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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LC03 VBXMOT history

LC03 VBX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2023.

LC03 VBX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2023
Mileage
105,288 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 VBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC03 VBX was last recorded at 105,288 miles on 25 Nov 2023, 3,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,725 miles · 26 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,563 miles
Average per year
5,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,288 miles
  • 2022 – 101,725 miles
  • 2021 – 99,716 miles
  • 2020 – 97,933 miles
  • 2019 – 93,698 miles
  • 2018 – 91,391 miles
  • 2017 – 88,157 miles
  • 2016 – 85,236 miles
  • 2015 – 80,780 miles
  • 2014 – 75,236 miles
  • 2013 – 69,437 miles
  • 2012 – 64,991 miles
  • 2011 – 57,364 miles
  • 2010 – 49,248 miles
  • 2009 – 40,078 miles
  • 2008 – 31,624 miles
  • 2007 – 26,654 miles
  • 2006 – 15,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,288 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting corrosion on sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hangers corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion on rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion on rear shocker mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front tyres wearing outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight play in o/s ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion on rear coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,288 miles (+3,563)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,288 miles
    Test number
    178516341710
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting corrosion on sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hangers corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,725 miles (+2,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,725 miles
    Test number
    372885808311
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear inner shocker support panels
    • AdvisoryPlay in front o/s anti roll bar link
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front bottom ball joint

  3. Pass99,716 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,716 miles
    Test number
    483451570449
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear shocker mounts
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing outer edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s ball joint

  4. Fail99,715 miles (+1,782)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    314314488893
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/s outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear shocker mounts
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing outer edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s ball joint

  5. Pass97,933 miles (+4,235)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,933 miles
    Test number
    107645760486
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers leaking oil
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel filler pipes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear shocker top mount area
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly out of balance
    • AdvisoryFront flexy brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake dragging slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm front bushes starting to split

  6. Pass93,698 miles (+26)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,698 miles
    Test number
    914610767809
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear coil springs
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm at n/s front bush becoming worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing/cracking

  7. Fail93,672 miles (+2,281)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,672 miles
    Test number
    377294784746
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear coil springs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear inner wings
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm at n/s front bush becoming worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing/cracking

  8. Pass91,391 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    395660393778
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Fail91,390 miles (+3,233)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,390 miles
    Test number
    373020773011
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass88,157 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,157 miles
    Test number
    684718035545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,236 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,236 miles
    Test number
    128126168023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,780 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    509804385004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,236 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,236 miles
    Test number
    376900374036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,437 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    976612673090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,991 miles (+7,627)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,991 miles
    Test number
    139856782418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,364 miles (+8,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,364 miles
    Test number
    278718481051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail49,248 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,248 miles
    Test number
    593334280094
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre uneven wear on inside edge

  18. Pass49,248 miles (+9,170)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,248 miles
    Test number
    933364380074
    • NoteNearside rear tyre uneven wear on inside edge

  19. Pass40,078 miles (+8,454)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    611024669018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,624 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,624 miles
    Test number
    314036868021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,654 miles (+11,368)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    490183327281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,286 miles
    Test number
    260989616232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 VBX

Does LC03 VBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 VBX expired on 1 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 VBX?
The MOT on LC03 VBX expired on 1 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 VBX done?
LC03 VBX was recorded at 105,288 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2023, an average of 5,202 miles a year.
Has LC03 VBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 VBX has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LC03 VBX 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 LC03 VBX find?
LC03 VBX failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2023 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside rear stop lamp(s) not working; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting corrosion on sill, and 6 more.

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