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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,596 cc

LC61 XUFMOT history

LC61 XUF is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 18 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 134,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LC61 XUF blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,245 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 XUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 XUF was last recorded at 134,245 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2017: 54,010 miles, lower than 71,869 miles on 2 Dec 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
134,245 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,245 miles
  • 2024 – 123,181 miles
  • 2023 – 111,284 miles
  • 2022 – 102,785 miles
  • 2021 – 92,778 miles
  • 2020 – 83,054 miles
  • 2019 – 75,356 miles
  • 2018 – 65,129 miles
  • 2017 – 54,010 miles
  • 2016 – 71,869 miles
  • 2015 – 32,262 miles
  • 2014 – 12,589 miles
  • 2013 – 7,090 miles
  • 2012 – 100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,245 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Undertray Fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust heat shield retaining clips broken away from heat shield.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,245 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,245 miles
    Test number
    979156632299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,245 miles (+11,064)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,245 miles
    Test number
    444351606595
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,181 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,181 miles
    Test number
    507641432327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,181 miles (+11,897)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,181 miles
    Test number
    343255727718
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,284 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,284 miles
    Test number
    805450452074
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield retaining clips broken away from heat shield.

  6. Fail111,196 miles (+8,411)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,196 miles
    Test number
    416827625469
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield retaining clips broken away from heat shield.

  7. Pass102,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,785 miles
    Test number
    383018726350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail102,785 miles (+10,007)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,785 miles
    Test number
    108221055518
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,778 miles (+234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,778 miles
    Test number
    939225191898
    • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted

  10. Fail92,544 miles (+9,490)4 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    873235338725
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray Fitted

  11. Pass83,054 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,054 miles
    Test number
    194327411778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  12. Fail83,054 miles (+7,698)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,054 miles
    Test number
    115481170673
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  13. Pass75,356 miles (+10,227)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,356 miles
    Test number
    448955645062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,129 miles (+11,119)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,129 miles
    Test number
    784123878714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass54,010 miles (-17,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,010 miles
    Test number
    687508712567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass71,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,869 miles
    Test number
    441169696363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,869 miles (+39,607)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,869 miles
    Test number
    167075279925
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass32,262 miles (+12,598)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,262 miles
    Test number
    469066560103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    19,664 miles
    Test number
    119829925033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,664 miles (+7,075)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,664 miles
    Test number
    767129625070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  21. Pass12,589 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    12,589 miles
    Test number
    395767924068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,090 miles (+6,990)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    7,090 miles
    Test number
    915508823067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100 miles
    Test number
    885295022067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 XUF

Does LC61 XUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 XUF is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 XUF?
The MOT on LC61 XUF is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 XUF done?
LC61 XUF was recorded at 134,245 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 9,664 miles a year.
Has LC61 XUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 XUF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 XUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC61 XUF find?
LC61 XUF passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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