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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,499 cc

L5 XTYMOT history

L5 XTY is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 8 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 126,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

L5 XTY grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,670 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
8 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XTY was last recorded at 126,670 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 24,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,964 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
24,706 miles
Average per year
13,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,670 miles
  • 2025 – 101,964 miles
  • 2024 – 100,204 miles
  • 2023 – 89,395 miles
  • 2022 – 77,191 miles
  • 2021 – 62,561 miles
  • 2019 – 30,936 miles
  • 2018 – 22,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,670 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,670 miles (+24,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,670 miles
    Test number
    874903075298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,964 miles (+1,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,964 miles
    Test number
    714635448127
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass100,204 miles (+10,809)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    100,204 miles
    Test number
    572921509941
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,395 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    808772730671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail89,394 miles (+12,203)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,394 miles
    Test number
    529271139076
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass77,191 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,191 miles
    Test number
    521788803996
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail77,190 miles (+14,629)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,190 miles
    Test number
    909585436016
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,561 miles (+31,625)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    629854360034
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass30,936 miles (+8,246)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,936 miles
    Test number
    445760141776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,690 miles
    Test number
    258447445362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 XTY

Does L5 XTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XTY is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XTY?
The MOT on L5 XTY is valid until 10 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 XTY done?
L5 XTY was recorded at 126,670 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 13,608 miles a year.
Has L5 XTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XTY has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 XTY 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 XTY find?
L5 XTY passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm and smooth on its inner edge, and 2 more.

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