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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LB61 EKLMOT history

LB61 EKL is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 26 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,623 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 EKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 EKL was last recorded at 105,623 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 10,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,982 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,641 miles
Average per year
7,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,623 miles
  • 2025 – 94,982 miles
  • 2024 – 85,670 miles
  • 2023 – 77,829 miles
  • 2022 – 69,874 miles
  • 2021 – 59,675 miles
  • 2020 – 54,385 miles
  • 2019 – 53,427 miles
  • 2018 – 49,741 miles
  • 2017 – 44,927 miles
  • 2016 – 40,452 miles
  • 2014 – 24,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,623 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    589249335345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail105,623 miles (+10,641)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    373980467944
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass94,982 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,982 miles
    Test number
    901191525041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,728 miles (+9,058)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,728 miles
    Test number
    351916782985
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass85,670 miles (+7,841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,670 miles
    Test number
    800948059230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    248680806705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged bent between hose and caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail77,829 miles (+7,955)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    860240969305
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged bent between hose and caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass69,874 miles (+10,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,874 miles
    Test number
    549306056723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass59,675 miles (+5,290)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,675 miles
    Test number
    491153209299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,385 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    54,385 miles
    Test number
    712067819234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,427 miles (+3,686)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,427 miles
    Test number
    390131934115
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass49,741 miles (+4,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,741 miles
    Test number
    414288344701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass44,927 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,927 miles
    Test number
    533774193060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,452 miles (+6,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,452 miles
    Test number
    867528775711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass33,516 miles (+9,226)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,516 miles
    Test number
    332992108870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,290 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    24,290 miles
    Test number
    265249804390
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB61 EKL

Does LB61 EKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 EKL is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 EKL?
The MOT on LB61 EKL is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 EKL done?
LB61 EKL was recorded at 105,623 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 7,202 miles a year.
Has LB61 EKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 EKL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 EKL 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 LB61 EKL find?
LB61 EKL passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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