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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LL03 AVJMOT history

LL03 AVJ is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2024.

LL03 AVJ grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2025
Mileage
78,471 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 AVJ was last recorded at 78,471 miles on 25 Jan 2024, 4,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jul 2009: 4,384 miles, lower than 38,908 miles on 1 Aug 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
74,315 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,156 miles
Average per year
3,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 78,471 miles
  • 2022 – 74,315 miles
  • 2021 – 59,829 miles
  • 2020 – 54,579 miles
  • 2019 – 48,689 miles
  • 2018 – 43,738 miles
  • 2017 – 37,465 miles
  • 2016 – 31,673 miles
  • 2015 – 26,428 miles
  • 2014 – 20,890 miles
  • 2013 – 15,747 miles
  • 2012 – 14,458 miles
  • 2011 – 9,937 miles
  • 2010 – 7,636 miles
  • 2009 – 4,384 miles
  • 2008 – 38,908 miles
  • 2007 – 32,436 miles
  • 2006 – 22,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,471 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,471 miles (+4,156)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,471 miles
    Test number
    288611298296
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass74,315 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    669868209260
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective 20" standard (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides - sill / arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter rear flange is corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir completely empty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail74,315 miles (+14,486)4 repaired2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    599704729918
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective 20" standard (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides - sill / arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter rear flange is corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir completely empty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass59,829 miles (+5,250)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,829 miles
    Test number
    105461606739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,579 miles (+5,890)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,579 miles
    Test number
    735665663937
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass48,689 miles (+4,951)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,689 miles
    Test number
    170961604796
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass43,738 miles (+6,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,738 miles
    Test number
    197518957938
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass37,465 miles (+5,792)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    37,465 miles
    Test number
    430728660428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,673 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,673 miles
    Test number
    211865884160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,428 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    117390959543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,890 miles
    Test number
    407940304380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail20,889 miles (+5,142)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,889 miles
    Test number
    959420104332
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass15,747 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    15,747 miles
    Test number
    498049703352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail15,745 miles (+1,287)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,745 miles
    Test number
    358588603381
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass14,458 miles (+4,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    14,458 miles
    Test number
    235012712272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass9,937 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    9,937 miles
    Test number
    439189821258
    • NoteAll disc's corroded
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly when tuurned by hand

  17. Fail9,935 miles (+2,299)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,935 miles
    Test number
    517328721239
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteAll disc's corroded
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly when tuurned by hand

  18. Pass7,636 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    7,636 miles
    Test number
    492214300274
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and pitted slightly

  19. Fail7,635 miles (+3,251)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,635 miles
    Test number
    254864700204
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and pitted slightly

  20. Pass4,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    4,384 miles
    Test number
    364822419272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail4,384 miles (-34,524)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,384 miles
    Test number
    382892619239
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,908 miles (+6,472)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,908 miles
    Test number
    642544818240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,436 miles (+10,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,436 miles
    Test number
    132821777228
    • 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)

  24. Pass22,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,114 miles
    Test number
    441882086139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL03 AVJ

Does LL03 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 AVJ expired on 24 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 AVJ?
The MOT on LL03 AVJ expired on 24 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 AVJ done?
LL03 AVJ was recorded at 78,471 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2024, an average of 3,208 miles a year.
Has LL03 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 AVJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LL03 AVJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 AVJ find?
LL03 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2024 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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