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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LB52 EMXMOT history

LB52 EMX is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 13 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 133,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
133,789 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 EMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 EMX was last recorded at 133,789 miles on 18 Nov 2022, 7,524 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,265 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,524 miles
Average per year
5,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,789 miles
  • 2021 – 126,265 miles
  • 2020 – 122,308 miles
  • 2019 – 120,184 miles
  • 2018 – 117,143 miles
  • 2017 – 113,447 miles
  • 2015 – 90,384 miles
  • 2014 – 85,062 miles
  • 2013 – 80,716 miles
  • 2012 – 74,095 miles
  • 2011 – 67,699 miles
  • 2010 – 56,512 miles
  • 2009 – 52,409 miles
  • 2008 – 46,672 miles
  • 2007 – 42,162 miles
  • 2006 – 37,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,789 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside and nearside rear inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,789 miles (+7,524)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    133,789 miles
    Test number
    642660065252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass126,265 miles (+3,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,265 miles
    Test number
    838374187001
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside emerging

  3. Pass122,308 miles (+2,124)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,308 miles
    Test number
    879457684686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body by rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body by rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear (inner) sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass120,184 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,184 miles
    Test number
    233823636646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail120,184 miles (+3,041)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,184 miles
    Test number
    648861186231
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn out of shape
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass117,143 miles (+3,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,143 miles
    Test number
    506495376799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension off sub-frame corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass113,447 miles (+23,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,447 miles
    Test number
    793545543018
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass90,384 miles (+5,322)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,384 miles
    Test number
    595289915115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,062 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,062 miles
    Test number
    749313334108
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail85,048 miles (+4,332)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,048 miles
    Test number
    915096414135
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass80,716 miles (+6,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,716 miles
    Test number
    717043723138
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass74,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,095 miles
    Test number
    478151822156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,095 miles (+6,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,095 miles
    Test number
    815301422125
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass67,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    389304121142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,699 miles (+11,187)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    605824621183
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass56,512 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    244474520143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,409 miles (+5,737)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,409 miles
    Test number
    212285539173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass46,672 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,672 miles
    Test number
    711021058061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,162 miles
    Test number
    112684557083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,162 miles (+4,792)1 dangerous4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,162 miles
    Test number
    524122257019
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail37,370 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,370 miles
    Test number
    391403856081
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass37,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    37,370 miles
    Test number
    912393056013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 EMX

Does LB52 EMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 EMX expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 EMX?
The MOT on LB52 EMX expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 EMX done?
LB52 EMX was recorded at 133,789 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2022, an average of 5,761 miles a year.
Has LB52 EMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 EMX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LB52 EMX 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 LB52 EMX find?
LB52 EMX passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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