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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,560 cc

LB55 VFJMOT history

LB55 VFJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
70,645 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VFJ was last recorded at 70,645 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 3,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,360 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,285 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,645 miles
  • 2025 – 67,360 miles
  • 2024 – 65,762 miles
  • 2023 – 62,591 miles
  • 2022 – 59,768 miles
  • 2021 – 57,707 miles
  • 2020 – 54,847 miles
  • 2019 – 49,968 miles
  • 2018 – 45,363 miles
  • 2017 – 43,815 miles
  • 2016 – 41,033 miles
  • 2015 – 39,450 miles
  • 2013 – 37,735 miles
  • 2012 – 35,644 miles
  • 2011 – 33,490 miles
  • 2010 – 30,310 miles
  • 2009 – 25,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,645 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll of rear suspension corroded
  • AdvisoryEngine management light onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,645 miles (+3,285)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    70,645 miles
    Test number
    730320490567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll of rear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Pass67,360 miles (+1,598)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    185520639344
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings rusty
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on, with in year
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light in op

  3. Pass65,762 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,762 miles
    Test number
    235318338426
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail65,762 miles (+3,171)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,762 miles
    Test number
    230630544232
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass62,591 miles (+2,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,591 miles
    Test number
    682455328335
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass59,768 miles (+2,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    59,768 miles
    Test number
    777458125741
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass57,707 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,707 miles
    Test number
    475071539016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,847 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,847 miles
    Test number
    290004519640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,968 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    767086193539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,363 miles (+1,548)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,363 miles
    Test number
    814919017565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,815 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,815 miles
    Test number
    797846404443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail43,814 miles (+2,781)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,814 miles
    Test number
    245897670590
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass41,033 miles (+1,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,033 miles
    Test number
    829100264558
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light on

  14. Pass39,450 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,450 miles
    Test number
    166477025435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail39,428 miles (+1,693)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,428 miles
    Test number
    577042025095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass37,735 miles (+2,091)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,735 miles
    Test number
    378289433201
    • NoteEngine light on

  17. Pass35,644 miles (+2,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,644 miles
    Test number
    329547532213
    • NoteFault in Engine system

  18. Pass33,490 miles (+3,180)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,490 miles
    Test number
    387283641202
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass30,310 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,310 miles
    Test number
    760154440236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,584 miles
    Test number
    302565719248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VFJ

Does LB55 VFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VFJ is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VFJ?
The MOT on LB55 VFJ is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VFJ done?
LB55 VFJ was recorded at 70,645 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has LB55 VFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VFJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 VFJ 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 VFJ find?
LB55 VFJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front fog lamp lens damaged, and 4 more.

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