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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,560 cc

LB07 VEMMOT history

LB07 VEM is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
143,334 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 VEM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 VEM was last recorded at 143,334 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,329 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,334 miles
  • 2024 – 139,205 miles
  • 2023 – 135,023 miles
  • 2022 – 131,250 miles
  • 2021 – 126,233 miles
  • 2020 – 122,759 miles
  • 2018 – 116,336 miles
  • 2017 – 112,270 miles
  • 2016 – 106,995 miles
  • 2015 – 102,789 miles
  • 2014 – 96,448 miles
  • 2013 – 90,672 miles
  • 2012 – 75,002 miles
  • 2011 – 48,916 miles
  • 2010 – 22,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,334 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,334 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    143,334 miles
    Test number
    915453000425
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail143,329 miles (+4,124)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,329 miles
    Test number
    800768898624
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass139,205 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,205 miles
    Test number
    848593659865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail139,203 miles (+4,180)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,203 miles
    Test number
    874121484801
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass135,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,023 miles
    Test number
    870304576257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,023 miles (+3,773)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,023 miles
    Test number
    177558224137
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass131,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,250 miles
    Test number
    112859792790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,250 miles (+5,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,250 miles
    Test number
    254817058310
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass126,233 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,233 miles
    Test number
    423664682773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,759 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,759 miles
    Test number
    641625097763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241637706444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass116,336 miles (+4,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,336 miles
    Test number
    688607502635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass112,270 miles (+5,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    468846746410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass106,995 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,995 miles
    Test number
    539504678557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,789 miles (+6,341)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    102,789 miles
    Test number
    703212833281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,448 miles (+5,776)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,448 miles
    Test number
    818216274119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,672 miles (+15,670)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,672 miles
    Test number
    568072573113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,002 miles (+26,086)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,002 miles
    Test number
    979239872172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass48,916 miles (+26,021)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,916 miles
    Test number
    489754671197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,895 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,895 miles
    Test number
    460056770133
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail22,877 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,877 miles
    Test number
    761576070140
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LB07 VEM

Does LB07 VEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 VEM expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 VEM?
The MOT on LB07 VEM expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 VEM done?
LB07 VEM was recorded at 143,334 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 7,876 miles a year.
Has LB07 VEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 VEM has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB07 VEM 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 LB07 VEM find?
LB07 VEM passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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