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Ford Focus

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,999 cc

L5 XSTMOT history

L5 XST is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 86,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L5 XST white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,209 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XST was last recorded at 86,209 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 5,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,294 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,915 miles
Average per year
9,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,209 miles
  • 2025 – 80,294 miles
  • 2024 – 73,004 miles
  • 2023 – 61,276 miles
  • 2022 – 49,055 miles
  • 2021 – 38,804 miles
  • 2019 – 26,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,209 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under trays fitted under neath vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,209 miles (+5,915)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,209 miles
    Test number
    127397324673
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,294 miles (+7,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,294 miles
    Test number
    818941562374
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,004 miles (+11,728)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    596512499158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,276 miles
    Test number
    374965661722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail61,276 miles (+12,221)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,276 miles
    Test number
    499842536901
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass49,055 miles (+153)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,055 miles
    Test number
    297617535553
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail48,902 miles (+10,098)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,902 miles
    Test number
    879835134644
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass38,804 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    38,804 miles
    Test number
    456849483830
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted under neath vehicle

  9. Fail38,780 miles (+12,266)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,780 miles
    Test number
    898308120243
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted under neath vehicle

  10. Pass26,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,514 miles
    Test number
    281606260485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail26,504 miles1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,504 miles
    Test number
    236991570783
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Questions about L5 XST

Does L5 XST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XST is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XST?
The MOT on L5 XST is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 XST done?
L5 XST was recorded at 86,209 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 9,098 miles a year.
Has L5 XST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XST has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 XST 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 XST find?
L5 XST passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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