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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,560 cc

LB05 XTUMOT history

LB05 XTU is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 132,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
132,179 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XTU was last recorded at 132,179 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,167 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,179 miles
  • 2024 – 126,953 miles
  • 2017 – 126,507 miles
  • 2016 – 122,586 miles
  • 2015 – 108,844 miles
  • 2014 – 98,479 miles
  • 2013 – 87,381 miles
  • 2012 – 77,763 miles
  • 2011 – 69,792 miles
  • 2010 – 67,642 miles
  • 2009 – 63,318 miles
  • 2008 – 58,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,179 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit land perishing (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,179 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    132,179 miles
    Test number
    542405399809
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail132,167 miles (+5,214)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,167 miles
    Test number
    660818499050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,953 miles (+446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,953 miles
    Test number
    603454289757
    • AdvisoryCentral silencer slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened suspension components age related corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,507 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    305089985380
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit land perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail126,505 miles (+3,919)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,505 miles
    Test number
    206815194750
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit land perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass122,586 miles (+13,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,586 miles
    Test number
    737910795501
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished and cracked

  7. Pass108,844 miles (+10,365)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,844 miles
    Test number
    868147415198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,479 miles (+11,098)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,479 miles
    Test number
    877976624174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished.

  9. Pass87,381 miles (+9,618)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,381 miles
    Test number
    709934413150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,763 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    305859932194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,729 miles
    Test number
    206578212401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  12. Fail77,729 miles (+7,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,729 miles
    Test number
    367298712148
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass69,792 miles (+2,150)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    455248601102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  14. Pass67,642 miles (+4,324)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    67,642 miles
    Test number
    351037440207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,318 miles (+4,919)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,318 miles
    Test number
    351232129253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,399 miles
    Test number
    460859098182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XTU

Does LB05 XTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XTU is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XTU?
The MOT on LB05 XTU is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XTU done?
LB05 XTU was recorded at 132,179 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 4,054 miles a year.
Has LB05 XTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XTU has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 XTU 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 LB05 XTU find?
LB05 XTU passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch / end of sill, and 5 more.

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