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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

LD56 DHOMOT history

LD56 DHO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 16 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LD56 DHO blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
130,744 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 DHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 DHO was last recorded at 130,744 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,737 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,744 miles
  • 2024 – 129,081 miles
  • 2023 – 126,358 miles
  • 2022 – 123,298 miles
  • 2021 – 121,151 miles
  • 2020 – 119,217 miles
  • 2019 – 117,123 miles
  • 2018 – 114,454 miles
  • 2017 – 108,302 miles
  • 2016 – 100,204 miles
  • 2015 – 90,515 miles
  • 2014 – 83,264 miles
  • 2013 – 79,809 miles
  • 2012 – 63,425 miles
  • 2011 – 50,433 miles
  • 2010 – 39,663 miles
  • 2009 – 23,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,744 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust blow at centre section silencerRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,744 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    130,744 miles
    Test number
    281837389928
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow at centre section silencer
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Fail130,737 miles (+1,656)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,737 miles
    Test number
    672073642436
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front discs heavily corroded and worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow at centre section silencer
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass129,081 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,081 miles
    Test number
    612095959466
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  4. Fail129,076 miles (+2,718)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,076 miles
    Test number
    965684470999
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  5. Pass126,358 miles (+3,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,358 miles
    Test number
    177669680897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass123,298 miles (+2,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,298 miles
    Test number
    749618997923
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass121,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,151 miles
    Test number
    869445293093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail121,151 miles (+1,934)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,151 miles
    Test number
    370430155929
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass119,217 miles (+2,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,217 miles
    Test number
    663163529254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass117,123 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,123 miles
    Test number
    369589451143
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail117,123 miles (+2,669)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,123 miles
    Test number
    963973772667
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing left on scuttle panel (1.1.10 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass114,454 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,454 miles
    Test number
    354293634692
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail114,445 miles (+6,143)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    116196557036
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass108,302 miles (+8,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,302 miles
    Test number
    393920091154
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass100,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,204 miles
    Test number
    910705832140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,204 miles (+9,689)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,204 miles
    Test number
    752103904366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass90,515 miles (+7,251)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,515 miles
    Test number
    806125185019
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMiddle exhuast heatshield loose

  18. Pass83,264 miles (+3,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,264 miles
    Test number
    387962294042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass79,809 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,809 miles
    Test number
    258802663493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail79,809 miles (+16,384)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,809 miles
    Test number
    415342363197
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass63,425 miles (+12,992)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    757060882124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,433 miles (+10,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,433 miles
    Test number
    996827151215
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail39,663 miles4 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,663 miles
    Test number
    551617750272
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  24. Pass39,663 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,663 miles
    Test number
    823677250237
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  25. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    342311869430
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  26. Pass23,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,822 miles
    Test number
    402161669296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 DHO

Does LD56 DHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 DHO is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD56 DHO?
The MOT on LD56 DHO is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 DHO done?
LD56 DHO was recorded at 130,744 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,582 miles a year.
Has LD56 DHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 DHO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 DHO 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 LD56 DHO find?
LD56 DHO passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust blow at centre section silencer; suspension components corroded.

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