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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LA51 NZFMOT history

LA51 NZF is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2025.

LA51 NZF red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2026
Mileage
75,965 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 NZF
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
22 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 NZF was last recorded at 75,965 miles on 21 Jun 2025, 7,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,945 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,020 miles
Average per year
2,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,965 miles
  • 2024 – 68,945 miles
  • 2023 – 64,499 miles
  • 2022 – 63,357 miles
  • 2018 – 59,100 miles
  • 2017 – 52,480 miles
  • 2016 – 48,096 miles
  • 2015 – 47,951 miles
  • 2014 – 46,876 miles
  • 2013 – 45,792 miles
  • 2012 – 44,918 miles
  • 2011 – 40,068 miles
  • 2010 – 35,870 miles
  • 2009 – 32,448 miles
  • 2008 – 27,574 miles
  • 2007 – 22,793 miles
  • 2006 – 18,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,965 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated fuel tank hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,965 miles (+7,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,965 miles
    Test number
    330698627174
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated fuel tank hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  2. Pass68,945 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    68,945 miles
    Test number
    503278815740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,499 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,499 miles
    Test number
    771727156212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,357 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,357 miles
    Test number
    754883926097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass59,100 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,100 miles
    Test number
    233998961709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail58,028 miles (+5,548)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,028 miles
    Test number
    872397215097
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  7. Pass52,480 miles (+4,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,480 miles
    Test number
    449744667775
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  8. Pass48,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    449670976585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,096 miles (+145)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    994931538728
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass47,951 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,951 miles
    Test number
    237792045047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,876 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,876 miles
    Test number
    516007224005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,792 miles (+874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,792 miles
    Test number
    109335443059
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass44,918 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    287897132032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,068 miles
    Test number
    736646031062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,068 miles (+4,198)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,068 miles
    Test number
    269986631077
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Pass35,870 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,870 miles
    Test number
    574939120088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,448 miles
    Test number
    990807329041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,448 miles (+4,874)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,448 miles
    Test number
    334957329018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  19. Pass27,574 miles (+4,781)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,574 miles
    Test number
    121119738041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,793 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,793 miles
    Test number
    730365847049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass22,793 miles (+4,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,793 miles
    Test number
    910235347059
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  22. Pass18,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,707 miles
    Test number
    860626956060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 NZF

Does LA51 NZF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 NZF expired on 7 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 NZF?
The MOT on LA51 NZF expired on 7 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 NZF done?
LA51 NZF was recorded at 75,965 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2025, an average of 2,964 miles a year.
Has LA51 NZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 NZF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on LA51 NZF 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 NZF find?
LA51 NZF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: fuel hose deteriorated fuel tank hose.

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