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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

LB51 SKUMOT history

LB51 SKU is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
132,121 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB51 SKU was last recorded at 132,121 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 2,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,050 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,071 miles
Average per year
5,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,121 miles
  • 2024 – 130,050 miles
  • 2023 – 127,736 miles
  • 2022 – 125,380 miles
  • 2021 – 122,689 miles
  • 2020 – 121,626 miles
  • 2019 – 120,085 miles
  • 2018 – 116,675 miles
  • 2017 – 110,329 miles
  • 2016 – 104,163 miles
  • 2015 – 96,931 miles
  • 2014 – 90,597 miles
  • 2013 – 86,173 miles
  • 2012 – 79,930 miles
  • 2011 – 75,962 miles
  • 2010 – 69,963 miles
  • 2009 – 60,604 miles
  • 2008 – 55,174 miles
  • 2007 – 48,442 miles
  • 2006 – 41,782 miles
  • 2005 – 31,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,121 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,121 miles (+2,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    132,121 miles
    Test number
    144190310720
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,050 miles (+2,314)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,050 miles
    Test number
    480370178020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    127,736 miles
    Test number
    131901961599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail127,736 miles (+2,356)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,736 miles
    Test number
    708294055514
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,380 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    125,380 miles
    Test number
    224108013818
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail125,378 miles (+2,689)3 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,378 miles
    Test number
    367767736891
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,689 miles (+1,063)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,689 miles
    Test number
    972580285413
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass121,626 miles (+1,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    790985454766
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass120,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,085 miles
    Test number
    396400477882
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front Brake Discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear Brake Discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail120,085 miles (+3,410)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,085 miles
    Test number
    103945744986
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front Brake Discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear Brake Discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  11. Pass116,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,675 miles
    Test number
    949668361226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,675 miles (+6,346)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,675 miles
    Test number
    987545128085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached Snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass110,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,329 miles
    Test number
    955125637498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail110,329 miles (+6,166)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,329 miles
    Test number
    430105868856
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass104,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,163 miles
    Test number
    842669834015
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure

  16. Fail104,163 miles (+7,232)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,163 miles
    Test number
    684490360875
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure

  17. Pass96,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    713852077343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,931 miles (+6,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    969517075953
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass90,597 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,597 miles
    Test number
    149397414338
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSump corroded and leaking

  20. Fail90,597 miles (+4,424)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,597 miles
    Test number
    166157714381
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSump corroded and leaking

  21. Pass86,173 miles (+6,243)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    86,173 miles
    Test number
    858285113335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteNearside parking brake effort low
    • NoteOffside front Tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass79,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    438418712422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,930 miles (+3,968)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    258348112356
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass75,962 miles (+5,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,962 miles
    Test number
    328538721375
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass69,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,963 miles
    Test number
    272597620392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,963 miles (+9,359)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,963 miles
    Test number
    712317620362
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass60,604 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,604 miles
    Test number
    724196619359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,174 miles
    Test number
    644821038354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail55,174 miles (+6,732)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,174 miles
    Test number
    263151538330
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass48,442 miles (+6,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    244166927366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass41,782 miles (+9,844)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    250677026328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge and low on tread

  32. Pass31,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,938 miles
    Test number
    203156525328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 SKU

Does LB51 SKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 SKU is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SKU?
The MOT on LB51 SKU is valid until 28 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 SKU done?
LB51 SKU was recorded at 132,121 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,022 miles a year.
Has LB51 SKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SKU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 SKU 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 SKU find?
LB51 SKU passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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