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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LC02 LHMMOT history

LC02 LHM is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 161,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

LC02 LHM blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,527 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 LHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 LHM was last recorded at 161,527 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,525 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,527 miles
  • 2025 – 149,002 miles
  • 2024 – 141,881 miles
  • 2023 – 137,491 miles
  • 2022 – 132,955 miles
  • 2021 – 130,532 miles
  • 2020 – 128,049 miles
  • 2019 – 125,771 miles
  • 2018 – 124,057 miles
  • 2017 – 122,945 miles
  • 2016 – 121,423 miles
  • 2015 – 119,322 miles
  • 2014 – 117,761 miles
  • 2013 – 115,980 miles
  • 2012 – 111,749 miles
  • 2011 – 106,931 miles
  • 2010 – 102,389 miles
  • 2009 – 97,773 miles
  • 2008 – 92,805 miles
  • 2007 – 86,456 miles
  • 2006 – 82,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,527 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft mount bearing noisyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Inner sills rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear heat shield loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,527 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,527 miles
    Test number
    729094298781
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft mount bearing noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail161,525 miles (+12,523)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,525 miles
    Test number
    182936388118
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft mount bearing noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass149,002 miles (+7,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    149,002 miles
    Test number
    300050780689
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,881 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,881 miles
    Test number
    433885527939
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Fail141,881 miles (+4,390)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,881 miles
    Test number
    228034390951
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass137,491 miles (+75)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,491 miles
    Test number
    198192946993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail137,416 miles (+4,461)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,416 miles
    Test number
    133157576949
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass132,955 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,955 miles
    Test number
    147624721024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake slow to reach maximum performance and is lower than near side
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  9. Fail132,955 miles (+2,423)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,955 miles
    Test number
    602893298605
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake slow to reach maximum performance and is lower than near side
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  10. Pass130,532 miles2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    130,532 miles
    Test number
    716839976352
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryTow bar rusty

  11. Fail130,532 miles (+2,483)2 major2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,532 miles
    Test number
    737477109247
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryTow bar rusty

  12. Pass128,049 miles (+11)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    128,049 miles
    Test number
    863040061015
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTow bar heavily corroded

  13. Fail128,038 miles (+2,267)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,038 miles
    Test number
    568215310616
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  14. Pass125,771 miles (+1,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    125,771 miles
    Test number
    215778957591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass124,057 miles (+1,112)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,057 miles
    Test number
    600181705374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass122,945 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,945 miles
    Test number
    888229576090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass121,423 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,423 miles
    Test number
    412543222148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass119,322 miles (+1,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    119,322 miles
    Test number
    928148025186
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass117,761 miles (+1,781)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    117,761 miles
    Test number
    919510034187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perrished

  20. Pass115,980 miles (+4,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    115,980 miles
    Test number
    817633733182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass111,749 miles (+4,818)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,749 miles
    Test number
    188846812101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory rear stop lamp not working

  22. Pass106,931 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,931 miles
    Test number
    407840911181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass102,389 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    102,389 miles
    Test number
    160355820105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass97,773 miles (+4,968)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,773 miles
    Test number
    471423819115
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow effort on offside handbrake

  25. Pass92,805 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    92,805 miles
    Test number
    272112028184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,456 miles (+4,346)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2008
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    582906407186
    • NoteNsr wheel bearing noisy

  27. Fail82,110 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    703318016100
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass82,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    761388816132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC02 LHM

Does LC02 LHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC02 LHM is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC02 LHM?
The MOT on LC02 LHM is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC02 LHM done?
LC02 LHM was recorded at 161,527 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 3,944 miles a year.
Has LC02 LHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 LHM has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC02 LHM 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 LC02 LHM find?
LC02 LHM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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