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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LF52 OUMMOT history

LF52 OUM is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 14 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2024.

LF52 OUM black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2025
Mileage
146,525 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OUM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OUM was last recorded at 146,525 miles on 11 Nov 2024, 3,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,588 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,937 miles
Average per year
6,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,525 miles
  • 2023 – 142,588 miles
  • 2022 – 139,182 miles
  • 2021 – 136,261 miles
  • 2020 – 130,485 miles
  • 2019 – 122,804 miles
  • 2018 – 115,825 miles
  • 2017 – 103,920 miles
  • 2016 – 87,308 miles
  • 2015 – 68,266 miles
  • 2014 – 46,515 miles
  • 2012 – 37,980 miles
  • 2011 – 35,613 miles
  • 2010 – 33,150 miles
  • 2009 – 29,915 miles
  • 2008 – 26,174 miles
  • 2007 – 22,190 miles
  • 2006 – 17,811 miles
  • 2005 – 13,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,525 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coil spring corroded both front coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,525 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    146,525 miles
    Test number
    390117611335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,525 miles (+3,937)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,525 miles
    Test number
    112011701055
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working + affecting position lamnp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,588 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,588 miles
    Test number
    664781228071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,582 miles (+3,400)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,582 miles
    Test number
    843051953484
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed OIL LEAK (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (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))

  5. Pass139,182 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,182 miles
    Test number
    382010697084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,171 miles (+2,910)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,171 miles
    Test number
    514591116157
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,261 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    644024590567
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside rear outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both offside rear and nearside rear upper top mounts/inner wheel arch areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail136,261 miles (+5,776)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    552046440224
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside rear outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both offside rear and nearside rear upper top mounts/inner wheel arch areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,485 miles (+7,681)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,485 miles
    Test number
    835493731807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass122,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,804 miles
    Test number
    755268940451
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail122,803 miles (+6,978)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,803 miles
    Test number
    593843103084
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass115,825 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,825 miles
    Test number
    936847794942
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear service and park brake adjustment

  13. Fail115,798 miles (+11,878)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,798 miles
    Test number
    395229833444
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear service and park brake adjustment

  14. Pass103,920 miles (+16,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,920 miles
    Test number
    239152221603
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass87,308 miles (+19,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,308 miles
    Test number
    313116366183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wearing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wearing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre slight out of shape

  16. Pass68,266 miles (+21,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    937913385176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass46,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    265842804065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,515 miles (+8,535)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    949862404002
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass37,980 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,980 miles
    Test number
    137844582158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail37,978 miles (+2,365)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,978 miles
    Test number
    215330982496
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass35,613 miles (+2,463)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,613 miles
    Test number
    548231791297
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating
    • NoteSlight from rear wheel bearings

  22. Pass33,150 miles (+3,235)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,150 miles
    Test number
    610882790223
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside wiper blade worn
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  23. Fail29,915 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    393780089227
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly worn
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  24. Pass29,915 miles (+3,741)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,915 miles
    Test number
    862680289274
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly worn
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  25. Pass26,174 miles (+3,984)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,174 miles
    Test number
    294802888247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner side walls cracking

  26. Pass22,190 miles (+4,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,190 miles
    Test number
    544640297207
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass17,811 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,811 miles
    Test number
    610792896248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass13,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    13,978 miles
    Test number
    402007585263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OUM

Does LF52 OUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 OUM expired on 12 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OUM?
The MOT on LF52 OUM expired on 12 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 OUM done?
LF52 OUM was recorded at 146,525 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2024, an average of 6,948 miles a year.
Has LF52 OUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OUM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 OUM 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 OUM find?
LF52 OUM passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount area both sides.

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