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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD03 OTHMOT history

LD03 OTH is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LD03 OTH silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
75,321 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 OTH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 OTH was last recorded at 75,321 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 6,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2014: 1,760 miles, lower than 12,157 miles on 1 Mar 2013.

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
68,431 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,890 miles
Average per year
3,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,321 miles
  • 2025 – 68,431 miles
  • 2024 – 61,141 miles
  • 2023 – 55,245 miles
  • 2022 – 49,230 miles
  • 2021 – 40,624 miles
  • 2020 – 36,412 miles
  • 2019 – 29,920 miles
  • 2018 – 23,519 miles
  • 2017 – 16,630 miles
  • 2016 – 11,286 miles
  • 2015 – 6,737 miles
  • 2014 – 1,760 miles
  • 2013 – 12,157 miles
  • 2012 – 11,949 miles
  • 2011 – 11,080 miles
  • 2010 – 10,709 miles
  • 2009 – 10,330 miles
  • 2008 – 9,293 miles
  • 2006 – 6,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,321 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Wipers not self parking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,321 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    75,321 miles
    Test number
    476077524002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,431 miles (+7,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    68,431 miles
    Test number
    375109342138
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass61,141 miles (+5,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    61,141 miles
    Test number
    913659525526
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass55,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,245 miles
    Test number
    116725774761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWipers not self parking

  5. Fail55,240 miles (+6,010)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,240 miles
    Test number
    822083194168
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOne centre stop light bulb not working
    • AdvisoryWipers not self parking

  6. Pass49,230 miles (+8,606)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,230 miles
    Test number
    455683733332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,624 miles
    Test number
    451302083969
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWipers not self parking

  8. Fail40,624 miles (+4,212)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,624 miles
    Test number
    232161954418
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWipers not self parking

  9. Pass36,412 miles (+6,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    36,412 miles
    Test number
    597814396822
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass29,920 miles (+6,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,920 miles
    Test number
    156149708146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  11. Pass23,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    23,519 miles
    Test number
    631773246483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AROUND OUTER EDGE OF DISC, (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AROUND OUTER EDGE OF DISC. (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail23,519 miles (+6,889)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,519 miles
    Test number
    143573658848
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AROUND OUTER EDGE OF DISC, (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AROUND OUTER EDGE OF DISC. (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass16,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    16,630 miles
    Test number
    832006812312
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail16,630 miles (+5,344)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,630 miles
    Test number
    226900907333
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass11,286 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    11,286 miles
    Test number
    584431561135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInsecure child booster seats nearside and offside rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror assembly damaged but secure and not affecting view to rear.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTiming belt history??

  16. Fail11,286 miles (+4,549)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,286 miles
    Test number
    853258883626
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low nearside and offside (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInsecure child booster seats nearside and offside rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror assembly damaged but secure and not affecting view to rear.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTiming belt history??

  17. Pass6,737 miles (+4,977)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    6,737 miles
    Test number
    315472575043
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f/sidewall on tyre cracking

  18. Pass1,760 miles (-10,397)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    1,760 miles
    Test number
    237147574006
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant pressure cap leaking.
    • NoteO/s/f electric window n/w.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating.

  19. Pass12,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    12,157 miles
    Test number
    156500763003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,157 miles (+208)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,157 miles
    Test number
    897090763007
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Fail11,949 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,949 miles
    Test number
    748696672067
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass11,949 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,949 miles
    Test number
    759686672000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,080 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    11,080 miles
    Test number
    536886371041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,709 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    10,709 miles
    Test number
    152680970428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,330 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,330 miles
    Test number
    442305279044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    9,293 miles
    Test number
    501273958068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail9,292 miles (+2,329)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,292 miles
    Test number
    581063458057
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass6,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    6,963 miles
    Test number
    280367076425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail6,963 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,963 miles
    Test number
    371257176126
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Questions about LD03 OTH

Does LD03 OTH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 OTH is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 OTH?
The MOT on LD03 OTH is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 OTH done?
LD03 OTH was recorded at 75,321 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,475 miles a year.
Has LD03 OTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 OTH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 OTH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 OTH find?
LD03 OTH passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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