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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LB03 VGPMOT history

LB03 VGP is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 51,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,247 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VGP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VGP was last recorded at 51,247 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,191 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,056 miles
Average per year
1,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,247 miles
  • 2025 – 50,191 miles
  • 2024 – 49,253 miles
  • 2023 – 48,826 miles
  • 2022 – 48,466 miles
  • 2021 – 47,543 miles
  • 2019 – 46,428 miles
  • 2018 – 45,384 miles
  • 2017 – 44,358 miles
  • 2016 – 43,530 miles
  • 2015 – 42,820 miles
  • 2014 – 40,604 miles
  • 2013 – 37,980 miles
  • 2012 – 35,629 miles
  • 2011 – 33,297 miles
  • 2010 – 30,854 miles
  • 2009 – 25,965 miles
  • 2008 – 21,752 miles
  • 2007 – 18,192 miles
  • 2006 – 14,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,247 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both headlamp aim beam patterns poor and only just visible.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass51,247 miles (+1,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,247 miles
    Test number
    851308206092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass50,191 miles (+938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,191 miles
    Test number
    708655012383
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and o/s/r brake calliper nipples missing but not leaking

  3. Pass49,253 miles (+427)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    49,253 miles
    Test number
    442889538324
    • MinorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded

  4. Pass48,826 miles (+23)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    48,826 miles
    Test number
    597861306791
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aim beam patterns poor and only just visible.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail48,803 miles (+337)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,803 miles
    Test number
    717821142353
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working Tail lamp not working. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone balljoint grease cover perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aim beam patterns poor and only just visible.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass48,466 miles (+923)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,466 miles
    Test number
    133326608718
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass47,543 miles (+1,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    678674735490
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate laminate cracking (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass46,428 miles (+1,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,428 miles
    Test number
    265872706539
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  9. Pass45,384 miles (+1,026)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,384 miles
    Test number
    445768366850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,358 miles (+828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,358 miles
    Test number
    705708832497
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass43,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,530 miles
    Test number
    644218114700
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL warning lamp on

  12. Fail43,530 miles (+710)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,530 miles
    Test number
    811829163456
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL warning lamp on

  13. Pass42,820 miles (+2,216)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,820 miles
    Test number
    455575395112
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  14. Pass40,604 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,604 miles
    Test number
    877796494144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,980 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,980 miles
    Test number
    638006883147
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine warning lamp on

  16. Fail37,980 miles (+2,351)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,980 miles
    Test number
    609526883195
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine warning lamp on

  17. Pass35,629 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,629 miles
    Test number
    995877582149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,297 miles
    Test number
    345023391161
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Fail33,297 miles (+2,443)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,297 miles
    Test number
    219463791141
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Pass30,854 miles (+4,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,854 miles
    Test number
    960213600236
    • 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)

  21. Pass25,965 miles (+4,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,965 miles
    Test number
    691765799117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass21,752 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,752 miles
    Test number
    912666998196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,192 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,192 miles
    Test number
    831646907255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,452 miles
    Test number
    194666406228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VGP

Does LB03 VGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 VGP is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VGP?
The MOT on LB03 VGP is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 VGP done?
LB03 VGP was recorded at 51,247 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 1,889 miles a year.
Has LB03 VGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VGP has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 VGP 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 VGP find?
LB03 VGP passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged inner tyre wall; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged outer tyre wall.

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