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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,753 cc

LB56 SFUMOT history

LB56 SFU is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 25 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
94,783 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 SFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 SFU was last recorded at 94,783 miles on 25 Apr 2022, 10,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,829 miles · 21 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
10,954 miles
Average per year
4,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,783 miles
  • 2021 – 83,829 miles
  • 2020 – 82,093 miles
  • 2019 – 79,702 miles
  • 2018 – 75,795 miles
  • 2017 – 72,790 miles
  • 2016 – 70,286 miles
  • 2015 – 67,250 miles
  • 2014 – 63,281 miles
  • 2013 – 58,282 miles
  • 2012 – 53,555 miles
  • 2011 – 49,265 miles
  • 2010 – 43,665 miles
  • 2009 – 38,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,783 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeat shield damaged /loose

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.

  • Central Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Rear tow bar components has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Towbar component slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,783 miles (+10,954)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,783 miles
    Test number
    880202899497
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield damaged /loose

  2. Pass83,829 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    189802382915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,093 miles (+2,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,093 miles
    Test number
    267021025425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear back box second skin pealing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm front bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass79,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    421052629566
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear back box second skin peeling
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover has damage to it (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail79,701 miles (+3,906)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,701 miles
    Test number
    114664160104
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear back box second skin peeling
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing dust cover has damage to it (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass75,795 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,795 miles
    Test number
    142521346268
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear tow bar components has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail75,795 miles (+3,005)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,795 miles
    Test number
    892646720664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached bush is delaminating and in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear tow bar components has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass72,790 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    658434295556
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail72,778 miles (+2,492)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,778 miles
    Test number
    669307214138
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass70,286 miles (+3,036)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    753682285303
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  11. Pass67,250 miles (+3,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,250 miles
    Test number
    173638401621
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass63,281 miles (+4,999)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,281 miles
    Test number
    385608134217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,282 miles (+4,727)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,282 miles
    Test number
    577168643207
    • NoteChassis and suspension sprayed in waste oil

  14. Pass53,555 miles (+4,290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,555 miles
    Test number
    497225932276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,265 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,265 miles
    Test number
    636369751233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,665 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,665 miles
    Test number
    324590460423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,297 miles
    Test number
    831541359229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 SFU

Does LB56 SFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 SFU expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 SFU?
The MOT on LB56 SFU expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 SFU done?
LB56 SFU was recorded at 94,783 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2022, an average of 4,473 miles a year.
Has LB56 SFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 SFU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB56 SFU 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 LB56 SFU find?
LB56 SFU passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 1 more.

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