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Ford Focus

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,753 cc

LD03 NHJMOT history

LD03 NHJ is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2022.

LD03 NHJ white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2023
Mileage
75,518 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 NHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 NHJ was last recorded at 75,518 miles on 10 Jun 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2012: 1,680 miles, lower than 85,620 miles on 27 May 2011.

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
75,516 miles · 9 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,518 miles
  • 2021 – 69,324 miles
  • 2020 – 64,515 miles
  • 2019 – 56,994 miles
  • 2018 – 50,768 miles
  • 2017 – 40,314 miles
  • 2016 – 30,122 miles
  • 2015 – 22,404 miles
  • 2014 – 15,158 miles
  • 2013 – 7,025 miles
  • 2012 – 1,680 miles
  • 2011 – 85,620 miles
  • 2010 – 78,903 miles
  • 2009 – 71,301 miles
  • 2008 – 64,799 miles
  • 2007 – 55,415 miles
  • 2006 – 49,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,518 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside + offside rear floors / arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside + offside rear floors + inner arches corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + offside rear trailing arm bushes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front tyres wearing thin on edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,518 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,518 miles
    Test number
    967777518636
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside + offside rear floors / arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail75,516 miles (+6,192)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,516 miles
    Test number
    894079288285
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside + offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside + nearside rear inner arches / floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside + offside rear floors / arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,324 miles (+4,809)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,324 miles
    Test number
    104293702974
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside + offside rear inner arch / floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside + offside rear tariling arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTow bar corroding

  4. Pass64,515 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    64,515 miles
    Test number
    705703701194
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside + offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor pans + inner arches corroding

  5. Fail64,513 miles (+7,519)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,513 miles
    Test number
    766660246025
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside + offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside + offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor pans + inner arches corroding

  6. Pass56,994 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    939156629725
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear floors + inner arches corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + offside rear trailing arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail56,994 miles (+6,226)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    795583102323
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps + offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively + offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside rear floors + inner arches corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + offside rear trailing arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass50,768 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,768 miles
    Test number
    680805184116
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail50,767 miles (+10,453)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,767 miles
    Test number
    731000264915
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt + offside (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass40,314 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,314 miles
    Test number
    958992436801
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing thin on edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f tyre wall.

  11. Fail40,313 miles (+10,191)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,313 miles
    Test number
    859469338214
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing thin on edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f tyre wall.

  12. Pass30,122 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    760333418919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension arm corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link boot deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing very thin on inner edge.

  13. Fail30,121 miles (+7,717)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,121 miles
    Test number
    218738374182
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working +offside (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to wear thin.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension arm corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link boot deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing very thin on inner edge.

  14. Pass22,404 miles (+7,246)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,404 miles
    Test number
    237513275496
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r suspension arms corroding.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge.

  15. Pass15,158 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    15,158 miles
    Test number
    338836874181
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre wall.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing thin on edges.
    • NotePlay in steering system/rack.

  16. Fail15,158 miles (+8,133)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,158 miles
    Test number
    117205974101
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre wall.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing thin on edges.
    • NotePlay in steering system/rack.

  17. Pass7,025 miles (+5,345)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    7,025 miles
    Test number
    447879643178
    • NoteO/s/r brake starting to bind slightly.
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable/lever starting to stiffen up.

  18. Fail1,680 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,680 miles
    Test number
    366601452184
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass1,680 miles (-83,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    1,680 miles
    Test number
    805771952141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass85,620 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    435387641164
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly/out of shape.
    • NoteO/s handbrake close to full travel.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r coil springs corroding.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r suspension arms corroding.
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate.

  21. Fail85,620 miles (+6,717)2 repaired1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    465237441112
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly/out of shape.
    • NoteO/s handbrake close to full travel.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r coil springs corroding.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r suspension arms corroding.
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate.

  22. Pass78,903 miles (+7,602)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,903 miles
    Test number
    692647940120
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre wall not to chords yet.
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate.

  23. Pass71,301 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    814520949150
    • NoteDamage to o/s+n/s/f wheel trims.
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteRear flexible brake hoses metal ends corroding.
    • NoteRear suspension/subframe/arms corroding.

  24. Fail71,301 miles (+6,502)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    541490249150
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to o/s+n/s/f wheel trims.
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteFront inner brake pads starting to wear down.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r tyres starting to crack+perish.
    • NoteO/s+n/s/r tyres starting to wear unevenly.
    • NoteRear flexible brake hoses metal ends corroding.
    • NoteRear suspension/subframe/arms corroding.

  25. Pass64,799 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    434801958127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCut/damage to n/s/f+n/s/r tyre walls.
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to crack+perish.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly.
    • NoteRear suspension arms corroding.

  26. Fail64,799 miles (+9,384)4 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    930761858119
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCut/damage to n/s/f+n/s/r tyre walls.
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to crack+perish.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly.
    • NoteRear suspension arms corroding.

  27. Pass55,415 miles (+6,415)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,415 miles
    Test number
    403026087075
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r reflector.
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable/lever starting to seize up.

  28. Pass49,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,000 miles
    Test number
    190063176407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,000 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,000 miles
    Test number
    110773176007
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LD03 NHJ

Does LD03 NHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 NHJ expired on 9 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 NHJ?
The MOT on LD03 NHJ expired on 9 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 NHJ done?
LD03 NHJ was recorded at 75,518 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2022, an average of 1,633 miles a year.
Has LD03 NHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 NHJ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 NHJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 NHJ find?
LD03 NHJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; coil spring corroded nearside + offside rear; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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