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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LB55 VHKMOT history

LB55 VHK is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2025
Mileage
142,829 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VHK
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 16 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VHK was last recorded at 142,829 miles on 17 Jan 2024, 4,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,181 miles · 14 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,648 miles
Average per year
8,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,829 miles
  • 2023 – 138,181 miles
  • 2022 – 132,663 miles
  • 2021 – 126,756 miles
  • 2019 – 119,593 miles
  • 2018 – 108,929 miles
  • 2017 – 99,493 miles
  • 2016 – 89,359 miles
  • 2015 – 79,376 miles
  • 2014 – 70,901 miles
  • 2013 – 63,304 miles
  • 2012 – 52,909 miles
  • 2011 – 43,834 miles
  • 2010 – 33,471 miles
  • 2009 – 23,994 miles
  • 2008 – 15,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,829 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,829 miles (+4,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,829 miles
    Test number
    300270331098
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass138,181 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,181 miles
    Test number
    186643803502
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns+os sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail138,181 miles (+5,518)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,181 miles
    Test number
    195605796329
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns+os sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass132,663 miles (+5,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,663 miles
    Test number
    835883467848
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,756 miles (+7,163)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,756 miles
    Test number
    936192726782
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,593 miles
    Test number
    136141245227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,593 miles (+10,664)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,593 miles
    Test number
    978653207201
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake calliper spring insecure. Refitted during test

  8. Pass108,929 miles (+9,436)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,929 miles
    Test number
    231504796164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,493 miles (+10,134)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,493 miles
    Test number
    820666692870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,359 miles (+9,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,359 miles
    Test number
    460822378062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass79,376 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    387307575111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,374 miles (+8,473)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,374 miles
    Test number
    248626175124
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass70,901 miles (+7,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,901 miles
    Test number
    958627394168
    • 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)

  14. Pass63,304 miles (+10,395)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,304 miles
    Test number
    135769443288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers poor

  15. Pass52,909 miles (+9,075)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,909 miles
    Test number
    767631752235
    • Note1 front brake pads 60% worn

  16. Pass43,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    128422051252
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail43,834 miles (+10,363)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    768202851281
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass33,471 miles (+9,477)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,471 miles
    Test number
    953919330284
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass23,994 miles (+8,314)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,994 miles
    Test number
    383170849252
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass15,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,680 miles
    Test number
    191006258231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VHK

Does LB55 VHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 VHK expired on 16 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VHK?
The MOT on LB55 VHK expired on 16 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 VHK done?
LB55 VHK was recorded at 142,829 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2024, an average of 8,286 miles a year.
Has LB55 VHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VHK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 VHK 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 VHK find?
LB55 VHK passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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