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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

LE03 FTYMOT history

LE03 FTY is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

LE03 FTY black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,946 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 FTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 FTY was last recorded at 109,946 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 1,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,868 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,078 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,946 miles
  • 2025 – 108,868 miles
  • 2024 – 107,170 miles
  • 2023 – 102,409 miles
  • 2022 – 96,571 miles
  • 2021 – 88,392 miles
  • 2020 – 82,113 miles
  • 2019 – 77,572 miles
  • 2018 – 71,636 miles
  • 2017 – 66,154 miles
  • 2016 – 60,700 miles
  • 2015 – 57,009 miles
  • 2014 – 52,964 miles
  • 2013 – 49,112 miles
  • 2012 – 45,300 miles
  • 2011 – 41,209 miles
  • 2010 – 36,996 miles
  • 2009 – 29,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,946 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil area outer skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil area outer skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspectionRecorded at 7 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 Shocker outer cover loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Slight oil leak on engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,946 miles (+1,078)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,946 miles
    Test number
    705501210713
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil area outer skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil area outer skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  2. Pass108,868 miles (+1,698)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,868 miles
    Test number
    365102397028
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover broken
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass107,170 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,170 miles
    Test number
    423521088571
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker outer cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Fail107,170 miles (+4,761)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,170 miles
    Test number
    737244014462
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker outer cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass102,409 miles (+185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,409 miles
    Test number
    567829835814
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker outer cover loose
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. Fail102,224 miles (+5,653)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    240897039189
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sil area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker outer cover loose
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. Pass96,571 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,571 miles
    Test number
    601785037357
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail96,551 miles (+8,159)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,551 miles
    Test number
    355010729400
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass88,392 miles (+6,279)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,392 miles
    Test number
    466479150666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,113 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,113 miles
    Test number
    193720647434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    77,572 miles
    Test number
    315609784946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,572 miles (+5,936)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,572 miles
    Test number
    745905334387
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  13. Pass71,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,636 miles
    Test number
    808439689889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,636 miles (+5,482)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,636 miles
    Test number
    615011270663
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass66,154 miles (+5,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    945628440932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass60,700 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,700 miles
    Test number
    418331870674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,009 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,009 miles
    Test number
    277179915411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,003 miles (+4,039)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    725478615133
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in front tyre

  19. Pass52,964 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    207278214461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers smeering

  20. Fail52,964 miles (+3,852)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    226728714490
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers smeering

  21. Pass49,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    366145503188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,112 miles (+3,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    535815103168
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass45,300 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    146301992481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,209 miles (+4,213)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,209 miles
    Test number
    767909781097
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOs center under body damage

  25. Pass36,996 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,996 miles
    Test number
    150721790415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail36,996 miles (+7,393)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,996 miles
    Test number
    350181890072
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass29,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    732482499082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail29,601 miles4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,601 miles
    Test number
    602672399022
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LE03 FTY

Does LE03 FTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 FTY is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 FTY?
The MOT on LE03 FTY is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 FTY done?
LE03 FTY was recorded at 109,946 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has LE03 FTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 FTY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LE03 FTY 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 LE03 FTY find?
LE03 FTY passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 11 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central rear exhaust heat shield loose; nearside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil area outer skin, and 8 more.

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