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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LB51 FKWMOT history

LB51 FKW is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 150,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2024
Mileage
150,660 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 FKW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 FKW was last recorded at 150,660 miles on 10 Oct 2023, 8,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,794 miles · 28 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
8,866 miles
Average per year
6,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,660 miles
  • 2022 – 141,794 miles
  • 2021 – 134,906 miles
  • 2020 – 130,544 miles
  • 2019 – 126,095 miles
  • 2018 – 118,495 miles
  • 2017 – 111,568 miles
  • 2016 – 104,446 miles
  • 2015 – 98,152 miles
  • 2014 – 91,921 miles
  • 2013 – 86,183 miles
  • 2012 – 80,680 miles
  • 2011 – 75,265 miles
  • 2010 – 68,098 miles
  • 2009 – 61,821 miles
  • 2008 – 54,650 miles
  • 2007 – 46,470 miles
  • 2006 – 38,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,660 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • EML LIGHT ON DASH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,660 miles (+8,866)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,660 miles
    Test number
    929210957431
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    141,794 miles
    Test number
    998798498818
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail141,793 miles (+6,887)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,793 miles
    Test number
    722960806693
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass134,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,906 miles
    Test number
    417805185931
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail134,906 miles (+4,362)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,906 miles
    Test number
    834323447220
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass130,544 miles (+2)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    150468231936
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON DASH
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged wing mirror glass
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack gator damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perished
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to expansion bottle

  7. Fail130,542 miles (+4,447)1 dangerous4 major4 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,542 miles
    Test number
    520251854563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON DASH
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged wing mirror glass
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack gator damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes perished
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to expansion bottle

  8. Pass126,095 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,095 miles
    Test number
    999821397124
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisorySteering rack and pipes damp

  9. Fail126,094 miles (+7,599)1 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,094 miles
    Test number
    527380194254
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisorySteering rack and pipes damp

  10. Pass118,495 miles (+49)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    334759607013
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust mounts corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear inner sills

  11. Fail118,446 miles (+6,878)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,446 miles
    Test number
    203080033463
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust mounts corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear inner sills

  12. Pass111,568 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,568 miles
    Test number
    488436495214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to inner sills

  13. Fail111,566 miles (+7,120)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,566 miles
    Test number
    720972999978
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind liner (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind liner (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind liner (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind liner (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to inner sills
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  14. Pass104,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,446 miles
    Test number
    229591670562
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both heavily (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail104,445 miles (+6,293)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    165277098577
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both heavily (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass98,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,152 miles
    Test number
    469556114892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail98,151 miles (+6,230)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    152467816967
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass91,921 miles (+5,738)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,921 miles
    Test number
    907441804331
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on legal limit worn inner edge

  19. Pass86,183 miles (+5,503)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,183 miles
    Test number
    657445393217
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn close to the limit

  20. Pass80,680 miles (+5,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,680 miles
    Test number
    808943392248
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

  21. Pass75,265 miles (+7,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,265 miles
    Test number
    339198391408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass68,098 miles (+6,277)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,098 miles
    Test number
    661328390237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,821 miles (+7,171)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,821 miles
    Test number
    321948289406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    54,650 miles
    Test number
    990272308310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,649 miles (+8,179)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,649 miles
    Test number
    491722708440
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass46,470 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,470 miles
    Test number
    461742697284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre is getting low

  27. Fail46,470 miles (+8,042)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,470 miles
    Test number
    984562897226
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre is getting low

  28. Pass38,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,428 miles
    Test number
    840016996252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 FKW

Does LB51 FKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 FKW expired on 27 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 FKW?
The MOT on LB51 FKW expired on 27 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 FKW done?
LB51 FKW was recorded at 150,660 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2023, an average of 6,616 miles a year.
Has LB51 FKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 FKW has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 FKW 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 FKW find?
LB51 FKW passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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