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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LF02 EFBMOT history

LF02 EFB is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 71,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LF02 EFB black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
71,012 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 EFB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 EFB was last recorded at 71,012 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,006 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,012 miles
  • 2025 – 68,106 miles
  • 2024 – 60,608 miles
  • 2022 – 59,876 miles
  • 2021 – 56,780 miles
  • 2020 – 54,351 miles
  • 2015 – 46,919 miles
  • 2014 – 44,189 miles
  • 2013 – 41,184 miles
  • 2012 – 38,921 miles
  • 2011 – 34,927 miles
  • 2010 – 31,311 miles
  • 2009 – 27,966 miles
  • 2008 – 24,787 miles
  • 2007 – 21,544 miles
  • 2006 – 18,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,012 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,012 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,012 miles
    Test number
    361503047865
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail71,006 miles (+2,900)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,006 miles
    Test number
    993282396072
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass68,106 miles (+7,498)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    68,106 miles
    Test number
    938112853958
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass60,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    60,608 miles
    Test number
    544778983443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail60,608 miles (+732)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,608 miles
    Test number
    459315576010
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass59,876 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    177973772859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,780 miles (+2,429)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    56,780 miles
    Test number
    340844807057
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass54,351 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    54,351 miles
    Test number
    158184740217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,348 miles (+7,429)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,348 miles
    Test number
    780910094208
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass46,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,919 miles
    Test number
    531032643803
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail46,919 miles (+2,730)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,919 miles
    Test number
    246915113479
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass44,189 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    445843804378
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  13. Fail44,189 miles (+3,005)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,189 miles
    Test number
    856164894210
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  14. Pass41,184 miles (+2,263)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,184 miles
    Test number
    385991883444
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteDamage to bodywork
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror

  15. Pass38,921 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    967697422217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass34,927 miles (+3,616)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,927 miles
    Test number
    179747591189
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn
    • NoteOffside wiper split

  17. Pass31,311 miles (+3,345)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,311 miles
    Test number
    291537170454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front brake disc worn
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrishing
    • NoteDamage to bodywork
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror

  18. Pass27,966 miles (+3,179)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,966 miles
    Test number
    761425579167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDamage to bodywork

  19. Pass24,787 miles (+3,243)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,787 miles
    Test number
    470499978102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteDamage to bodywork
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror

  20. Pass21,544 miles (+3,020)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,544 miles
    Test number
    482657207135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCrack in nearside door mirror glass

  21. Pass18,524 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,524 miles
    Test number
    201826156014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside door mirrior cracked

Questions about LF02 EFB

Does LF02 EFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 EFB is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 EFB?
The MOT on LF02 EFB is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 EFB done?
LF02 EFB was recorded at 71,012 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 2,557 miles a year.
Has LF02 EFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 EFB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 EFB 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 EFB find?
LF02 EFB passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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