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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LF52 OPOMOT history

LF52 OPO is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 33,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LF52 OPO silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
33,677 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OPO
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
14 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OPO was last recorded at 33,677 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 1,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Dec 2010: 2,319 miles, lower than 37,789 miles on 16 Oct 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
32,429 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,248 miles
Average per year
434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,677 miles
  • 2025 – 32,429 miles
  • 2024 – 31,229 miles
  • 2023 – 29,880 miles
  • 2022 – 28,299 miles
  • 2021 – 26,532 miles
  • 2020 – 20,420 miles
  • 2019 – 17,794 miles
  • 2018 – 16,620 miles
  • 2017 – 15,414 miles
  • 2016 – 13,774 miles
  • 2015 – 11,843 miles
  • 2014 – 10,249 miles
  • 2013 – 8,404 miles
  • 2012 – 6,752 miles
  • 2011 – 4,679 miles
  • 2010 – 2,319 miles
  • 2008 – 37,789 miles
  • 2007 – 30,536 miles
  • 2006 – 25,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,677 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Engine Intake Air Leak

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,677 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    33,677 miles
    Test number
    957988120175
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine Intake Air Leak

  2. Fail33,677 miles (+1,248)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,677 miles
    Test number
    764320318004
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine Intake Air Leak

  3. Pass32,429 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    32,429 miles
    Test number
    616604876237
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail32,429 miles (+1,200)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,429 miles
    Test number
    692861215675
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass31,229 miles (+1,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    31,229 miles
    Test number
    796388012554
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass29,880 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    29,880 miles
    Test number
    792492544767
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail29,880 miles (+1,581)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,880 miles
    Test number
    131558245369
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass28,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    28,299 miles
    Test number
    562847814913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail28,299 miles (+1,767)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,299 miles
    Test number
    254941336423
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass26,532 miles (+6,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    26,532 miles
    Test number
    526671601684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass20,420 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    20,420 miles
    Test number
    597311806592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,794 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    17,794 miles
    Test number
    182240650699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail17,774 miles (+1,154)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,774 miles
    Test number
    603300198646
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass16,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    16,620 miles
    Test number
    580565425592
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail16,620 miles (+1,206)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,620 miles
    Test number
    203014599931
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass15,414 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    15,414 miles
    Test number
    549878396300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    13,774 miles
    Test number
    193636736154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail13,774 miles (+1,931)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,774 miles
    Test number
    669418551391
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working loose connection (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass11,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    11,843 miles
    Test number
    853385772437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail11,843 miles (+1,594)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,843 miles
    Test number
    744183216297
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  21. Pass10,249 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    10,249 miles
    Test number
    267135244314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail8,404 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,404 miles
    Test number
    437156743491
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass8,404 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    8,404 miles
    Test number
    669906543370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,752 miles (+2,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    6,752 miles
    Test number
    466357942439
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass4,679 miles (+2,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    4,679 miles
    Test number
    109328441387
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass2,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    2,319 miles
    Test number
    510998240316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    640165559362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    842165159357
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  29. Pass37,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    583910598257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,789 miles (+7,253)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    863420898277
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass30,536 miles (+5,493)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,536 miles
    Test number
    963464287216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass25,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,043 miles
    Test number
    113395286259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OPO

Does LF52 OPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 OPO is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OPO?
The MOT on LF52 OPO is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 OPO done?
LF52 OPO was recorded at 33,677 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 434 miles a year.
Has LF52 OPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OPO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 OPO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 OPO find?
LF52 OPO passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front engine intake air leak.

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