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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LB03 PZHMOT history

LB03 PZH is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 154,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,973 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 PZH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 PZH was last recorded at 154,973 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2020: 66,310 miles, lower than 88,897 miles on 4 Feb 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,965 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,973 miles
  • 2025 – 81,204 miles
  • 2024 – 74,238 miles
  • 2023 – 72,396 miles
  • 2022 – 69,914 miles
  • 2020 – 66,310 miles
  • 2019 – 62,062 miles
  • 2017 – 58,804 miles
  • 2016 – 55,440 miles
  • 2015 – 51,192 miles
  • 2014 – 45,001 miles
  • 2013 – 41,309 miles
  • 2012 – 37,522 miles
  • 2011 – 33,595 miles
  • 2010 – 29,183 miles
  • 2009 – 25,179 miles
  • 2008 – 21,964 miles
  • 2007 – 19,407 miles
  • 2006 – 16,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,973 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,973 miles (+8)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,973 miles
    Test number
    125017215923
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  2. Fail154,965 miles (+73,761)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,965 miles
    Test number
    894453953370
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  3. Pass81,204 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,204 miles
    Test number
    850860060201
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  4. Fail81,204 miles (+6,966)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,204 miles
    Test number
    757638886592
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with side light (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  5. Pass74,238 miles (+1,842)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,238 miles
    Test number
    815013994778
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass72,396 miles (+2,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,396 miles
    Test number
    220769349662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge border line (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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,914 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,914 miles
    Test number
    314943473840
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Fail69,914 miles (+3,604)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,914 miles
    Test number
    374756444978
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass66,310 miles (-22,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    833348827811
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail88,897 miles (+26,835)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,897 miles
    Test number
    334074853450
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer sidewall heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,062 miles
    Test number
    693177068829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,062 miles (+3,258)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,062 miles
    Test number
    718429844151
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass58,804 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,804 miles
    Test number
    184983100598
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip slightly worn smooth
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail58,804 miles (+3,364)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,804 miles
    Test number
    499794440053
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip slightly worn smooth
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass55,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,440 miles
    Test number
    583095465847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,440 miles (+4,248)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,440 miles
    Test number
    616709336504
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  17. Pass51,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,192 miles
    Test number
    918573349850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,192 miles (+6,191)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,192 miles
    Test number
    869143672033
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass45,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,001 miles
    Test number
    677304174162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail45,001 miles (+3,692)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,001 miles
    Test number
    916894174153
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass41,309 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    945170583165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    538221482146
    • 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)

  23. Fail37,522 miles (+3,927)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    236771082475
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  24. Pass33,595 miles (+4,412)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,595 miles
    Test number
    286372971485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  25. Fail29,183 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,183 miles
    Test number
    172745970181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  26. Pass29,183 miles (+4,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,183 miles
    Test number
    600785670168
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  27. Pass25,179 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,179 miles
    Test number
    930163279169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,964 miles (+2,557)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,964 miles
    Test number
    951989468177
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight surface cracks appearing in nearside rear tyre outer wall

  29. Pass19,407 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,407 miles
    Test number
    350194887137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,546 miles
    Test number
    200825686472
    • NoteNail in tyre

  31. Fail16,546 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,546 miles
    Test number
    811955086126
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about LB03 PZH

Does LB03 PZH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 PZH is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 PZH?
The MOT on LB03 PZH is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 PZH done?
LB03 PZH was recorded at 154,973 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 6,832 miles a year.
Has LB03 PZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 PZH has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 PZH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 PZH find?
LB03 PZH passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: coil spring corroded both front; coil spring corroded both rear; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 6 more.

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