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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

LA55 CVCMOT history

LA55 CVC is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 156,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LA55 CVC blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
156,707 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 CVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 CVC was last recorded at 156,707 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,657 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
7,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,707 miles
  • 2025 – 150,318 miles
  • 2024 – 144,519 miles
  • 2023 – 136,854 miles
  • 2022 – 127,464 miles
  • 2020 – 124,630 miles
  • 2019 – 119,068 miles
  • 2018 – 115,281 miles
  • 2017 – 104,419 miles
  • 2016 – 86,127 miles
  • 2015 – 78,800 miles
  • 2014 – 68,671 miles
  • 2013 – 58,398 miles
  • 2012 – 46,667 miles
  • 2011 – 39,609 miles
  • 2010 – 27,591 miles
  • 2009 – 18,457 miles
  • 2008 – 11,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,707 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,707 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    156,707 miles
    Test number
    949198175605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,657 miles (+6,339)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,657 miles
    Test number
    100477647671
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,318 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,318 miles
    Test number
    727891449261
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail150,312 miles (+5,793)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,312 miles
    Test number
    661843240989
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass144,519 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,519 miles
    Test number
    110912102409
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,508 miles (+7,654)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,508 miles
    Test number
    367358119896
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,854 miles (+9,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    136,854 miles
    Test number
    140196546527
    • AdvisoryFront splitter has been slightly damaged

  8. Pass127,464 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    127,464 miles
    Test number
    421964363365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail127,464 miles (+2,834)2 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,464 miles
    Test number
    692884628526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted during test (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted during test (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass124,630 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    567137228487
    • 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 inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail124,630 miles (+5,562)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    744047941033
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass119,068 miles (+3,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,068 miles
    Test number
    145414506033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv/boot slight seepage of grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv/boot slight seepage of grease

  13. Pass115,281 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    115,281 miles
    Test number
    437691328333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box to center joint (7.1.2)

  14. Fail115,281 miles (+10,862)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,281 miles
    Test number
    155668393259
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate bulb very weak (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box to center joint (7.1.2)

  15. Pass104,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,419 miles
    Test number
    826876240182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,408 miles (+18,281)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,408 miles
    Test number
    947525201706
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass86,127 miles (+7,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,127 miles
    Test number
    237183019848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,800 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,800 miles
    Test number
    287138505203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,387 miles (+9,716)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,387 miles
    Test number
    796395895142
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  20. Pass68,671 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,671 miles
    Test number
    657195994117
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Fail68,671 miles (+10,273)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,671 miles
    Test number
    818355694182
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass58,398 miles (+181)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    689998503250
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to legal limit of 1.6mm
    • NoteOffisde rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteOffside front wheel rim slightly buckled

  23. Fail58,217 miles (+11,550)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,217 miles
    Test number
    935353203294
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front wheel rim slightly buckled

  24. Pass46,667 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,667 miles
    Test number
    479968902277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail46,603 miles (+6,994)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    599103202285
    • DangerousOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass39,609 miles (+12,018)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,609 miles
    Test number
    246894801213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,591 miles (+9,134)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,591 miles
    Test number
    621748800295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,457 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,457 miles
    Test number
    444766699157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail18,441 miles (+7,019)1 dangerous2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,441 miles
    Test number
    222545299185
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass11,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    11,422 miles
    Test number
    331703508271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 CVC

Does LA55 CVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 CVC is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 CVC?
The MOT on LA55 CVC is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 CVC done?
LA55 CVC was recorded at 156,707 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,980 miles a year.
Has LA55 CVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 CVC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 CVC 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 LA55 CVC find?
LA55 CVC passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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