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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LA51 NWXMOT history

LA51 NWX is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 180,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

LA51 NWX red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
180,945 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NWX
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
31 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NWX was last recorded at 180,945 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,934 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,945 miles
  • 2024 – 179,583 miles
  • 2023 – 177,568 miles
  • 2020 – 175,762 miles
  • 2019 – 169,500 miles
  • 2018 – 160,320 miles
  • 2017 – 150,275 miles
  • 2016 – 138,701 miles
  • 2015 – 132,391 miles
  • 2014 – 112,622 miles
  • 2013 – 107,925 miles
  • 2012 – 102,133 miles
  • 2011 – 96,015 miles
  • 2010 – 89,674 miles
  • 2009 – 82,875 miles
  • 2008 – 74,687 miles
  • 2007 – 66,917 miles
  • 2006 – 58,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,945 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Front Plastic Headlamp Lenses Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Box Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,945 miles (+11)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    180,945 miles
    Test number
    869330338775
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Front Plastic Headlamp Lenses Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Box Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail180,934 miles (+1,351)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,934 miles
    Test number
    443043280945
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Front Plastic Headlamp Lenses Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Box Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass179,583 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    179,583 miles
    Test number
    147770770437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr inner arch/sill ends and both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail179,576 miles (+2,008)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,576 miles
    Test number
    917345916900
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr inner arch/sill ends and both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass177,568 miles (+1,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    177,568 miles
    Test number
    286560254240
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass175,762 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,762 miles
    Test number
    116488155515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner w/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner w/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail175,733 miles (+6,233)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,733 miles
    Test number
    853191273412
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy rattle (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner w/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner w/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,500 miles (+9,180)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    169,500 miles
    Test number
    187892496480
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass160,320 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    160,320 miles
    Test number
    598957782224
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail160,307 miles (+10,032)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,307 miles
    Test number
    708997859516
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass150,275 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    150,275 miles
    Test number
    239864270876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail150,257 miles (+11,556)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,257 miles
    Test number
    183231142566
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass138,701 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    138,701 miles
    Test number
    784122530314
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail138,701 miles (+6,310)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,701 miles
    Test number
    786090864147
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail132,391 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,391 miles
    Test number
    168417245442
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWear discs

  16. Pass132,391 miles (+19,769)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    132,391 miles
    Test number
    947237045083
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWear discs

  17. Pass112,622 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,622 miles
    Test number
    269622824065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on outer edge

  18. Fail112,622 miles (+4,697)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,622 miles
    Test number
    488422724050
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on outer edge

  19. Pass107,925 miles (+5,792)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    107,925 miles
    Test number
    438185433043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,133 miles (+6,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    102,133 miles
    Test number
    919382152093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass96,015 miles (+6,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    826577441099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass89,674 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,674 miles
    Test number
    501090840085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,875 miles (+8,188)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    334922059009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE.
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE.

  24. Pass74,687 miles (+7,770)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,687 miles
    Test number
    514442148056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,917 miles (+8,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    66,917 miles
    Test number
    704316947034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass58,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,087 miles
    Test number
    313787646007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NWX

Does LA51 NWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 NWX is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NWX?
The MOT on LA51 NWX is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 NWX done?
LA51 NWX was recorded at 180,945 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,193 miles a year.
Has LA51 NWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NWX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 NWX 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 NWX find?
LA51 NWX passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both front plastic headlamp lenses deteriorated; nearside lower integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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