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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LE51 ZDPMOT history

LE51 ZDP is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LE51 ZDP red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,869 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 ZDP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 ZDP was last recorded at 118,869 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 4,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,653 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,216 miles
Average per year
4,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,869 miles
  • 2025 – 114,653 miles
  • 2024 – 110,294 miles
  • 2023 – 105,810 miles
  • 2022 – 101,822 miles
  • 2021 – 97,610 miles
  • 2020 – 95,138 miles
  • 2019 – 90,992 miles
  • 2018 – 86,859 miles
  • 2017 – 82,975 miles
  • 2016 – 78,814 miles
  • 2015 – 75,423 miles
  • 2014 – 72,856 miles
  • 2013 – 67,936 miles
  • 2012 – 63,506 miles
  • 2011 – 60,457 miles
  • 2010 – 57,653 miles
  • 2009 – 56,216 miles
  • 2008 – 43,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,869 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFiller pipe corroded

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,869 miles (+4,216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,869 miles
    Test number
    782716858048
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFiller pipe corroded

  2. Pass114,653 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    571450329385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass110,294 miles (+4,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,294 miles
    Test number
    877319005815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing centre marker and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass105,810 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,810 miles
    Test number
    510408374347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,822 miles (+4,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,822 miles
    Test number
    677449469325
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass97,610 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    593789684182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,138 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    95,138 miles
    Test number
    557021542560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,992 miles (+4,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    90,992 miles
    Test number
    997507449413
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering

  9. Pass86,859 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,859 miles
    Test number
    538255499813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,975 miles (+4,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,975 miles
    Test number
    658796614181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass78,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,814 miles
    Test number
    423038987235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,814 miles (+3,391)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,814 miles
    Test number
    742249151607
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail75,423 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,423 miles
    Test number
    368476785084
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass75,423 miles (+2,567)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,423 miles
    Test number
    899486785079
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass72,856 miles (+4,920)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,856 miles
    Test number
    247957584001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to nearside and offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts

  16. Pass67,936 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    569385293019
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail67,936 miles (+4,430)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    616295693054
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass63,506 miles (+3,049)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,506 miles
    Test number
    125993692073
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass60,457 miles (+2,804)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,457 miles
    Test number
    397364091080
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass57,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    112176190440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail57,653 miles (+1,437)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    142106490041
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut on tread and sidewalls perishing

  22. Pass56,216 miles (+12,519)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,216 miles
    Test number
    633848999009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,697 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,697 miles
    Test number
    122515738499
    • NoteOffside front brake flexi-hose very slightly misshaped

Questions about LE51 ZDP

Does LE51 ZDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE51 ZDP is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE51 ZDP?
The MOT on LE51 ZDP is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE51 ZDP done?
LE51 ZDP was recorded at 118,869 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,144 miles a year.
Has LE51 ZDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 ZDP has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on LE51 ZDP 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 LE51 ZDP find?
LE51 ZDP passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front; power steering component has slight seepage from a component; filler pipe corroded.

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