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Ford Focus

Bronze · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

L5 OYOMOT history

L5 OYO is a bronze diesel Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 2011. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 95,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2025.

L5 OYO bronze Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2026
Mileage
95,403 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 OYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 OYO was last recorded at 95,403 miles on 11 Mar 2025, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,361 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
6,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,403 miles
  • 2023 – 88,332 miles
  • 2022 – 77,571 miles
  • 2021 – 67,564 miles
  • 2020 – 65,997 miles
  • 2019 – 62,449 miles
  • 2018 – 54,412 miles
  • 2017 – 48,137 miles
  • 2016 – 41,051 miles
  • 2015 – 33,964 miles
  • 2014 – 25,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,403 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,403 miles (+42)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,403 miles
    Test number
    646214362640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail95,361 miles (+66)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    989379424986
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Fail95,295 miles (+6,963)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,295 miles
    Test number
    291519998739
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass88,332 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    438543106219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,292 miles (+10,721)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    259398845674
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet will not open (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on 3mm tread and slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner & outer edges and on 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass77,571 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,571 miles
    Test number
    556298062957
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySMELL OF DIESEL IN ENGINE BAY.
  7. Fail77,569 miles (+10,005)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,569 miles
    Test number
    584874405302
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached BOTH FRONTS. (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH REARS. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySMELL OF DIESEL IN ENGINE BAY.
  8. Pass67,564 miles (+113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    802056559714
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrivers Window not aligned
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail67,451 miles (+1,454)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,451 miles
    Test number
    987111163803
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected wire from dpf exhaust (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass65,997 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,997 miles
    Test number
    338651332824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,949 miles (+3,500)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,949 miles
    Test number
    364592573466
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass62,449 miles (+8,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,449 miles
    Test number
    602109110486
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass54,412 miles (+6,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    291363654465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  14. Pass48,137 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,137 miles
    Test number
    184565049150
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both front track arms inner rear bushes (2.5.B.2b)
  15. Fail48,136 miles (+7,085)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,136 miles
    Test number
    994776818441
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner tredas
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Near Limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has splitting in inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TREAD NEAR LIMIT, worn BADLY on inner treads, heavy damage to outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both front track arms inner rear bushes (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts inner surfaces stepped/worn (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass41,051 miles (+7,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,051 miles
    Test number
    743914987992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass33,964 miles (+8,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,964 miles
    Test number
    799827675099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,275 miles
    Test number
    997257374041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 OYO

Does L5 OYO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 OYO expired on 10 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 OYO?
The MOT on L5 OYO expired on 10 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 OYO done?
L5 OYO was recorded at 95,403 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2025, an average of 6,386 miles a year.
Has L5 OYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 OYO has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 OYO 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 L5 OYO find?
L5 OYO passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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