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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LF02 ECEMOT history

LF02 ECE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LF02 ECE silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,112 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 ECE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 ECE was last recorded at 122,112 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,305 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,807 miles
Average per year
5,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,112 miles
  • 2025 – 119,305 miles
  • 2024 – 116,260 miles
  • 2023 – 113,277 miles
  • 2022 – 109,971 miles
  • 2021 – 106,855 miles
  • 2020 – 103,850 miles
  • 2019 – 97,458 miles
  • 2018 – 91,561 miles
  • 2017 – 87,005 miles
  • 2016 – 79,379 miles
  • 2015 – 72,381 miles
  • 2014 – 65,705 miles
  • 2013 – 58,410 miles
  • 2012 – 54,824 miles
  • 2011 – 50,905 miles
  • 2010 – 45,543 miles
  • 2009 – 41,219 miles
  • 2008 – 34,850 miles
  • 2007 – 27,042 miles
  • 2006 – 20,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,112 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,112 miles (+2,807)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,112 miles
    Test number
    971049663838
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass119,305 miles (+3,045)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    119,305 miles
    Test number
    861191628084
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass116,260 miles (+2,983)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    819735455168
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass113,277 miles (+3,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,277 miles
    Test number
    293637119319
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass109,971 miles (+3,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,971 miles
    Test number
    115147538858
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass106,855 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,855 miles
    Test number
    575037623989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,850 miles (+6,392)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    452761126255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,458 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,458 miles
    Test number
    323774712057
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail97,458 miles (+5,897)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,458 miles
    Test number
    910607181742
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass91,561 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,561 miles
    Test number
    437237474056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,005 miles (+7,626)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,005 miles
    Test number
    251306297229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    257663120381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,379 miles (+6,998)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    414360826899
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass72,381 miles (+6,676)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,381 miles
    Test number
    509335175015
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail65,705 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,705 miles
    Test number
    189737074055
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass65,705 miles (+7,295)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,705 miles
    Test number
    497267174032
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass58,410 miles (+3,586)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,410 miles
    Test number
    179643673479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass54,824 miles (+3,919)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,824 miles
    Test number
    877700982002
    • NoteAir con pump leaking oil
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing low
    • NoteGear box oil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splitting on inner side wall
    • NoteUnable to fully see both rear coil springs

  19. Pass50,905 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,905 miles
    Test number
    376954681010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,543 miles (+4,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,543 miles
    Test number
    853415470009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass41,219 miles (+6,369)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    401091479092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,850 miles (+7,808)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,850 miles
    Test number
    530765978053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  23. Pass27,042 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,042 miles
    Test number
    152499167084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,233 miles
    Test number
    523941286075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 ECE

Does LF02 ECE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 ECE is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 ECE?
The MOT on LF02 ECE is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 ECE done?
LF02 ECE was recorded at 122,112 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 5,100 miles a year.
Has LF02 ECE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 ECE has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on LF02 ECE 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 LF02 ECE find?
LF02 ECE passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 1 more.

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