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Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,596 cc

LM10 VEXMOT history

LM10 VEX is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 158,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LM10 VEX grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,242 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 VEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
14 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 VEX was last recorded at 158,242 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 5,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,340 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,902 miles
Average per year
11,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,242 miles
  • 2025 – 152,340 miles
  • 2024 – 137,410 miles
  • 2023 – 121,420 miles
  • 2022 – 104,406 miles
  • 2021 – 87,683 miles
  • 2020 – 72,643 miles
  • 2019 – 54,144 miles
  • 2018 – 41,131 miles
  • 2017 – 38,598 miles
  • 2016 – 32,780 miles
  • 2015 – 27,409 miles
  • 2014 – 20,838 miles
  • 2013 – 14,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,242 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • N/s/r tyre misshaped worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,242 miles (+5,902)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,242 miles
    Test number
    618521794960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,340 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,340 miles
    Test number
    940038600927
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail152,302 miles (+14,892)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,302 miles
    Test number
    831277887054
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f o/s/r n/s/f as one wheel nut missing on each wheel
    • AdvisorySurface rust on all rear suspension parts

  4. Pass137,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    137,410 miles
    Test number
    370639733117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,410 miles (+15,990)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,410 miles
    Test number
    958403880218
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,420 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    416866996447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail121,415 miles (+17,009)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,415 miles
    Test number
    374614490318
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass104,406 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,406 miles
    Test number
    303716740450
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre misshaped worn inner edge

  9. Fail104,403 miles (+16,720)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,403 miles
    Test number
    422418595129
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre misshaped worn inner edge

  10. Pass87,683 miles (+15,040)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    133943993622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,643 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    154636763269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  12. Fail72,633 miles (+18,489)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,633 miles
    Test number
    256048505355
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  13. Pass54,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,144 miles
    Test number
    212993828307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,144 miles (+13,013)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,144 miles
    Test number
    643289996282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass41,131 miles (+2,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,131 miles
    Test number
    812649482798
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  16. Pass38,598 miles (+5,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,598 miles
    Test number
    403242400438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass32,780 miles (+5,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,780 miles
    Test number
    962767268124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,409 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,409 miles
    Test number
    226343255420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,838 miles (+6,148)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    20,838 miles
    Test number
    156069024173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,690 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    14,690 miles
    Test number
    836994733132
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail14,678 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,678 miles
    Test number
    826954333126
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LM10 VEX

Does LM10 VEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 VEX is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 VEX?
The MOT on LM10 VEX is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 VEX done?
LM10 VEX was recorded at 158,242 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 11,282 miles a year.
Has LM10 VEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 VEX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 VEX 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 LM10 VEX find?
LM10 VEX passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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