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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB04 FXXMOT history

LB04 FXX is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2023
Mileage
181,816 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 FXX was last recorded at 181,816 miles on 24 Oct 2022, 10,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,777 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
10,039 miles
Average per year
8,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 181,816 miles
  • 2021 – 171,777 miles
  • 2020 – 163,574 miles
  • 2019 – 158,290 miles
  • 2018 – 150,410 miles
  • 2017 – 142,315 miles
  • 2016 – 137,018 miles
  • 2015 – 131,667 miles
  • 2014 – 128,079 miles
  • 2013 – 123,997 miles
  • 2012 – 121,243 miles
  • 2011 – 118,367 miles
  • 2010 – 94,412 miles
  • 2009 – 81,603 miles
  • 2008 – 66,137 miles
  • 2007 – 51,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,816 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Both front discs pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak (gearbox area)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    181,816 miles
    Test number
    487910617878
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail181,816 miles (+10,039)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,816 miles
    Test number
    547512309752
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass171,777 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    171,777 miles
    Test number
    830986661414
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  4. Fail171,775 miles (+8,201)7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,775 miles
    Test number
    452414605645
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine rev speed erratic (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Trans (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corrosion

  5. Pass163,574 miles (+5,284)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,574 miles
    Test number
    337425701602
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass158,290 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,290 miles
    Test number
    441249561635
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Small split in boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective One front and one middle hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail158,289 miles (+7,879)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,289 miles
    Test number
    224696530638
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Small split in boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective One front and one middle hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass150,410 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    150,410 miles
    Test number
    140524689896
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  9. Fail150,410 miles (+8,095)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,410 miles
    Test number
    503858448591
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak lambda effected (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH, trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  10. Pass142,315 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    142,315 miles
    Test number
    286421967632
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox area)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail142,315 miles (+5,297)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,315 miles
    Test number
    129756701048
    • FailureSide repeater not working both (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox area)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass137,018 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,018 miles
    Test number
    923636866951
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox area)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail137,018 miles (+5,351)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,018 miles
    Test number
    400644098539
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox area)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass131,667 miles (+3,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    131,667 miles
    Test number
    404527396765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass128,079 miles (+4,082)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,079 miles
    Test number
    246958304346
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass123,997 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    123,997 miles
    Test number
    319002833375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBad oil leak.
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on edges.
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing screen slightly.
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm.
    • NoteRear service brake application slightly uneven.

  17. Fail123,997 miles (+2,754)2 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,997 miles
    Test number
    625692333340
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBad oil leak.
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded on edges.
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing screen slightly.
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm.
    • NoteRear service brake application slightly uneven.

  18. Fail121,243 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,243 miles
    Test number
    266418532320
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong parking brake lever travel
    • NoteTyre size - 195/60R15

  19. Pass121,243 miles (+2,876)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    121,243 miles
    Test number
    918178232306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong parking brake lever travel
    • NoteTyre size - 195/60R15

  20. Pass118,367 miles (+23,955)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    118,367 miles
    Test number
    737769031373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    94,412 miles
    Test number
    711522210362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,412 miles (+12,809)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,412 miles
    Test number
    874098000349
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass81,603 miles (+15,466)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    81,603 miles
    Test number
    330772429348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,137 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,137 miles
    Test number
    530431448398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,581 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,581 miles
    Test number
    763646038162
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked

  26. Fail63,581 miles (+12,408)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,581 miles
    Test number
    492376238116
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked

  27. Pass51,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,173 miles
    Test number
    202818207428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 FXX

Does LB04 FXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 FXX expired on 9 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FXX?
The MOT on LB04 FXX expired on 9 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 FXX done?
LB04 FXX was recorded at 181,816 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2022, an average of 8,419 miles a year.
Has LB04 FXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FXX has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 FXX 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 LB04 FXX find?
LB04 FXX passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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