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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LL57 BUHMOT history

LL57 BUH is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2025.

LL57 BUH blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2026
Mileage
140,794 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 BUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 BUH was last recorded at 140,794 miles on 28 Feb 2025, 9,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,570 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
9,224 miles
Average per year
8,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,794 miles
  • 2024 – 131,570 miles
  • 2023 – 122,190 miles
  • 2022 – 120,347 miles
  • 2021 – 118,525 miles
  • 2020 – 115,257 miles
  • 2019 – 108,693 miles
  • 2018 – 97,813 miles
  • 2017 – 84,124 miles
  • 2016 – 65,994 miles
  • 2015 – 49,985 miles
  • 2014 – 43,204 miles
  • 2013 – 37,414 miles
  • 2012 – 30,935 miles
  • 2011 – 24,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,794 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under-trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,794 miles (+9,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    140,794 miles
    Test number
    172438295869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass131,570 miles (+9,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    131,570 miles
    Test number
    868177658239
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower arm rear bush is starting to perish & separate
    • AdvisoryNoise starting from o/s/f wheel bearing

  3. Pass122,190 miles (+1,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    680205300039
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass120,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,347 miles
    Test number
    338624699426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail120,344 miles (+1,819)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,344 miles
    Test number
    423434926269
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass118,525 miles (+3,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,525 miles
    Test number
    951505767955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,257 miles (+6,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    163169049007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 205/55/16 v (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass108,693 miles (+10,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    108,693 miles
    Test number
    803526506522
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected

  9. Pass97,813 miles (+116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,813 miles
    Test number
    841837912702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail97,697 miles (+13,573)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,697 miles
    Test number
    582989085246
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance very dull (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure underneath vehicle at connector block (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass84,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,124 miles
    Test number
    607286573527
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Fail84,124 miles (+18,130)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,124 miles
    Test number
    351804597084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Pass65,994 miles (+16,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    910093454311
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass49,985 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    869472465076
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing

  15. Fail49,985 miles (+6,781)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    117491765021
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing

  16. Pass43,204 miles (+5,790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,204 miles
    Test number
    635356314077
    • NoteOff side rear tyre weariing inner edge

  17. Pass37,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,414 miles
    Test number
    237434823051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,414 miles (+6,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,414 miles
    Test number
    579484323069
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass30,935 miles (+6,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,935 miles
    Test number
    926897422027
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass24,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,357 miles
    Test number
    548270821058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL57 BUH

Does LL57 BUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL57 BUH expired on 3 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL57 BUH?
The MOT on LL57 BUH expired on 3 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL57 BUH done?
LL57 BUH was recorded at 140,794 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2025, an average of 8,253 miles a year.
Has LL57 BUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 BUH has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LL57 BUH 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 LL57 BUH find?
LL57 BUH passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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