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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,521 cc

L7 STNMOT history

L7 STN is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 101,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

L7 STN red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2026
Mileage
101,766 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 STN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 STN was last recorded at 101,766 miles on 13 May 2025, 1,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,101 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,665 miles
Average per year
5,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,766 miles
  • 2024 – 100,101 miles
  • 2023 – 93,027 miles
  • 2021 – 86,732 miles
  • 2020 – 81,027 miles
  • 2019 – 74,108 miles
  • 2018 – 65,730 miles
  • 2017 – 55,156 miles
  • 2016 – 44,189 miles
  • 2014 – 39,415 miles
  • 2013 – 35,489 miles
  • 2012 – 31,551 miles
  • 2011 – 27,147 miles
  • 2010 – 23,931 miles
  • 2009 – 18,871 miles
  • 2008 – 14,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,766 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,766 miles (+1,665)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,766 miles
    Test number
    204267453133
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass100,101 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,101 miles
    Test number
    927216329520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded

  3. Fail100,101 miles (+7,074)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,101 miles
    Test number
    955677257977
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor pan corroded

  4. Pass93,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,027 miles
    Test number
    453904437700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,027 miles (+6,295)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,027 miles
    Test number
    368799187790
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass86,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    86,732 miles
    Test number
    319036233066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded

  7. Fail86,732 miles (+5,705)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,732 miles
    Test number
    653955546026
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded

  8. Pass81,027 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,027 miles
    Test number
    807678262866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,108 miles (+8,378)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    189923609023
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,730 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    815744386583
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp has some lamps not illuminated but less than 50%
    • AdvisoryFront Registration Plate incorrectly positioned (sticker)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper section slightly insecure but not likely to become detatched
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side covers fitted obscuring some under side components

  11. Fail65,730 miles (+10,574)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    227113724553
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp has some lamps not illuminated but less than 50%
    • AdvisoryFront Registration Plate incorrectly positioned (sticker)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper section slightly insecure but not likely to become detatched
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side covers fitted obscuring some under side components

  12. Pass55,156 miles (+10,967)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,156 miles
    Test number
    428549384784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,189 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    745988524149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,115 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,115 miles
    Test number
    978448550305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail42,114 miles (+2,699)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    771732730948
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail39,415 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    217661634369
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass39,415 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    638251334375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,489 miles (+3,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    486431233413
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Pass31,551 miles (+4,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,551 miles
    Test number
    488942032422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail27,147 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,147 miles
    Test number
    148000431319
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass27,147 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,147 miles
    Test number
    256780031341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,931 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,931 miles
    Test number
    603420930302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,871 miles (+4,526)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,871 miles
    Test number
    880771339301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    14,345 miles
    Test number
    262580438370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 STN

Does L7 STN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 STN expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 STN?
The MOT on L7 STN expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 STN done?
L7 STN was recorded at 101,766 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 5,310 miles a year.
Has L7 STN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 STN has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 STN 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 L7 STN find?
L7 STN passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 5 more.

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