 miles (+7,132)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,399 miles
    Test number
    451680434458
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,267 miles (+6,087)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,267 miles
    Test number
    866175290749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,180 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,180 miles
    Test number
    291538816786
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail127,169 miles (+8,009)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,169 miles
    Test number
    155820214868
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  9. Pass119,160 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,160 miles
    Test number
    258042849921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,098 miles (+5,454)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,098 miles
    Test number
    668775436369
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides wishbone back bushes marked red x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  11. Pass113,644 miles (+5,207)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    113,644 miles
    Test number
    393802632828
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner back marked as yellow x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 and nailed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and near sides rear x2

  12. Pass108,437 miles (+6,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,437 miles
    Test number
    822786156539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass102,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,107 miles
    Test number
    299792890238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,107 miles (+5,183)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,107 miles
    Test number
    665532852354
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass96,924 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    155727532614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside stop lamp showing lighter red than nearside

  16. Fail96,923 miles (+7,956)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,923 miles
    Test number
    333879655267
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light shows white light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass88,967 miles (+17,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,967 miles
    Test number
    202555110270
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass71,517 miles (+17,657)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,517 miles
    Test number
    147901995186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,860 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,860 miles
    Test number
    535932804210
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has fat spot/ bulge

  20. Fail53,860 miles (+20,434)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,860 miles
    Test number
    648832404263
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has fat spot/ bulge

  21. Pass33,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,426 miles
    Test number
    225097023105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 NDU

Does L55 NDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 NDU is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 NDU?
The MOT on L55 NDU is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 NDU done?
L55 NDU was recorded at 152,542 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 9,068 miles a year.
Has L55 NDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 NDU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 NDU 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 L55 NDU find?
L55 NDU passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone inner back bush; oil leak, but not excessive; underneath age related rust to suspension arms , sub frames , sills etc.

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