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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LB03 PZSMOT history

LB03 PZS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 136,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
136,557 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 PZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 PZS was last recorded at 136,557 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 4,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,996 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,561 miles
Average per year
5,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,557 miles
  • 2024 – 131,996 miles
  • 2023 – 125,300 miles
  • 2022 – 121,995 miles
  • 2021 – 115,135 miles
  • 2020 – 112,184 miles
  • 2019 – 106,928 miles
  • 2018 – 100,422 miles
  • 2017 – 92,533 miles
  • 2016 – 83,669 miles
  • 2015 – 74,718 miles
  • 2014 – 69,673 miles
  • 2013 – 65,286 miles
  • 2012 – 59,747 miles
  • 2011 – 52,665 miles
  • 2010 – 45,481 miles
  • 2009 – 38,707 miles
  • 2008 – 34,750 miles
  • 2007 – 27,239 miles
  • 2006 – 22,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,557 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Reverse lamp inop

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside rear tyre cracking

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front brake discs worn / pads okay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel filler and breather pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s/f coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s/f inner track rod play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,557 miles (+4,561)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,557 miles
    Test number
    984552562280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,996 miles (+6,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,996 miles
    Test number
    306483036946
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake hose twisted
    • AdvisoryRear susp arms/springs corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  3. Pass125,300 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,300 miles
    Test number
    860082303202
    • AdvisoryBattery weak replacement required
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks evident
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear susp arms and s/frame corroded

  4. Fail125,300 miles (+3,305)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,300 miles
    Test number
    566303747380
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBattery weak replacement required
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks evident
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear susp arms and s/frame corroded

  5. Pass121,995 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    121,995 miles
    Test number
    647278805041
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn / pads okay
    • AdvisoryFuel filler and breather pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner track rod play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner wheel rim distorted
    • AdvisoryO/s side lamp dim
    • AdvisoryO/s sunvisor part insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear arb links perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount pins corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sus arms corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from front flexi pipe
    • AdvisorySteering columb/rack noisy

  6. Fail121,995 miles (+6,860)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,995 miles
    Test number
    566921098985
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn / pads okay
    • AdvisoryFuel filler and breather pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner track rod play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner wheel rim distorted
    • AdvisoryO/s side lamp dim
    • AdvisoryO/s sunvisor part insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear arb links perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount pins corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sus arms corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from front flexi pipe
    • AdvisorySteering columb/rack noisy

  7. Pass115,135 miles (+2,951)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,135 miles
    Test number
    834101490352
    • AdvisoryAll wipers worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn/pads okay
    • AdvisoryFront sus coil springs heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre nailed treads
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel rim distorted
    • AdvisoryO/s/f sun visor part insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog lamp dim
    • AdvisoryRear arb links worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting pins corroded
    • AdvisoryRear susp arms heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  8. Pass112,184 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    245746976439
    • AdvisoryFront arb links noisy worn

  9. Fail112,181 miles (+5,253)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,181 miles
    Test number
    759743154492
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps o/s and n/s (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront arb links noisy worn

  10. Pass106,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,928 miles
    Test number
    114313130771
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar links boot perished
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hoses slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryO/s diff case oil seal weeping

  11. Fail106,928 miles (+6,506)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,928 miles
    Test number
    409170000229
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar links boot perished
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hoses slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryO/s diff case oil seal weeping

  12. Pass100,422 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,422 miles
    Test number
    506036932855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDoor open light staying on

  13. Fail100,422 miles (+7,889)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,422 miles
    Test number
    619913443961
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDoor open light staying on

  14. Pass92,533 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,533 miles
    Test number
    542323810439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly twisted (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  15. Fail92,528 miles (+8,859)4 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,528 miles
    Test number
    191065655240
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly twisted (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  16. Pass83,669 miles (+8,951)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    83,669 miles
    Test number
    136752561527
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge & cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDoor open warning light staying on
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear seatbelt buckle worn /temperamental

  17. Pass74,718 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,718 miles
    Test number
    322508110242
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDoor open warning light stays on
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer door handle stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside rear seatbelt stalk temperamental
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  18. Fail74,715 miles (+5,042)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,715 miles
    Test number
    955422879520
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDoor open warning light stays on
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer door handle stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside rear seatbelt stalk temperamental
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass69,673 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,673 miles
    Test number
    429789434213
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside outer door handle sticking
    • NoteOffside rear seatbelt stalk catch temperamental
    • NoteParking brake warning light staying on

  20. Fail69,673 miles (+4,387)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,673 miles
    Test number
    328389834202
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside outer door handle sticking
    • NoteOffside rear seatbelt stalk catch temperamental
    • NoteParking brake warning light staying on

  21. Pass65,286 miles (+5,539)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,286 miles
    Test number
    335521843464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  22. Pass59,747 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,747 miles
    Test number
    467211142277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSeepage from rad (steaming)

  23. Fail59,747 miles (+7,082)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,747 miles
    Test number
    999211342280
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSeepage from rad (steaming)

  24. Pass52,665 miles (+7,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    52,665 miles
    Test number
    918850131248
    • NoteNearside rear brake hose slightly twisted

  25. Pass45,481 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,481 miles
    Test number
    633086430205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,707 miles (+3,957)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,707 miles
    Test number
    333983229293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,750 miles (+7,511)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    34,750 miles
    Test number
    764170448243
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  28. Pass27,239 miles (+5,052)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,239 miles
    Test number
    582394537237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,187 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    22,187 miles
    Test number
    244033146298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    21,351 miles
    Test number
    280101476441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 PZS

Does LB03 PZS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 PZS is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 PZS?
The MOT on LB03 PZS is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 PZS done?
LB03 PZS was recorded at 136,557 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 5,969 miles a year.
Has LB03 PZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 PZS has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 PZS 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 LB03 PZS find?
LB03 PZS passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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