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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB52 HCDMOT history

LB52 HCD is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 102,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,993 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 HCD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 HCD was last recorded at 102,993 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,066 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,927 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,993 miles
  • 2025 – 100,066 miles
  • 2024 – 95,206 miles
  • 2023 – 90,511 miles
  • 2022 – 85,172 miles
  • 2021 – 78,712 miles
  • 2020 – 75,263 miles
  • 2019 – 70,889 miles
  • 2018 – 65,930 miles
  • 2017 – 60,544 miles
  • 2016 – 55,971 miles
  • 2015 – 50,681 miles
  • 2014 – 45,990 miles
  • 2013 – 38,527 miles
  • 2012 – 34,593 miles
  • 2011 – 29,376 miles
  • 2010 – 24,181 miles
  • 2009 – 19,621 miles
  • 2008 – 14,886 miles
  • 2007 – 11,063 miles
  • 2006 – 7,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,993 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,993 miles (+2,927)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,993 miles
    Test number
    815524545568
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,066 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,066 miles
    Test number
    582539824525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,206 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,206 miles
    Test number
    801965782510
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail95,206 miles (+4,695)3 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,206 miles
    Test number
    771158734366
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass90,511 miles (+5,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,511 miles
    Test number
    460718138253
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,172 miles (+6,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    127526533419
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,712 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,712 miles
    Test number
    390012270617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,709 miles (+3,446)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,709 miles
    Test number
    445902218245
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,263 miles
    Test number
    491455534640
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail75,263 miles (+4,374)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,263 miles
    Test number
    863707029468
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,889 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    943767436258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,930 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,930 miles
    Test number
    584059846225
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail65,930 miles (+5,386)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,930 miles
    Test number
    541501946038
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass60,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,544 miles
    Test number
    554561022958
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail60,544 miles (+4,573)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,544 miles
    Test number
    579532421505
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass55,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,971 miles
    Test number
    541276201396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,971 miles (+5,290)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,971 miles
    Test number
    280241134465
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass50,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,681 miles
    Test number
    396103725046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail50,681 miles (+4,691)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,681 miles
    Test number
    687393425087
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass45,990 miles (+7,463)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,990 miles
    Test number
    438497914023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,527 miles (+3,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,527 miles
    Test number
    775371223001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass34,593 miles (+5,217)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    34,593 miles
    Test number
    158206922483
    • NoteAdvise cambekt change @ 100k/10year intervals.
    • NoteDry signs of coolant loss from thermostat housing area.
    • NoteExcess handbrake travel @ 8 notches - not coming to stop.
    • NoteFront wiper wear indicators yellow.
    • NoteRear wiper perished.

  23. Pass29,376 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,376 miles
    Test number
    846848821016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,181 miles (+4,560)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    24,181 miles
    Test number
    111528120058
    • NoteFront wiper wear indicators yellow and slightly smeary.

  25. Pass19,621 miles (+4,735)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,621 miles
    Test number
    700100439031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily worn but not to excess.
    • NoteSplits n/s/f tyre outer wall - not to cords and tread low (continental 195/60r1588v)

  26. Pass14,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,886 miles
    Test number
    892804628043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail14,886 miles (+3,823)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,886 miles
    Test number
    614454228091
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass11,063 miles (+3,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,063 miles
    Test number
    554251937061
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass7,507 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    7,507 miles
    Test number
    210460336038
    • NoteCenter exhaust silencer corroding but not blowing. (original exhaust system fitted)

Questions about LB52 HCD

Does LB52 HCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 HCD is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 HCD?
The MOT on LB52 HCD is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 HCD done?
LB52 HCD was recorded at 102,993 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has LB52 HCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 HCD has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 HCD 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 HCD find?
LB52 HCD passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: brake fluid low; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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