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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB04 PBZMOT history

LB04 PBZ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 167,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
167,969 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 PBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 PBZ was last recorded at 167,969 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 3,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,477 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,492 miles
Average per year
7,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,969 miles
  • 2025 – 164,477 miles
  • 2024 – 160,943 miles
  • 2023 – 156,991 miles
  • 2022 – 152,173 miles
  • 2021 – 147,695 miles
  • 2020 – 143,847 miles
  • 2019 – 139,023 miles
  • 2018 – 133,498 miles
  • 2017 – 127,668 miles
  • 2016 – 122,860 miles
  • 2015 – 114,671 miles
  • 2014 – 103,026 miles
  • 2013 – 92,821 miles
  • 2012 – 77,487 miles
  • 2011 – 66,960 miles
  • 2010 – 52,269 miles
  • 2009 – 40,721 miles
  • 2008 – 34,555 miles
  • 2007 – 29,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,969 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear tyre worn out of shape and stepped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,969 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    167,969 miles
    Test number
    960848110182
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,969 miles (+3,492)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,969 miles
    Test number
    569972592239
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,477 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    164,477 miles
    Test number
    660411236791
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail164,477 miles (+3,534)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,477 miles
    Test number
    593131059411
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass160,943 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,943 miles
    Test number
    306381098073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail160,941 miles (+3,950)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,941 miles
    Test number
    531520541367
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass156,991 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,991 miles
    Test number
    619921898892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass152,173 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    152,173 miles
    Test number
    772605468942
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe on center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 205/50ZR16 87W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail152,173 miles (+4,478)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,173 miles
    Test number
    483966522818
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe on center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 205/50ZR16 87W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,695 miles (+3,848)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,695 miles
    Test number
    708119516088
    • 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald 205/50ZR16 87W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass143,847 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,847 miles
    Test number
    689649922537
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn out of shape and stepped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail143,829 miles (+4,806)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,829 miles
    Test number
    338954535090
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn out of shape and stepped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass139,023 miles (+5,525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,023 miles
    Test number
    589019622541
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill corroded (soft)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass133,498 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    133,498 miles
    Test number
    731186337418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill soft corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail133,498 miles (+5,830)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,498 miles
    Test number
    630246636457
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill soft corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass127,668 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    127,668 miles
    Test number
    306033377028
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill soft and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail127,663 miles (+4,803)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,663 miles
    Test number
    269840774942
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill soft and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass122,860 miles (+8,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,860 miles
    Test number
    702540733430
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass114,671 miles (+11,645)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,671 miles
    Test number
    947248895172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass103,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,026 miles
    Test number
    515831514234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail103,026 miles (+10,205)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,026 miles
    Test number
    337571914266
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail92,821 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,821 miles
    Test number
    165910213297
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass92,821 miles (+15,334)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,821 miles
    Test number
    727750413220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass77,487 miles (+10,527)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,487 miles
    Test number
    957602482087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,960 miles (+14,691)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    138308981030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,269 miles (+11,548)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,269 miles
    Test number
    851302700143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,721 miles (+6,166)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,721 miles
    Test number
    664667709151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    193035688018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,555 miles (+5,104)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    741015288064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass29,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,451 miles
    Test number
    320539607148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 PBZ

Does LB04 PBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 PBZ is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 PBZ?
The MOT on LB04 PBZ is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 PBZ done?
LB04 PBZ was recorded at 167,969 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 7,170 miles a year.
Has LB04 PBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 PBZ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 PBZ 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 PBZ find?
LB04 PBZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm; offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm.

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