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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

LB51 FMOMOT history

LB51 FMO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 90,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
90,894 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 FMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 FMO was last recorded at 90,894 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 9,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,651 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,243 miles
Average per year
3,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,894 miles
  • 2024 – 81,651 miles
  • 2023 – 79,287 miles
  • 2022 – 76,455 miles
  • 2021 – 74,330 miles
  • 2020 – 72,348 miles
  • 2019 – 69,089 miles
  • 2018 – 65,552 miles
  • 2017 – 61,542 miles
  • 2016 – 58,538 miles
  • 2015 – 55,841 miles
  • 2014 – 53,393 miles
  • 2013 – 50,345 miles
  • 2012 – 46,948 miles
  • 2011 – 44,662 miles
  • 2010 – 39,056 miles
  • 2009 – 31,709 miles
  • 2008 – 28,656 miles
  • 2007 – 25,288 miles
  • 2006 – 21,222 miles
  • 2005 – 17,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,894 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,894 miles (+9,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    90,894 miles
    Test number
    357476383071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Pass81,651 miles (+2,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,651 miles
    Test number
    970705544799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output headlight going opaque (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hole in lower wing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,287 miles (+2,832)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,287 miles
    Test number
    368981483774
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded

  4. Pass76,455 miles (+2,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    410814653189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded

  5. Pass74,330 miles (+1,982)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,330 miles
    Test number
    947258389256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,348 miles (+3,259)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,348 miles
    Test number
    494765557688
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine + Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass69,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,089 miles
    Test number
    513652705804
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail69,089 miles (+3,537)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,089 miles
    Test number
    948553205708
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass65,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,552 miles
    Test number
    471877634016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,552 miles (+4,010)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,552 miles
    Test number
    523508610271
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass61,542 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,542 miles
    Test number
    168734061891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,538 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,538 miles
    Test number
    293880357111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,251 miles (+2,410)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,251 miles
    Test number
    724630294232
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass55,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    539685750057
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  15. Fail55,841 miles (+2,448)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    530938989745
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  16. Pass53,393 miles (+3,048)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,393 miles
    Test number
    697865924354
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  17. Pass50,345 miles (+3,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,345 miles
    Test number
    526519523325
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded badly

  18. Pass46,948 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,948 miles
    Test number
    768982732305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,662 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,662 miles
    Test number
    515689931360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,056 miles
    Test number
    243133640390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,056 miles (+7,347)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,056 miles
    Test number
    522153840365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass31,709 miles (+3,053)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    813108749382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side front tyre perrishing
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perrish

  23. Pass28,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,656 miles
    Test number
    623052438375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,656 miles (+3,368)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,656 miles
    Test number
    873402638397
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass25,288 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,288 miles
    Test number
    384236347367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,222 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,222 miles
    Test number
    581144426391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    17,476 miles
    Test number
    921936125365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 FMO

Does LB51 FMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 FMO is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 FMO?
The MOT on LB51 FMO is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 FMO done?
LB51 FMO was recorded at 90,894 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 3,668 miles a year.
Has LB51 FMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 FMO has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LB51 FMO 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 FMO find?
LB51 FMO passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear fuel pipe/s corroded.

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