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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB57 ETUMOT history

LB57 ETU is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 163,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
163,075 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 ETU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 ETU was last recorded at 163,075 miles on 26 Oct 2025, 3,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
159,336 miles · 27 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,739 miles
Average per year
7,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,075 miles
  • 2024 – 159,336 miles
  • 2023 – 156,979 miles
  • 2022 – 153,297 miles
  • 2021 – 143,118 miles
  • 2020 – 137,548 miles
  • 2019 – 132,501 miles
  • 2018 – 121,055 miles
  • 2017 – 114,973 miles
  • 2016 – 108,898 miles
  • 2015 – 102,167 miles
  • 2014 – 95,173 miles
  • 2013 – 90,185 miles
  • 2012 – 85,840 miles
  • 2011 – 52,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,075 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear sills / arch corroded
  • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,075 miles (+3,739)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,075 miles
    Test number
    706289971894
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills / arch corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface rust

  2. Pass159,336 miles (+2,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,336 miles
    Test number
    709842427511
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,979 miles
    Test number
    396369522410
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both side front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail156,979 miles (+3,682)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,979 miles
    Test number
    316519375299
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both side front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass153,297 miles (+10,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,297 miles
    Test number
    881413976009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drop link lower rubber slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder body has advance corrosion to rear axle and components inc,rear inner sills

  6. Pass143,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,118 miles
    Test number
    719765362370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  7. Fail143,118 miles (+5,570)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,118 miles
    Test number
    150047895906
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  8. Pass137,548 miles (+5,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    137,548 miles
    Test number
    930783812236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass132,501 miles (+11,446)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,501 miles
    Test number
    154089203411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded, close to snapping (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass121,055 miles (+6,082)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,055 miles
    Test number
    731377515995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread ...unrepairable
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass114,973 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,973 miles
    Test number
    996104172195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,898 miles
    Test number
    971453677995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,898 miles (+6,731)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,898 miles
    Test number
    731044151332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HEAD LAMP BULB IN WRONG (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass102,167 miles (+6,994)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,167 miles
    Test number
    419919919389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass95,173 miles (+4,988)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    927379884276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass90,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,185 miles
    Test number
    266381093208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,185 miles (+4,345)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,185 miles
    Test number
    717191493280
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass85,840 miles (+14,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    475627392290
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass71,513 miles (+18,556)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    816949102024
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass52,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,957 miles
    Test number
    715553611080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 ETU

Does LB57 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 ETU is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 ETU?
The MOT on LB57 ETU is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 ETU done?
LB57 ETU was recorded at 163,075 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2025, an average of 7,448 miles a year.
Has LB57 ETU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 ETU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 ETU 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 LB57 ETU find?
LB57 ETU passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 3 more.

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