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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LB55 VBXMOT history

LB55 VBX is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2024
Mileage
150,575 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2024
Latest MOT test
12 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VBX was last recorded at 150,575 miles on 12 May 2023, 9,936 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,639 miles · 26 May 2022
Between the last two tests
9,936 miles
Average per year
8,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,575 miles
  • 2022 – 140,639 miles
  • 2021 – 129,700 miles
  • 2020 – 123,542 miles
  • 2019 – 113,629 miles
  • 2017 – 101,278 miles
  • 2016 – 90,623 miles
  • 2015 – 77,674 miles
  • 2014 – 65,577 miles
  • 2013 – 53,842 miles
  • 2012 – 41,892 miles
  • 2011 – 37,092 miles
  • 2010 – 33,031 miles
  • 2009 – 29,345 miles
  • 2008 – 26,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,575 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,575 miles
    Test number
    497203455357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail150,572 miles (+9,933)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,572 miles
    Test number
    739468242825
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass140,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    140,639 miles
    Test number
    166844648203
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,639 miles (+10,939)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,639 miles
    Test number
    325557938265
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,700 miles (+6,158)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,700 miles
    Test number
    262834276338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,542 miles
    Test number
    559837815973
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail123,542 miles (+9,913)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,542 miles
    Test number
    137330617928
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,629 miles
    Test number
    344726823421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail113,629 miles (+12,351)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,629 miles
    Test number
    596618316636
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,278 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    353152105818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail101,278 miles (+10,655)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    225015301258
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass90,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    336068706030
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail90,623 miles (+12,949)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    898088167737
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass77,674 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    77,674 miles
    Test number
    717920848147
    • AdvisoryWear to both front brake discs

  15. Fail77,674 miles (+12,097)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,674 miles
    Test number
    819869112162
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryWear to both front brake discs

  16. Fail65,577 miles1 repaired6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    806434554324
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass65,577 miles (+11,735)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    817514854346
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass53,842 miles (+11,950)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,842 miles
    Test number
    448397253319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,892 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    438802942466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,092 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    886853441328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,031 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,031 miles
    Test number
    244514740359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,345 miles (+2,992)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    790671239358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,353 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,353 miles
    Test number
    560947248342
    • NoteBoth rear tyre side walls cracking

Questions about LB55 VBX

Does LB55 VBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 VBX expired on 25 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VBX?
The MOT on LB55 VBX expired on 25 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 VBX done?
LB55 VBX was recorded at 150,575 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2023, an average of 8,619 miles a year.
Has LB55 VBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VBX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 VBX 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 LB55 VBX find?
LB55 VBX passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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