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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,388 cc

LB51 MVGMOT history

LB51 MVG is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2021
Mileage
144,813 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 MVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 MVG was last recorded at 144,813 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 9,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Dec 2019: 133,544 miles, lower than 136,457 miles on 23 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
135,607 miles · 7 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
9,206 miles
Average per year
6,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 144,813 miles
  • 2020 – 135,607 miles
  • 2019 – 133,544 miles
  • 2018 – 136,457 miles
  • 2017 – 129,671 miles
  • 2016 – 126,154 miles
  • 2015 – 121,757 miles
  • 2014 – 114,583 miles
  • 2013 – 106,589 miles
  • 2012 – 98,095 miles
  • 2011 – 89,361 miles
  • 2010 – 81,662 miles
  • 2009 – 73,172 miles
  • 2008 – 64,733 miles
  • 2007 – 56,524 miles
  • 2006 – 48,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,813 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,813 miles (+9,206)1 dangerous6 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,813 miles
    Test number
    904366290573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass135,607 miles (+2,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,607 miles
    Test number
    783086703604
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass133,544 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,544 miles
    Test number
    194623444654
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filler pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres close to wear bars. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,544 miles (-2,913)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,544 miles
    Test number
    665448551451
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working reservoir empty (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filler pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres close to wear bars. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    356495807973
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail136,457 miles (+6,786)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    473963287898
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass129,671 miles (+3,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,671 miles
    Test number
    536075198947
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust support broken, but system secre.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass126,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    126,154 miles
    Test number
    168009353500
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe and vent pipe to fuel tank corroded.

  9. Fail126,154 miles (+4,397)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,154 miles
    Test number
    554625389542
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Upper Fuel pipe leaking Snap connector not locked in. (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel pipe and vent pipe to fuel tank corroded.

  10. Pass121,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,757 miles
    Test number
    758974431992
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filler and overflow pipes corroded.

  11. Fail121,757 miles (+7,174)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,757 miles
    Test number
    433286203212
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filler and overflow pipes corroded.

  12. Fail114,583 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    678521924310
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass114,583 miles (+7,994)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    818641724357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    468277423427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,589 miles (+8,494)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    659507723365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Fail98,095 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,095 miles
    Test number
    516329522304
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass98,095 miles (+8,734)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,095 miles
    Test number
    639019622374
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass89,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    328305421365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,361 miles (+7,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    659345921350
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass81,662 miles (+8,490)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    81,662 miles
    Test number
    211896320347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,172 miles (+8,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    961277629302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass64,733 miles (+8,209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,733 miles
    Test number
    472332338360
    • NoteO/S/Front tyre geting low on 3MM

  23. Pass56,524 miles (+8,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    313120737377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  24. Pass48,047 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,047 miles
    Test number
    203124126391
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB51 MVG

Does LB51 MVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 MVG expired on 9 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 MVG?
The MOT on LB51 MVG expired on 9 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 MVG done?
LB51 MVG was recorded at 144,813 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 6,452 miles a year.
Has LB51 MVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 MVG has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB51 MVG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Dec 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 MVG find?
LB51 MVG failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 4 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 17 more.

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