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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,560 cc

LB57 GKCMOT history

LB57 GKC is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 17 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 208,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
208,246 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 GKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 GKC was last recorded at 208,246 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,211 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
11,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,246 miles
  • 2025 – 198,800 miles
  • 2024 – 188,140 miles
  • 2023 – 177,518 miles
  • 2022 – 166,893 miles
  • 2021 – 155,252 miles
  • 2020 – 148,001 miles
  • 2019 – 138,579 miles
  • 2018 – 130,424 miles
  • 2017 – 123,161 miles
  • 2016 – 111,090 miles
  • 2015 – 97,920 miles
  • 2014 – 84,490 miles
  • 2013 – 71,644 miles
  • 2012 – 71,319 miles
  • 2011 – 55,053 miles
  • 2010 – 38,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,246 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- droplinks (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under tray loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated reserve travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,246 miles (+35)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    208,246 miles
    Test number
    353242166633
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- droplinks (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  2. Fail208,211 miles (+9,411)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,211 miles
    Test number
    103378635628
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides-inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- droplinks (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  3. Pass198,800 miles (+10,660)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    198,800 miles
    Test number
    981002043850
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides- inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass188,140 miles (+10,622)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    188,140 miles
    Test number
    110562333222
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  5. Pass177,518 miles (+10,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    177,518 miles
    Test number
    165192352008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass166,893 miles (+11,641)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,893 miles
    Test number
    279964623004
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet mechanism damaged

  7. Pass155,252 miles (+7,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    155,252 miles
    Test number
    543409881251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  8. Pass148,001 miles (+116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,001 miles
    Test number
    989083588457
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  9. Fail147,885 miles (+9,306)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,885 miles
    Test number
    370057627621
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides- inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  10. Pass138,579 miles (+8,155)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    138,579 miles
    Test number
    860894278273
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly misshapen
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  11. Pass130,424 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    130,424 miles
    Test number
    210399742771
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail130,377 miles (+7,216)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,377 miles
    Test number
    568335534820
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure front bush- bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding (3.5.1k)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass123,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,161 miles
    Test number
    103902093863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,154 miles (+12,064)5 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,154 miles
    Test number
    625572131280
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  15. Pass111,090 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    366399641742
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin On allowable limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail111,090 miles (+13,170)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    874038517476
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin On allowable limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail97,920 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    267289465007
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass97,920 miles (+13,430)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    556229365054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,490 miles (+12,846)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,490 miles
    Test number
    746801854025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,644 miles (+325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,644 miles
    Test number
    968348353054
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  21. Pass71,319 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,319 miles
    Test number
    985042952381
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail71,319 miles (+16,266)2 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,319 miles
    Test number
    118678942394
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Fail55,053 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,053 miles
    Test number
    447358841327
    • Repaired at testFront Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass55,053 miles (+16,577)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    55,053 miles
    Test number
    536128441332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,476 miles
    Test number
    684394440387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,476 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,476 miles
    Test number
    774284140393
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LB57 GKC

Does LB57 GKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 GKC is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 GKC?
The MOT on LB57 GKC is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 GKC done?
LB57 GKC was recorded at 208,246 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 11,061 miles a year.
Has LB57 GKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 GKC has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 GKC 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 GKC find?
LB57 GKC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides- droplinks; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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