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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LC61 VLBMOT history

LC61 VLB is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 26 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 143,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LC61 VLB silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,317 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VLB was last recorded at 143,317 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 4,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,664 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,653 miles
Average per year
8,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,317 miles
  • 2025 – 138,664 miles
  • 2024 – 131,710 miles
  • 2023 – 116,343 miles
  • 2022 – 108,316 miles
  • 2021 – 102,470 miles
  • 2020 – 99,195 miles
  • 2019 – 95,293 miles
  • 2018 – 95,293 miles
  • 2017 – 86,196 miles
  • 2016 – 76,680 miles
  • 2015 – 63,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,317 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Wing mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,317 miles (+4,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,317 miles
    Test number
    578329875080
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,664 miles (+31)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,664 miles
    Test number
    224890074145
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail138,633 miles (+6,923)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,633 miles
    Test number
    101308119592
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached Bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass131,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,710 miles
    Test number
    877531078293
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail131,710 miles (+15,367)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,710 miles
    Test number
    919332891869
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,343 miles
    Test number
    249659511295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,343 miles (+8,027)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,343 miles
    Test number
    493266681120
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working nsr (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    740515197342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,316 miles (+5,846)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    210240662944
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass102,470 miles (+3,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,470 miles
    Test number
    615946149391
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass99,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    347763728573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail99,195 miles (+3,902)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,195 miles
    Test number
    435462983826
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb replaced (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass95,293 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,293 miles
    Test number
    532853306739
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES OBSCURED IN VARIOUS PLACES
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS, UNDER TRAY, SILL AND FLOOR COVERS FITTED
    • AdvisoryFUEL PIPES OBSCURED IN VARIOUS PLACES
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has yellowish glow but not excessive
    • 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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCar has major repair on osr new 1/4 panel fitted visually ok but strong advise to be thoroughly checked
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryOsr inner sill corroded

  14. Fail95,293 miles (+9,097)3 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,293 miles
    Test number
    995066058983
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES OBSCURED IN VARIOUS PLACES
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS, UNDER TRAY, SILL AND FLOOR COVERS FITTED
    • AdvisoryFUEL PIPES OBSCURED IN VARIOUS PLACES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCar has major repair on osr new 1/4 panel fitted visually ok but strong advise to be thoroughly checked
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryOsr inner sill corroded

  15. Pass86,196 miles (+9,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,196 miles
    Test number
    609318517400
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under tray, sill and floor covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass76,680 miles (+12,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,680 miles
    Test number
    727649255252
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass63,682 miles (+15,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,682 miles
    Test number
    838552265006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  18. Pass48,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,448 miles
    Test number
    299108005026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VLB

Does LC61 VLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VLB is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VLB?
The MOT on LC61 VLB is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VLB done?
LC61 VLB was recorded at 143,317 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 8,400 miles a year.
Has LC61 VLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VLB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 VLB 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 VLB find?
LC61 VLB passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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