
Ford Focus
Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc
LC61 GXBMOT history
LC61 GXB is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 16 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 145,501 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 May 2027
- Mileage
- 145,501 mi
- At MOT on 18 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 12 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 8,473 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LC61 GXB
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,560 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2011
- First used
- 16 Nov 2011
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 18 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LC61 GXB was last recorded at 145,501 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 143,538 miles · 30 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 1,963 miles
- Average per year
- 8,473 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 145,501 miles
- 2025 – 137,450 miles
- 2023 – 133,550 miles
- 2022 – 129,886 miles
- 2021 – 124,190 miles
- 2020 – 116,470 miles
- 2019 – 102,293 miles
- 2018 – 87,954 miles
- 2017 – 76,087 miles
- 2016 – 62,548 miles
- 2015 – 60,609 miles
- 2014 – 47,448 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023
Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Side skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Full MOT history
18 tests since 21 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass145,501 miles (+1,963)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2027
- Odometer
- 145,501 miles
- Test number
- 674551610890
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail143,538 miles (+6,088)10 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,538 miles
- Test number
- 431698877281
- MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. Replaced with straight through pipe (8.2.2.1 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
Pass137,450 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 137,450 miles
- Test number
- 855239456920
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged
Fail137,450 miles (+3,900)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,450 miles
- Test number
- 848779830541
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield damaged
Pass133,550 miles (+3,664)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 133,550 miles
- Test number
- 518399080823
- MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySide skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.
Pass129,886 miles (+5,696)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 129,886 miles
- Test number
- 861236024710
- MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySide skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.
Pass124,190 miles (+7,720)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 124,190 miles
- Test number
- 867154094170
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass116,470 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 116,470 miles
- Test number
- 793998445585
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail116,470 miles (+21)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,470 miles
- Test number
- 375627338994
- Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
Fail116,449 miles (+14,156)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,449 miles
- Test number
- 857697548401
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Pass102,293 miles (+14,339)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 102,293 miles
- Test number
- 382381259911
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,954 miles (+11,867)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 87,954 miles
- Test number
- 455034576340
- MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass76,087 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 76,087 miles
- Test number
- 161594732307
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,086 miles (+13,538)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,086 miles
- Test number
- 366442630824
- FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Pass62,548 miles (+1,939)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 62,548 miles
- Test number
- 945150830357
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass60,609 miles (+13,161)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 60,609 miles
- Test number
- 454494361880
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,448 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 47,448 miles
- Test number
- 336304694224
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,448 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,448 miles
- Test number
- 407524794262
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Questions about LC61 GXB
- Does LC61 GXB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 GXB is valid until 17 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LC61 GXB?
- The MOT on LC61 GXB is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LC61 GXB done?
- LC61 GXB was recorded at 145,501 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,473 miles a year.
- Has LC61 GXB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LC61 GXB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on LC61 GXB 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 LC61 GXB find?
- LC61 GXB passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 3 more.
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