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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB61 SXNMOT history

LB61 SXN is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 51,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
51,727 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 SXN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 SXN was last recorded at 51,727 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 3,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,484 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,243 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,727 miles
  • 2025 – 48,484 miles
  • 2024 – 44,443 miles
  • 2023 – 41,423 miles
  • 2022 – 39,480 miles
  • 2021 – 36,911 miles
  • 2020 – 34,282 miles
  • 2019 – 30,938 miles
  • 2018 – 24,261 miles
  • 2017 – 16,966 miles
  • 2016 – 11,785 miles
  • 2015 – 9,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,727 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Condensation in offside headlamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,727 miles (+3,243)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    51,727 miles
    Test number
    277052007754
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass48,484 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,484 miles
    Test number
    700772445275
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail48,483 miles (+4,040)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    229528281153
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass44,443 miles (+3,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,443 miles
    Test number
    936251573700
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass41,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,423 miles
    Test number
    877042250975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail41,423 miles (+1,943)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,423 miles
    Test number
    587499223816
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  7. Pass39,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    39,480 miles
    Test number
    288805131642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,480 miles (+2,569)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,480 miles
    Test number
    755899703832
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative water/ condensation in both headlamps (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass36,911 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,911 miles
    Test number
    797850808581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in offside headlamp

  10. Fail36,911 miles (+2,629)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,911 miles
    Test number
    766828110939
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in offside headlamp

  11. Pass34,282 miles (+3,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,282 miles
    Test number
    764967580316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass30,938 miles (+6,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    30,938 miles
    Test number
    462942759565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass24,261 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    24,261 miles
    Test number
    567806104227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,966 miles (+5,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    16,966 miles
    Test number
    529181416223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  15. Pass11,785 miles (+2,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    11,785 miles
    Test number
    245247437617
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail9,598 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,598 miles
    Test number
    748600835043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass9,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    9,598 miles
    Test number
    925120735013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 SXN

Does LB61 SXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 SXN is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 SXN?
The MOT on LB61 SXN is valid until 6 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 SXN done?
LB61 SXN was recorded at 51,727 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has LB61 SXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 SXN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 SXN 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 SXN find?
LB61 SXN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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