Ford Focus
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc
LM54 CHXMOT history
LM54 CHX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 62,712 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 14 Feb 2026
- Mileage
- 62,712 mi
- At MOT on 26 Jan 2018
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 5,324 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM54 CHX
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 19 Jan 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jan 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LM54 CHX was last recorded at 62,712 miles on 26 Jan 2018, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2018.
- Previous MOT
- 62,712 miles · 22 Jan 2018
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 5,324 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2018 – 62,712 miles
- 2017 – 61,887 miles
- 2016 – 58,283 miles
- 2015 – 53,065 miles
- 2014 – 48,441 miles
- 2013 – 42,154 miles
- 2012 – 36,853 miles
- 2011 – 31,477 miles
- 2010 – 27,270 miles
- 2008 – 20,656 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryInterior mirror is missingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
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.
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Non obligatory mirror damaged interior mirror missing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead has a flat spot
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Coolant very low
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
26 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
PassMileage not read7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 806425141186
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryInterior mirror is missing
FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 731350004126
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryInterior mirror is missing
PassMileage not read6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 185847943443
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged interior mirror missing
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead has a flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant very low
- AdvisoryRadio display covers hazard light switch
FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 683148835725
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both edges worn bald and been run flat and sidewalls bulged all round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorHazard warning switch faulty obscured by radio display (4.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both lamps deteriorated and very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged interior mirror missing
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead has a flat spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant very low
PassMileage not read6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 250860647176
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryInterior mirror is missing
FailMileage not read5 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 118679176736
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryInterior mirror is missing
PassMileage not read
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 352296507836
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 854771235244
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 969811071666
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- 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))
PassMileage not read1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 565010802676
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
PassMileage not read3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 412720518985
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryMoisture around power steering rack areas
- AdvisoryOil residue engine areas
Pass62,712 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 62,712 miles
- Test number
- 687413260388
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Fail62,712 miles (+825)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,712 miles
- Test number
- 743725264282
- FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Pass61,887 miles (+3,604)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 61,887 miles
- Test number
- 812032481669
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc corroded
Pass58,283 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 58,283 miles
- Test number
- 218623977580
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,283 miles (+5,218)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,283 miles
- Test number
- 495642736127
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass53,065 miles (+4,624)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 53,065 miles
- Test number
- 168097115497
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,441 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 48,441 miles
- Test number
- 817500424025
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,441 miles (+6,287)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,441 miles
- Test number
- 787978614030
- FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
Pass42,154 miles (+5,301)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 42,154 miles
- Test number
- 678792213041
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,853 miles (+5,376)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 36,853 miles
- Test number
- 155014712464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,477 miles (+4,207)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 31,477 miles
- Test number
- 315124611044
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,270 miles (+6,614)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 27,270 miles
- Test number
- 474392920073
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass20,656 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 20,656 miles
- Test number
- 543019058319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail20,655 miles (+11,307)1 failure3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 20,655 miles
- Test number
- 954727558374
- FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass9,348 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 9,348 miles
- Test number
- 631248518028
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Questions about LM54 CHX
- Does LM54 CHX currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LM54 CHX expired on 14 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LM54 CHX?
- The MOT on LM54 CHX expired on 14 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LM54 CHX done?
- LM54 CHX was recorded at 62,712 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2018, an average of 5,324 miles a year.
- Has LM54 CHX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM54 CHX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on LM54 CHX 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 LM54 CHX find?
- LM54 CHX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 4 more.
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