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Ford Focus

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LL12 ZDWMOT history

LL12 ZDW is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 21 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 86,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LL12 ZDW red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,469 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 ZDW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 ZDW was last recorded at 86,469 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Oct 2021: 65,757 miles, lower than 77,917 miles on 13 Nov 2020.

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
86,461 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,469 miles
  • 2025 – 85,653 miles
  • 2024 – 82,469 miles
  • 2023 – 77,408 miles
  • 2022 – 69,996 miles
  • 2021 – 65,757 miles
  • 2020 – 77,917 miles
  • 2019 – 58,049 miles
  • 2018 – 54,745 miles
  • 2017 – 46,613 miles
  • 2016 – 38,254 miles
  • 2015 – 34,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,469 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSR & OSR (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,469 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    929097071817
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSR & OSR (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail86,461 miles (+808)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,461 miles
    Test number
    441803003120
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSR & OSR (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass85,653 miles (+3,184)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,653 miles
    Test number
    691724225024
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension slightlycorrodedd
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n.s and o.s rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass82,469 miles (+5,061)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,469 miles
    Test number
    229416661124
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n.s and o.s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass77,408 miles (+7,412)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,408 miles
    Test number
    452411661808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,996 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,996 miles
    Test number
    288373649891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail69,996 miles (+4,239)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,996 miles
    Test number
    654694049232
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass65,757 miles (-12,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,757 miles
    Test number
    842898792870
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipe nuts corroding , both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm front mount bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres on front axle to rear
  9. Pass77,917 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,917 miles
    Test number
    168937116510
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre size different front to rear and Winter tyre Nearside front , Summer tyre Offside front
  10. Fail77,917 miles (+14,042)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,917 miles
    Test number
    602966833922
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre size different front to rear and Winter tyre Nearside front , Summer tyre Offside front
  11. Fail63,875 miles (+5,826)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    490573499662
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass58,049 miles (+3,304)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,049 miles
    Test number
    871649819977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass54,745 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    145432380109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail54,738 miles (+8,125)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,738 miles
    Test number
    325187123123
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass46,613 miles (+102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,613 miles
    Test number
    589874610309
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
  16. Fail46,511 miles (+8,257)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,511 miles
    Test number
    519201357216
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
  17. Pass38,254 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,254 miles
    Test number
    680027386376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,214 miles (+35)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,214 miles
    Test number
    259393345133
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail34,179 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,179 miles
    Test number
    389442345127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LL12 ZDW

Does LL12 ZDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 ZDW is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 ZDW?
The MOT on LL12 ZDW is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 ZDW done?
LL12 ZDW was recorded at 86,469 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,633 miles a year.
Has LL12 ZDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 ZDW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL12 ZDW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL12 ZDW find?
LL12 ZDW passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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