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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LA51 GXMMOT history

LA51 GXM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 37,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

LA51 GXM green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
37,353 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 GXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 GXM was last recorded at 37,353 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 98 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Sept 2009: 2,193 miles, lower than 55,948 miles on 29 Aug 2008.

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
37,255 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
98 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 37,353 miles
  • 2024 – 32,755 miles
  • 2023 – 30,322 miles
  • 2022 – 29,594 miles
  • 2021 – 29,080 miles
  • 2020 – 28,701 miles
  • 2019 – 27,891 miles
  • 2018 – 26,393 miles
  • 2017 – 24,663 miles
  • 2016 – 21,675 miles
  • 2015 – 18,371 miles
  • 2014 – 16,223 miles
  • 2013 – 14,179 miles
  • 2012 – 11,188 miles
  • 2011 – 8,050 miles
  • 2010 – 5,126 miles
  • 2009 – 2,193 miles
  • 2008 – 55,948 miles
  • 2007 – 47,681 miles
  • 2006 – 39,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,353 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNo reverse lightRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,353 miles (+98)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    37,353 miles
    Test number
    216360336138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  2. Fail37,255 miles (+4,500)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    104963459399
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  3. Pass32,755 miles (+2,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    32,755 miles
    Test number
    815758446938
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass30,322 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    779635731312
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail30,318 miles (+724)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,318 miles
    Test number
    257599640694
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements both sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass29,594 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    29,594 miles
    Test number
    797916978331
    • AdvisoryAir leak vacuum pipe
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on braking and suspension

  7. Fail29,594 miles (+514)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,594 miles
    Test number
    745734432221
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryAir leak vacuum pipe
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on braking and suspension

  8. Pass29,080 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,080 miles
    Test number
    238233979619
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak from inlet manifold breather pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight blow from flexy pipe and centre exhaust

  9. Fail29,080 miles (+379)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,080 miles
    Test number
    298696595115
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak from inlet manifold breather pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight blow from flexy pipe and centre exhaust

  10. Pass28,701 miles (+810)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    28,701 miles
    Test number
    799651655627
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine air leak

  11. Pass27,891 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    345725466936
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail27,891 miles (+1,498)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    259751617326
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass26,393 miles (+1,730)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,393 miles
    Test number
    314354019554
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass24,663 miles (+2,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    24,663 miles
    Test number
    228668169729
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

  15. Pass21,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,675 miles
    Test number
    944805146397
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail21,675 miles (+3,304)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,675 miles
    Test number
    490293439740
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass18,371 miles (+2,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    18,371 miles
    Test number
    968661556521
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

  18. Pass16,223 miles (+2,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,223 miles
    Test number
    528819954287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass14,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,179 miles
    Test number
    289695053245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,179 miles (+2,991)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,179 miles
    Test number
    965105453279
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass11,188 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    11,188 miles
    Test number
    399736052244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    8,050 miles
    Test number
    139816451266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail8,050 miles (+2,924)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,050 miles
    Test number
    218096851291
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  24. Fail5,126 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,126 miles
    Test number
    611722250219
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass5,126 miles (+2,933)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    5,126 miles
    Test number
    854392050291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,193 miles (-53,755)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    2,193 miles
    Test number
    834100159298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass55,948 miles (+8,267)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,948 miles
    Test number
    410032948212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,681 miles
    Test number
    751794777028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,681 miles (+7,894)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,681 miles
    Test number
    341134677059
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass39,787 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,787 miles
    Test number
    473273766032
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread depths low 2.5mm

Questions about LA51 GXM

Does LA51 GXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 GXM expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 GXM?
The MOT on LA51 GXM expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 GXM done?
LA51 GXM was recorded at 37,353 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025.
Has LA51 GXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 GXM has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 GXM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 GXM find?
LA51 GXM passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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