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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LA51 NUYMOT history

LA51 NUY is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

LA51 NUY red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2025
Mileage
138,102 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NUY was last recorded at 138,102 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 14,733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,369 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
14,733 miles
Average per year
4,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,102 miles
  • 2023 – 123,369 miles
  • 2022 – 115,155 miles
  • 2021 – 111,313 miles
  • 2020 – 107,489 miles
  • 2019 – 102,811 miles
  • 2018 – 100,674 miles
  • 2017 – 98,448 miles
  • 2015 – 94,144 miles
  • 2014 – 85,218 miles
  • 2013 – 81,030 miles
  • 2012 – 77,945 miles
  • 2011 – 77,038 miles
  • 2010 – 75,719 miles
  • 2009 – 73,933 miles
  • 2008 – 71,624 miles
  • 2007 – 67,746 miles
  • 2006 – 54,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,102 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,102 miles
    Test number
    636804122569
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail138,102 miles (+14,733)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,102 miles
    Test number
    686790412759
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass123,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,369 miles
    Test number
    825771870533
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail123,369 miles (+8,214)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,369 miles
    Test number
    823302912576
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass115,155 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,155 miles
    Test number
    364151079301
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,144 miles (+3,831)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,144 miles
    Test number
    668803427992
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,313 miles
    Test number
    180337664446
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail111,313 miles (+3,824)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,313 miles
    Test number
    878895490455
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,489 miles
    Test number
    565358618203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,489 miles (+4,678)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,489 miles
    Test number
    146403474841
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass102,811 miles (+2)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,811 miles
    Test number
    753858081160
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Fail102,809 miles (+2,135)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,809 miles
    Test number
    367182923128
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass100,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,674 miles
    Test number
    668445594511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,674 miles (+2,226)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,674 miles
    Test number
    847480524763
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass98,448 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,448 miles
    Test number
    207203226888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,144 miles (+8,926)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,144 miles
    Test number
    234072483397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,218 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    445507304332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,030 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,030 miles
    Test number
    989269193224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,945 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,945 miles
    Test number
    695077702346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,038 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,038 miles
    Test number
    468456491258
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail77,034 miles (+1,315)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    928655891249
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass75,719 miles (+1,786)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,719 miles
    Test number
    554316400303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,933 miles
    Test number
    700406509337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,933 miles (+2,309)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,933 miles
    Test number
    860456009316
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass71,624 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    71,624 miles
    Test number
    580936408346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,746 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,746 miles
    Test number
    851089407314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,493 miles (+8,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,493 miles
    Test number
    742013427000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,890 miles
    Test number
    112972336473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NUY

Does LA51 NUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 NUY expired on 28 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NUY?
The MOT on LA51 NUY expired on 28 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 NUY done?
LA51 NUY was recorded at 138,102 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 4,420 miles a year.
Has LA51 NUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NUY has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 NUY 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 NUY find?
LA51 NUY passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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