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Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LL51 LCTMOT history

LL51 LCT is a green diesel Ford Focus first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

LL51 LCT green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2022
Mileage
120,282 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 LCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 LCT was last recorded at 120,282 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 12,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,800 miles · 6 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
12,482 miles
Average per year
5,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,282 miles
  • 2021 – 107,800 miles
  • 2020 – 98,455 miles
  • 2019 – 87,339 miles
  • 2018 – 77,833 miles
  • 2017 – 76,218 miles
  • 2016 – 73,690 miles
  • 2015 – 70,418 miles
  • 2014 – 68,540 miles
  • 2013 – 66,580 miles
  • 2012 – 62,000 miles
  • 2011 – 58,539 miles
  • 2010 – 55,766 miles
  • 2009 – 50,598 miles
  • 2008 – 44,828 miles
  • 2007 – 38,656 miles
  • 2006 – 32,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,282 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront bonnet catch broke on test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear exhuast heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryRear fue; tank straps rusty

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.

  • Corrosion to under body and suspension

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,282 miles (+12,482)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,282 miles
    Test number
    482228724173
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet catch broke on test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhuast heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear fue; tank straps rusty
  2. Pass107,800 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,800 miles
    Test number
    166123762330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low on edges
    • AdvisoryUnderbody,suspension and subframes corroded,some areas weak
  3. Fail107,791 miles (+9,336)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,791 miles
    Test number
    903354101642
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed wire and threads exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers defective (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury bottom fixing corroded and sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury corroded and sharp edges, bottom fixing insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both rear sill to wheel arch corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sets of front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant down to minimum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Rear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear sub frame and suspension components showing signs of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass98,455 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,455 miles
    Test number
    785019118882
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
  5. Fail98,455 miles (+11,116)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,455 miles
    Test number
    534047166853
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
  6. Pass87,339 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,339 miles
    Test number
    605869999388
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail87,339 miles (+9,506)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,339 miles
    Test number
    785444044918
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement replace soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass77,833 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,833 miles
    Test number
    463886747188
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (replace soon) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail77,829 miles (+1,611)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    457628146979
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (replace soon) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass76,218 miles (+2,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,218 miles
    Test number
    872536983812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under body and around suspenion
  11. Pass73,690 miles (+3,272)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,690 miles
    Test number
    289362919450
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySills and underbody corroded,some areas weak
  12. Pass70,418 miles (+1,878)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,418 miles
    Test number
    639789615099
    • 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)
    • NoteBrake piupes corroded
    • NoteSills corroded and weak
    • NoteUnderbody and suspension corroded
  13. Pass68,540 miles (+1,960)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,540 miles
    Test number
    139617824029
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnderbody ,suspension and subframes corroded,both sills feel weal
    • NoteWiper blades need changing soon
  14. Pass66,580 miles (+1,006)6 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,580 miles
    Test number
    547011033042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCorrosion to brake pipes
    • NoteNearside mirror loose
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear inner sills and backpanel badly corroded
    • NoteSubframes corroded
  15. Fail65,574 miles (+3,574)3 failures6 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,574 miles
    Test number
    195878023430
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCorrosion to brake pipes
    • NoteNearside mirror loose
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear inner sills and backpanel badly corroded
    • NoteSubframes corroded
  16. Pass62,000 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,000 miles
    Test number
    699803532032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,539 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,539 miles
    Test number
    206187021021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,766 miles
    Test number
    234508810041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,766 miles (+5,168)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,766 miles
    Test number
    331295910016
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  20. Pass50,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    191513939052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,598 miles (+5,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    544473339057
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass44,828 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,828 miles
    Test number
    611390918008
    • 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)
    • NoteWipers poor
  23. Fail44,828 miles (+6,172)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,828 miles
    Test number
    172290318498
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteWipers poor
  24. Pass38,656 miles (+6,185)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,656 miles
    Test number
    222661617076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,471 miles
    Test number
    271733636017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL51 LCT

Does LL51 LCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 LCT expired on 5 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 LCT?
The MOT on LL51 LCT expired on 5 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 LCT done?
LL51 LCT was recorded at 120,282 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 5,255 miles a year.
Has LL51 LCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 LCT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 LCT 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 LL51 LCT find?
LL51 LCT failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn, and 15 more.

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