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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

LB57 LYVMOT history

LB57 LYV is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
118,680 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
21 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB57 LYV was last recorded at 118,680 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 4,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,630 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,050 miles
Average per year
6,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,680 miles
  • 2025 – 114,630 miles
  • 2024 – 110,791 miles
  • 2023 – 105,337 miles
  • 2022 – 103,127 miles
  • 2021 – 99,153 miles
  • 2020 – 94,434 miles
  • 2019 – 91,719 miles
  • 2018 – 83,509 miles
  • 2017 – 76,106 miles
  • 2016 – 67,129 miles
  • 2015 – 56,449 miles
  • 2014 – 49,956 miles
  • 2013 – 44,542 miles
  • 2012 – 37,087 miles
  • 2011 – 29,094 miles
  • 2010 – 19,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,680 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,680 miles (+4,050)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,680 miles
    Test number
    108144181046
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,630 miles
    Test number
    474973743406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail114,630 miles (+3,839)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,630 miles
    Test number
    578129184678
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass110,791 miles (+5,454)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    110,791 miles
    Test number
    842389057398
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,337 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    105,337 miles
    Test number
    814799954622
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail105,337 miles (+2,210)3 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,337 miles
    Test number
    308360090559
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,127 miles (+3,974)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,127 miles
    Test number
    246466864598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low on inner edges

  8. Pass99,153 miles (+4,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,153 miles
    Test number
    301368704967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass94,434 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,434 miles
    Test number
    524145255997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,428 miles (+2,709)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,428 miles
    Test number
    467503678271
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,719 miles (+8,210)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,719 miles
    Test number
    377520771034
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front uneven tyre wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass83,509 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    929752294757
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail83,509 miles (+7,403)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    816117455538
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass76,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,106 miles
    Test number
    212364759494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,106 miles (+8,977)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,106 miles
    Test number
    985146079124
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass67,129 miles (+10,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,129 miles
    Test number
    676086206964
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass56,449 miles (+6,493)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,449 miles
    Test number
    169210794348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,956 miles (+5,414)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,956 miles
    Test number
    848363334387
    • NoteFront lower arm rear bushes seperating
    • NoteSlight bend in off side front wheel rim on inner face.

  19. Pass44,542 miles (+7,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,542 miles
    Test number
    399465053394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass37,087 miles (+68)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,087 miles
    Test number
    677359952348
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail37,019 miles (+7,925)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,019 miles
    Test number
    505965752358
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass29,094 miles (+9,615)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,094 miles
    Test number
    835581751351
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing low on inner secondary tread grooves band.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is starting to wear low on tread. ( central band )

  23. Pass19,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    19,479 miles
    Test number
    491095340467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB57 LYV

Does LB57 LYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 LYV expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LYV?
The MOT on LB57 LYV expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 LYV done?
LB57 LYV was recorded at 118,680 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 6,348 miles a year.
Has LB57 LYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LYV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 LYV 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 LYV find?
LB57 LYV failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 11 more.

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