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Ford Focus

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LB09 CHOMOT history

LB09 CHO is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 13 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2024
Mileage
121,221 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 CHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 CHO was last recorded at 121,221 miles on 24 Apr 2023, 9,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,269 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9,952 miles
Average per year
6,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,221 miles
  • 2021 – 111,269 miles
  • 2020 – 107,459 miles
  • 2019 – 101,541 miles
  • 2018 – 92,518 miles
  • 2017 – 92,079 miles
  • 2015 – 87,959 miles
  • 2014 – 57,979 miles
  • 2013 – 55,206 miles
  • 2012 – 47,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,221 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,221 miles (+9,952)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,221 miles
    Test number
    332382663271
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass111,269 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,269 miles
    Test number
    180358421800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail111,251 miles (+3,792)1 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,251 miles
    Test number
    136985806356
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire DPF area coolant pipe rubbing against DPF filter (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass107,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    214059445088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail107,459 miles (+27)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    298311152662
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail107,432 miles (+5,891)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,432 miles
    Test number
    406401278136
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass101,541 miles (+4,119)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,541 miles
    Test number
    360190722460
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,422 miles (+4,904)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    97,422 miles
    Test number
    717196687967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    434450619222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,518 miles (+439)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    351049002813
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass92,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,079 miles
    Test number
    837018301753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,079 miles (+4,120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,079 miles
    Test number
    468116586342
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass87,959 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,959 miles
    Test number
    497444565192
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted obscuring some under side components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering rack end (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner tread worn on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail87,959 miles (+13,757)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,959 miles
    Test number
    781361637022
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted obscuring some under side components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner steering rack end (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner tread worn on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass74,202 miles (+16,223)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,202 miles
    Test number
    618215905003
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass57,979 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,979 miles
    Test number
    246373414031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,206 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    297729083423
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers smear

  18. Fail55,206 miles (+8,088)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    667839883198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers smear

  19. Pass47,118 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,118 miles
    Test number
    616821082152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail47,118 miles2 failures1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,118 miles
    Test number
    246810182431
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LB09 CHO

Does LB09 CHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 CHO expired on 23 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 CHO?
The MOT on LB09 CHO expired on 23 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 CHO done?
LB09 CHO was recorded at 121,221 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2023, an average of 6,849 miles a year.
Has LB09 CHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 CHO has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB09 CHO 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 LB09 CHO find?
LB09 CHO passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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