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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,988 cc

LM52 FFNMOT history

LM52 FFN is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

LM52 FFN green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
91,837 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FFN was last recorded at 91,837 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 7,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,977 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,860 miles
Average per year
3,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,837 miles
  • 2024 – 83,977 miles
  • 2023 – 76,103 miles
  • 2022 – 66,770 miles
  • 2021 – 62,776 miles
  • 2020 – 58,980 miles
  • 2019 – 55,408 miles
  • 2018 – 51,804 miles
  • 2017 – 51,514 miles
  • 2016 – 47,834 miles
  • 2015 – 43,374 miles
  • 2014 – 39,044 miles
  • 2013 – 35,248 miles
  • 2012 – 34,223 miles
  • 2011 – 33,287 miles
  • 2010 – 32,224 miles
  • 2009 – 31,182 miles
  • 2008 – 30,079 miles
  • 2007 – 28,874 miles
  • 2006 – 27,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,837 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear reverse light inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,837 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,837 miles
    Test number
    326876477666
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  2. Fail91,837 miles (+7,860)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,837 miles
    Test number
    128875165777
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  3. Pass83,977 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    608493823269
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inop
    • AdvisoryUnable to test rear seat belts due to items in rear of car
    • AdvisoryWater in fog lamp

  4. Fail83,977 miles (+7,874)1 dangerous2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    237079583462
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55R16 V (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror glass broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inop
    • AdvisoryUnable to test rear seat belts due to items in rear of car
    • AdvisoryWater in fog lamp

  5. Pass76,103 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,103 miles
    Test number
    601518033856
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Fail76,103 miles (+9,333)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,103 miles
    Test number
    843321339332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass66,770 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,770 miles
    Test number
    343454964727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail66,770 miles (+3,994)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,770 miles
    Test number
    579880329005
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,776 miles (+3,796)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,776 miles
    Test number
    618532275317
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated Fuel Filler Neck (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo Reverse Light
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass58,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    537016220800
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail58,980 miles (+3,572)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    499723039716
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass55,408 miles (+3,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,408 miles
    Test number
    605922810661
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass51,804 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,804 miles
    Test number
    476468807844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail51,804 miles (+290)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,804 miles
    Test number
    953298036630
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass51,514 miles (+3,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,514 miles
    Test number
    777216476591
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass47,834 miles (+4,460)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,834 miles
    Test number
    271095380939
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass43,374 miles (+4,330)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    631695900935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass39,044 miles (+3,796)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    697488344210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSurface cracks in the thread of the offside front tyre

  19. Fail35,248 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,248 miles
    Test number
    436306043296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

  20. Pass35,248 miles (+1,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,248 miles
    Test number
    467146943271
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

  21. Pass34,223 miles (+936)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,223 miles
    Test number
    838793142223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,287 miles (+1,063)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,287 miles
    Test number
    347902541210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,224 miles
    Test number
    221435030219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,224 miles (+1,042)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,224 miles
    Test number
    903725630227
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  25. Pass31,182 miles (+1,103)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,182 miles
    Test number
    171189639245
    • NoteTyre profile differant front to rear

  26. Pass30,079 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,079 miles
    Test number
    403369348259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,874 miles
    Test number
    151103757282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,874 miles (+1,389)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,874 miles
    Test number
    630503957253
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass27,485 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,485 miles
    Test number
    721246856283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,520 miles
    Test number
    392037126005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 FFN

Does LM52 FFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 FFN expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FFN?
The MOT on LM52 FFN expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 FFN done?
LM52 FFN was recorded at 91,837 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 3,432 miles a year.
Has LM52 FFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FFN has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 FFN 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 LM52 FFN find?
LM52 FFN passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight opaque, and 5 more.

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