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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LA51 GZSMOT history

LA51 GZS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

LA51 GZS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2022
Mileage
128,067 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 GZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 GZS was last recorded at 128,067 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 7,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,132 miles · 2 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,935 miles
Average per year
6,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,067 miles
  • 2021 – 120,132 miles
  • 2020 – 112,048 miles
  • 2019 – 100,719 miles
  • 2018 – 86,589 miles
  • 2017 – 81,714 miles
  • 2016 – 80,883 miles
  • 2015 – 75,469 miles
  • 2014 – 70,776 miles
  • 2013 – 66,097 miles
  • 2012 – 61,551 miles
  • 2011 – 56,623 miles
  • 2010 – 50,943 miles
  • 2009 – 45,786 miles
  • 2008 – 39,804 miles
  • 2007 – 33,530 miles
  • 2006 – 26,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,067 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,067 miles (+7,935)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,067 miles
    Test number
    667829012120
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass120,132 miles (+8,084)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,132 miles
    Test number
    197734726273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,048 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,048 miles
    Test number
    544548853305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail111,972 miles (+11,253)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,972 miles
    Test number
    992518008534
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,719 miles (+14,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,719 miles
    Test number
    491788816475
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass86,589 miles (+4,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,589 miles
    Test number
    186270289090
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (strong advise) (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs slightly corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak

  7. Pass81,714 miles (+831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    192420097969
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass80,883 miles (+5,414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,883 miles
    Test number
    845384366399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak present possible powersteering pipe or gearbox unable to clarify which one is leaking.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing advise
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass75,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,469 miles
    Test number
    877767615037
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail75,469 miles (+4,693)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,469 miles
    Test number
    199727415085
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass70,776 miles (+4,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,776 miles
    Test number
    536364304082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass66,097 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,097 miles
    Test number
    329876023011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,551 miles (+4,928)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    498014212009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,623 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,623 miles
    Test number
    967392321006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,943 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,943 miles
    Test number
    442916110020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,786 miles (+5,982)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    700814629012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,804 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,804 miles
    Test number
    443789018022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,530 miles (+7,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,530 miles
    Test number
    152427227031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass26,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    26,304 miles
    Test number
    454211226056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 GZS

Does LA51 GZS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 GZS expired on 6 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 GZS?
The MOT on LA51 GZS expired on 6 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 GZS done?
LA51 GZS was recorded at 128,067 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 6,341 miles a year.
Has LA51 GZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 GZS has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 GZS 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 LA51 GZS find?
LA51 GZS failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 6 more.

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