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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LF52 OUEMOT history

LF52 OUE is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 133,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2024.

LF52 OUE black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2024
Mileage
133,049 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2024
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 OUE was last recorded at 133,049 miles on 4 Oct 2024, 8,849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,200 miles · 18 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
8,849 miles
Average per year
6,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,049 miles
  • 2023 – 124,200 miles
  • 2022 – 114,137 miles
  • 2021 – 95,045 miles
  • 2020 – 85,011 miles
  • 2019 – 77,036 miles
  • 2018 – 71,955 miles
  • 2017 – 67,425 miles
  • 2016 – 64,889 miles
  • 2015 – 62,012 miles
  • 2014 – 58,676 miles
  • 2013 – 54,910 miles
  • 2012 – 51,569 miles
  • 2011 – 44,959 miles
  • 2010 – 38,697 miles
  • 2009 – 32,024 miles
  • 2008 – 24,651 miles
  • 2007 – 21,940 miles
  • 2006 – 18,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,049 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,049 miles (+8,849)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,049 miles
    Test number
    849518961740
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass124,200 miles (+10,063)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,200 miles
    Test number
    501257032777
    • AdvisoryEngine management Light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,137 miles (+19,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,137 miles
    Test number
    587057797157
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass95,045 miles (+10,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,045 miles
    Test number
    811395282120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,011 miles (+7,975)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,011 miles
    Test number
    716636229095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,036 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,036 miles
    Test number
    928770111866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,955 miles (+4,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    479277745851
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  8. Pass67,425 miles (+2,536)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,425 miles
    Test number
    560263011721
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryDamage areas to windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in very poor condition, very rusty plus hanging brackets braking away
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre worn low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate condition poor

  9. Pass64,889 miles (+2,877)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,889 miles
    Test number
    706684908657
    • AdvisoryDamage area to windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanging brackets badly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs badly corroded
    • AdvisoryHorn tone deterioating
    • AdvisoryOff side plus near side front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOff side plus near side rear tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear number plate condition deterioating

  10. Pass62,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,012 miles
    Test number
    915218244628
    • AdvisoryAdvise - exhaust hanging brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise - off side plus near side front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise - off side plus near side rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise - small damage area to windscreen

  11. Fail62,012 miles (+3,336)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,012 miles
    Test number
    167824857987
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise - exhaust hanging brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise - off side plus near side front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise - off side plus near side rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise - small damage area to windscreen

  12. Pass58,676 miles (+3,766)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,676 miles
    Test number
    958908014389
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteExhaust front flexi deteriorated
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places

  13. Pass54,910 miles (+3,341)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,910 miles
    Test number
    688918013363
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust hanging bracket badly corroded and exhaust rusty in places

  14. Pass51,569 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,569 miles
    Test number
    475067512342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,959 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,959 miles
    Test number
    358316511391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,697 miles (+6,673)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    723959310384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,024 miles (+7,373)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,024 miles
    Test number
    762401819381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,651 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,651 miles
    Test number
    800355118335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,940 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,940 miles
    Test number
    491162117314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,879 miles
    Test number
    834714816343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OUE

Does LF52 OUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 OUE expired on 7 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OUE?
The MOT on LF52 OUE expired on 7 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 OUE done?
LF52 OUE was recorded at 133,049 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2024, an average of 6,378 miles a year.
Has LF52 OUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OUE has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 OUE 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 LF52 OUE find?
LF52 OUE failed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2024 with 7 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside headlamp levelling device inoperative, and 10 more.

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