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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LM52 LPZMOT history

LM52 LPZ is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

LM52 LPZ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
99,356 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LPZ was last recorded at 99,356 miles on 23 May 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,354 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,356 miles
  • 2023 – 93,235 miles
  • 2022 – 88,790 miles
  • 2021 – 86,544 miles
  • 2020 – 84,945 miles
  • 2019 – 81,479 miles
  • 2018 – 78,241 miles
  • 2017 – 74,969 miles
  • 2016 – 72,713 miles
  • 2015 – 69,069 miles
  • 2014 – 65,890 miles
  • 2013 – 63,604 miles
  • 2012 – 61,569 miles
  • 2011 – 59,279 miles
  • 2010 – 57,013 miles
  • 2009 – 54,254 miles
  • 2008 – 49,721 miles
  • 2007 – 37,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,356 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,356 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,356 miles
    Test number
    467101521382
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail99,354 miles (+6,119)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,354 miles
    Test number
    224294170959
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass93,235 miles (+1,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,235 miles
    Test number
    872496787473
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass91,545 miles (+2,755)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,545 miles
    Test number
    466960127803
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass88,790 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,790 miles
    Test number
    361085895797
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,790 miles (+2,246)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,790 miles
    Test number
    606201963108
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,544 miles (+1,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,544 miles
    Test number
    382080430701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195 60 15v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,945 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,945 miles
    Test number
    137841999937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    598836994672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,479 miles (+3,238)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    114323768362
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass78,241 miles (+3,272)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,241 miles
    Test number
    688817961352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass74,969 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,969 miles
    Test number
    410770424139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,713 miles (+3,644)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,713 miles
    Test number
    896024047332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,069 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,069 miles
    Test number
    600366288256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,890 miles (+2,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,890 miles
    Test number
    657811724236
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass63,604 miles (+2,035)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,604 miles
    Test number
    107045413296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteCut in n/s front tyre

  17. Pass61,569 miles (+2,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    726841832243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass59,279 miles (+2,266)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,279 miles
    Test number
    728748421256
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cut in tread

  19. Pass57,013 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,013 miles
    Test number
    194237010218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,254 miles (+4,533)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,254 miles
    Test number
    761697339210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteGear box slight oil leak

  21. Pass49,721 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,721 miles
    Test number
    351521548460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,079 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,079 miles
    Test number
    151498708498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,841 miles
    Test number
    480139707061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 LPZ

Does LM52 LPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 LPZ expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LPZ?
The MOT on LM52 LPZ expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 LPZ done?
LM52 LPZ was recorded at 99,356 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
Has LM52 LPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LPZ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 LPZ 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 LPZ find?
LM52 LPZ passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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