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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

LE57 SFVMOT history

LE57 SFV is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 28 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

LE57 SFV grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2025
Mileage
168,634 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 SFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 SFV was last recorded at 168,634 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,632 miles · 18 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,634 miles
  • 2023 – 157,684 miles
  • 2022 – 144,307 miles
  • 2021 – 132,288 miles
  • 2020 – 123,142 miles
  • 2019 – 115,026 miles
  • 2018 – 107,205 miles
  • 2017 – 98,927 miles
  • 2016 – 81,060 miles
  • 2015 – 78,185 miles
  • 2014 – 67,917 miles
  • 2013 – 52,398 miles
  • 2012 – 42,769 miles
  • 2011 – 32,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,634 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,634 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    168,634 miles
    Test number
    450728903721
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail168,632 miles (+10,948)4 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,632 miles
    Test number
    110103792727
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass157,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,684 miles
    Test number
    140531298845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,684 miles (+13,377)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,684 miles
    Test number
    926598320763
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass144,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    144,307 miles
    Test number
    648402391704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,306 miles (+12,018)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,306 miles
    Test number
    857791074965
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass132,288 miles (+195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    132,288 miles
    Test number
    432409177348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail132,093 miles (+8,951)4 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,093 miles
    Test number
    529117461095
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass123,142 miles (+8,116)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,142 miles
    Test number
    676253111271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,026 miles (+7,821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    115,026 miles
    Test number
    691098632206
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge

  11. Pass107,205 miles (+8,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,205 miles
    Test number
    306756980192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass98,927 miles (+17,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,927 miles
    Test number
    564279838406
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge

  13. Pass81,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,060 miles
    Test number
    345550296766
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  14. Fail81,060 miles (+2,875)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,060 miles
    Test number
    585676526509
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  15. Pass78,185 miles (+10,268)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    909220925158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,917 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,917 miles
    Test number
    767491544166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inside edge and has a cut in the sidewall

  17. Fail67,917 miles (+15,519)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,917 miles
    Test number
    817921144177
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on inside edge and has a cut in the sidewall

  18. Pass52,398 miles (+9,629)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    306967173093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFuel filler pipes damp but no fuel leaks detected
    • NoteLong travel on handbrake lever but only when lever is pulled up quickly
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is worn very close to legal limit

  19. Pass42,769 miles (+10,054)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    549058012062
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass32,715 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,715 miles
    Test number
    105561821009
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll brake disc corroded
    • NoteDampness around fuel filler neck
    • NoteFront toe check needed as tyre excess wear

  21. Fail32,715 miles1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,715 miles
    Test number
    699071921097
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll brake disc corroded
    • NoteDampness around fuel filler neck
    • NoteFront toe check needed as tyre excess wear
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low tread
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on limits and has cuts in and road wheel has slight distortion

Questions about LE57 SFV

Does LE57 SFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 SFV expired on 20 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 SFV?
The MOT on LE57 SFV expired on 20 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 SFV done?
LE57 SFV was recorded at 168,634 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 10,325 miles a year.
Has LE57 SFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 SFV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LE57 SFV 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 LE57 SFV find?
LE57 SFV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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