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Ford Focus

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LE05 LOUMOT history

LE05 LOU is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 15 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 82,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

LE05 LOU white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,025 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 LOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 LOU was last recorded at 82,025 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 1,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,436 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,589 miles
Average per year
6,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,025 miles
  • 2024 – 80,436 miles
  • 2023 – 77,475 miles
  • 2022 – 74,657 miles
  • 2021 – 68,512 miles
  • 2020 – 54,021 miles
  • 2019 – 46,351 miles
  • 2018 – 39,415 miles
  • 2017 – 33,218 miles
  • 2016 – 27,738 miles
  • 2015 – 21,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm plus nail in shoulder also perishing an cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    259350504751
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail82,025 miles (+1,589)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    710441781166
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened near and offside inner faces delaminating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,436 miles
    Test number
    654188510882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,433 miles (+2,958)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,433 miles
    Test number
    138252410039
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  5. Pass77,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,475 miles
    Test number
    145588217012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,475 miles (+2,818)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,475 miles
    Test number
    205607258290
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass74,657 miles (+6,145)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,657 miles
    Test number
    843463658795
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir level low

  8. Pass68,512 miles (+14,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,512 miles
    Test number
    425523004917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass54,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,021 miles
    Test number
    715505877076
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEATSHEILD LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Fail54,020 miles (+7,669)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,020 miles
    Test number
    998396476975
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4MM 235/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HEATSHEILD LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass46,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,351 miles
    Test number
    593950011577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail46,351 miles (+6,936)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,351 miles
    Test number
    667993607281
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass39,415 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    586522698465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm plus nail in shoulder also perishing an cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm wearing inner edge off (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail39,399 miles (+6,181)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    465622522529
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn rear discs outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front pads 80 % worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 3mm plus nail in shoulder also perishing an cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm wearing inner edge off (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass33,218 miles (+5,480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    33,218 miles
    Test number
    803816572352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 75% worn (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass27,738 miles (+6,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,738 miles
    Test number
    967567965422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted unable to complete full seat belt inspection

  17. Pass21,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    21,673 miles
    Test number
    377639723894
    • 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)

Questions about LE05 LOU

Does LE05 LOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE05 LOU is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE05 LOU?
The MOT on LE05 LOU is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE05 LOU done?
LE05 LOU was recorded at 82,025 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,053 miles a year.
Has LE05 LOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 LOU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LE05 LOU 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 LE05 LOU find?
LE05 LOU passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near and offside.

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