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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

LB51 EJOMOT history

LB51 EJO is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2025
Mileage
77,887 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 EJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 EJO was last recorded at 77,887 miles on 27 Aug 2024, 6,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,642 miles · 31 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
6,245 miles
Average per year
2,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,887 miles
  • 2023 – 71,642 miles
  • 2022 – 67,302 miles
  • 2021 – 61,701 miles
  • 2020 – 58,667 miles
  • 2019 – 56,333 miles
  • 2018 – 54,970 miles
  • 2017 – 53,665 miles
  • 2016 – 52,565 miles
  • 2015 – 51,450 miles
  • 2014 – 50,339 miles
  • 2013 – 49,458 miles
  • 2012 – 47,037 miles
  • 2011 – 43,947 miles
  • 2010 – 40,640 miles
  • 2009 – 36,637 miles
  • 2008 – 33,677 miles
  • 2007 – 29,584 miles
  • 2006 – 25,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,887 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Antifreeze/coolant below minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,887 miles (+6,245)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    276251078460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,642 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    389936495899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,302 miles
    Test number
    913086674026
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail67,302 miles (+5,601)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,302 miles
    Test number
    157359849607
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass61,701 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    61,701 miles
    Test number
    483392751512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,572 miles (+2,905)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,572 miles
    Test number
    254459496709
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Pass58,667 miles (+2,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,667 miles
    Test number
    619081825644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass56,333 miles (+1,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,333 miles
    Test number
    553935702513
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass54,970 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,970 miles
    Test number
    638680819366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,665 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,665 miles
    Test number
    737669723475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    52,565 miles
    Test number
    371000234965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,565 miles (+1,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,565 miles
    Test number
    109868131504
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working n/s (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass51,450 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    522406511343
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAntifreeze/coolant below minimum

  14. Fail51,437 miles (+1,098)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    106495008076
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAntifreeze/coolant below minimum

  15. Fail50,339 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,339 miles
    Test number
    415319704361
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass50,339 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,339 miles
    Test number
    838139304320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,458 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,458 miles
    Test number
    717458203340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,037 miles (+3,090)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,037 miles
    Test number
    318347002350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,947 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,947 miles
    Test number
    489721001419
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass43,947 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,947 miles
    Test number
    849591001373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,640 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    464806300443
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass40,640 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,640 miles
    Test number
    523586200304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,637 miles (+2,960)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,637 miles
    Test number
    504300409340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,677 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,677 miles
    Test number
    264085698222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,584 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,584 miles
    Test number
    874638787246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,955 miles
    Test number
    243280096259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 EJO

Does LB51 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 EJO expired on 30 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 EJO?
The MOT on LB51 EJO expired on 30 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 EJO done?
LB51 EJO was recorded at 77,887 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2024, an average of 2,907 miles a year.
Has LB51 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 EJO has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 EJO 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 LB51 EJO find?
LB51 EJO passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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