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Brown · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

LB13 AEVMOT history

LB13 AEV is a brown diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 97,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
97,047 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 AEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 AEV was last recorded at 97,047 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,930 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
7,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,047 miles
  • 2025 – 89,621 miles
  • 2024 – 79,404 miles
  • 2023 – 68,159 miles
  • 2022 – 54,996 miles
  • 2021 – 44,779 miles
  • 2019 – 32,245 miles
  • 2018 – 27,436 miles
  • 2017 – 24,627 miles
  • 2016 – 21,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,047 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Welded and covered in underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded (both sides)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (both sides)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides trailing arm bushes)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,047 miles (+117)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    602341300184
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Welded and covered in underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail96,930 miles (+7,309)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,930 miles
    Test number
    289194778874
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.60 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides) rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,621 miles (+54)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,621 miles
    Test number
    544690058654
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (both sides) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (both sides) (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides trailing arm bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail89,567 miles (+10,163)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,567 miles
    Test number
    638921301005
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (both sides) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (both sides) (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides trailing arm bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,404 miles (+11,245)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,404 miles
    Test number
    419645228810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,159 miles (+13,163)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,159 miles
    Test number
    188262888021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,996 miles (+10,217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    365532874636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s
  8. Pass44,779 miles (+12,534)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,779 miles
    Test number
    563484314127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,245 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    32,245 miles
    Test number
    476094060105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,436 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    27,436 miles
    Test number
    917094386245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,627 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,627 miles
    Test number
    504493865987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,687 miles
    Test number
    155752118403
    • AdvisoryFront offside tyre worn on 3mm

Questions about LB13 AEV

Does LB13 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 AEV is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 AEV?
The MOT on LB13 AEV is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 AEV done?
LB13 AEV was recorded at 97,047 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 7,635 miles a year.
Has LB13 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 AEV has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB13 AEV 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 LB13 AEV find?
LB13 AEV passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened welded and covered in underseal; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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