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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LM52 ODHMOT history

LM52 ODH is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 323,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2023.

LM52 ODH red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
323,366 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
17,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 ODH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 ODH was last recorded at 323,366 miles on 23 Dec 2023, 24,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
298,996 miles · 22 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
24,370 miles
Average per year
17,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 323,366 miles
  • 2022 – 298,996 miles
  • 2021 – 288,529 miles
  • 2020 – 277,180 miles
  • 2018 – 266,614 miles
  • 2017 – 248,746 miles
  • 2016 – 223,559 miles
  • 2015 – 196,426 miles
  • 2014 – 176,776 miles
  • 2013 – 160,635 miles
  • 2012 – 116,759 miles
  • 2011 – 91,025 miles
  • 2010 – 74,016 miles
  • 2008 – 46,158 miles
  • 2007 – 29,389 miles
  • 2006 – 13,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass323,366 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front and Rear (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass323,366 miles (+24,370)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    323,366 miles
    Test number
    283460480919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front and Rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass298,996 miles (+10,467)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    298,996 miles
    Test number
    814619356799
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass288,529 miles (+6,011)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    288,529 miles
    Test number
    276920940180
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass282,518 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    282,518 miles
    Test number
    516361126191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass277,180 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    277,180 miles
    Test number
    112359835580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail277,168 miles (+10,554)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,168 miles
    Test number
    900690113300
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass266,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    266,614 miles
    Test number
    308793057907
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail266,614 miles (+17,868)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,614 miles
    Test number
    386777288804
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass248,746 miles (+25,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    248,746 miles
    Test number
    724308150486
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass223,559 miles (+27,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    223,559 miles
    Test number
    195917168669
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass196,426 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    196,426 miles
    Test number
    366539926900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail196,360 miles (+19,584)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,360 miles
    Test number
    583406430764
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat-shield insecure

  13. Pass176,776 miles (+16,141)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    176,776 miles
    Test number
    698414654320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass160,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    160,635 miles
    Test number
    489933153315
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail160,635 miles (+43,876)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,635 miles
    Test number
    809983753345
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass116,759 miles (+25,734)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    116,759 miles
    Test number
    377147252394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,025 miles (+17,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,025 miles
    Test number
    829676751393
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass74,016 miles (+15,379)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,016 miles
    Test number
    701546750337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,637 miles (+12,479)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,637 miles
    Test number
    731938100035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,158 miles (+16,122)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,158 miles
    Test number
    381007058381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,036 miles (+647)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,036 miles
    Test number
    240272718061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,389 miles (+12,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,389 miles
    Test number
    952121157375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,903 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,903 miles
    Test number
    882764907061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    13,138 miles
    Test number
    884044516004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 ODH

Does LM52 ODH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 ODH expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 ODH?
The MOT on LM52 ODH expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 ODH done?
LM52 ODH was recorded at 323,366 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2023, an average of 17,294 miles a year.
Has LM52 ODH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 ODH has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LM52 ODH 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 ODH find?
LM52 ODH passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside, and 1 more.

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