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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

L7 BCFMOT history

L7 BCF is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

L7 BCF silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
180,378 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 BCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 BCF was last recorded at 180,378 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2010: 39,194 miles, lower than 68,523 miles on 21 May 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,417 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
961 miles
Average per year
7,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,378 miles
  • 2023 – 179,417 miles
  • 2022 – 174,108 miles
  • 2021 – 168,790 miles
  • 2020 – 160,265 miles
  • 2019 – 151,227 miles
  • 2018 – 143,440 miles
  • 2017 – 135,549 miles
  • 2016 – 118,635 miles
  • 2015 – 111,908 miles
  • 2014 – 103,279 miles
  • 2013 – 99,563 miles
  • 2012 – 93,632 miles
  • 2011 – 87,193 miles
  • 2010 – 39,194 miles
  • 2009 – 68,523 miles
  • 2008 – 57,634 miles
  • 2006 – 40,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,378 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Clutch pipe corroded beside gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,378 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    180,378 miles
    Test number
    300081321749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass179,417 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    179,417 miles
    Test number
    911397846738
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded beside gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All mounting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides trailing arm mounting sill back panel corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail179,417 miles (+5,309)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,417 miles
    Test number
    970042690894
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded beside gearbox
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All mounting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides trailing arm mounting sill back panel corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass174,108 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    174,108 miles
    Test number
    884315633946
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nsf and osf (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded

  5. Fail174,108 miles (+5,318)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,108 miles
    Test number
    143519784505
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded

  6. Pass168,790 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,790 miles
    Test number
    305791460388
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective above rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear panel holed

  7. Fail168,790 miles (+8,525)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,790 miles
    Test number
    753795453228
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective above rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear panel holed

  8. Pass160,265 miles (+9,038)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    160,265 miles
    Test number
    702923572238
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass151,227 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,227 miles
    Test number
    509124189005
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack.

  10. Fail151,221 miles (+7,781)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,221 miles
    Test number
    980993923394
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack.

  11. Pass143,440 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    143,440 miles
    Test number
    449205526371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,437 miles (+7,888)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,437 miles
    Test number
    213043658761
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded x2 front to rear . (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass135,549 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    135,549 miles
    Test number
    477631343574
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main in clips (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex deteriorating (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens faded/beam image poor (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryA rear exhaust mounting bracket broken

  14. Fail135,549 miles (+16,914)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,549 miles
    Test number
    942183033311
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported e.c.u in drivers footwell (1.9.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main in clips (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex deteriorating (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens faded/beam image poor (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryA rear exhaust mounting bracket broken

  15. Pass118,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,635 miles
    Test number
    549285475858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail118,635 miles (+6,727)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,635 miles
    Test number
    250351857121
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass111,908 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,908 miles
    Test number
    671098618158
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  18. Fail111,908 miles (+8,629)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,908 miles
    Test number
    445003739711
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  19. Pass103,279 miles (+3,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,279 miles
    Test number
    376964174225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass99,563 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,563 miles
    Test number
    325606493244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Fail99,562 miles (+5,930)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,562 miles
    Test number
    285586893279
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  22. Pass93,632 miles (+6,439)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,632 miles
    Test number
    177095812260
    • NoteBrake drag to o/s/f
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust heat sheild insecure

  23. Pass87,193 miles (+47,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,193 miles
    Test number
    125814511204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,194 miles (-29,329)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,194 miles
    Test number
    261594740136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,523 miles (+10,889)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,523 miles
    Test number
    242941149442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,634 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    654540158121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,563 miles (+17,220)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,563 miles
    Test number
    962854848143
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass40,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,343 miles
    Test number
    830929196210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 BCF

Does L7 BCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 BCF is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 BCF?
The MOT on L7 BCF is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 BCF done?
L7 BCF was recorded at 180,378 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 7,102 miles a year.
Has L7 BCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 BCF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 BCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L7 BCF find?
L7 BCF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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