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Ford Focus

Orange · Petrol · 2007 · 2,521 cc

L5 PHHMOT history

L5 PHH is an orange petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 93,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2023.

L5 PHH orange Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2023
Mileage
93,461 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 PHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L5 PHH was last recorded at 93,461 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 1,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,131 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,330 miles
Average per year
6,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,461 miles
  • 2022 – 92,131 miles
  • 2020 – 90,101 miles
  • 2019 – 88,044 miles
  • 2018 – 86,231 miles
  • 2017 – 79,241 miles
  • 2016 – 71,663 miles
  • 2015 – 64,034 miles
  • 2014 – 55,648 miles
  • 2013 – 46,133 miles
  • 2012 – 35,534 miles
  • 2011 – 27,276 miles
  • 2010 – 18,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,461 miles
  • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEmissions not tested CAT MISSING (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Both front top strut mounts are slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust brackets at front are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Plastic covers are hiding front subframe and sils making it difficult to inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,461 miles (+1,330)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,461 miles
    Test number
    281145593662
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested CAT MISSING (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass92,131 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,131 miles
    Test number
    130394297466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail92,131 miles (+2,030)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,131 miles
    Test number
    163107877262
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass90,101 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,101 miles
    Test number
    571518948699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,044 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,044 miles
    Test number
    732710308380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,231 miles (+6,990)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,231 miles
    Test number
    343877322605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,241 miles (+7,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,241 miles
    Test number
    748494578417
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are close to the legal limit
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sils are corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded but not seriously weakened and still secure
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes are corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryTraction control lamp is on

  8. Pass71,663 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,663 miles
    Test number
    174615008114
    • AdvisoryBoth front top strut mounts are slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets at front are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers are hiding front subframe and sils making it difficult to inspect

  9. Fail71,662 miles (+7,628)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    838996427127
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle Brake imbalance of 56% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front top strut mounts are slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets at front are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers are hiding front subframe and sils making it difficult to inspect

  10. Pass64,034 miles (+8,386)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,034 miles
    Test number
    667983879311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,648 miles (+9,515)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,648 miles
    Test number
    288533474226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,133 miles
    Test number
    319243073446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,133 miles (+10,599)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,133 miles
    Test number
    765031873206
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  14. Pass35,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,534 miles
    Test number
    859518242279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,534 miles (+8,258)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,534 miles
    Test number
    477687342279
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass27,276 miles (+8,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,276 miles
    Test number
    386520051448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass18,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,604 miles
    Test number
    710492870271
    • 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 L5 PHH

Does L5 PHH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 PHH expired on 23 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 PHH?
The MOT on L5 PHH expired on 23 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 PHH done?
L5 PHH was recorded at 93,461 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023, an average of 6,076 miles a year.
Has L5 PHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 PHH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 PHH 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 PHH find?
L5 PHH failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 2 advisories: brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50%; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 11 more.

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