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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LM54 EXUMOT history

LM54 EXU is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 14,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LM54 EXU silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
14,678 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 EXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 EXU was last recorded at 14,678 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2014: 11,401 miles, lower than 11,983 miles on 7 Dec 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
14,452 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
226 miles
Average per year
345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 14,678 miles
  • 2024 – 14,452 miles
  • 2023 – 14,238 miles
  • 2022 – 13,750 miles
  • 2021 – 13,522 miles
  • 2020 – 13,295 miles
  • 2019 – 12,948 miles
  • 2018 – 12,632 miles
  • 2017 – 12,331 miles
  • 2016 – 12,021 miles
  • 2015 – 11,774 miles
  • 2014 – 11,401 miles
  • 2013 – 11,983 miles
  • 2012 – 10,889 miles
  • 2011 – 10,469 miles
  • 2010 – 9,923 miles
  • 2009 – 9,624 miles
  • 2008 – 8,935 miles
  • 2007 – 8,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,678 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,678 miles (+226)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    14,678 miles
    Test number
    681600090819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
  2. Pass14,452 miles (+214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    14,452 miles
    Test number
    181164309432
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass14,238 miles (+488)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    14,238 miles
    Test number
    242080963136
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
  4. Pass13,750 miles (+228)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    13,750 miles
    Test number
    582064474482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass13,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    13,522 miles
    Test number
    574612166675
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail13,522 miles (+227)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,522 miles
    Test number
    746797424510
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass13,295 miles (+347)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    13,295 miles
    Test number
    287699208083
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass12,948 miles (+316)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    12,948 miles
    Test number
    386960820370
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass12,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    12,632 miles
    Test number
    163434305368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail12,632 miles (+301)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,632 miles
    Test number
    724655332285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass12,331 miles (+310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    12,331 miles
    Test number
    359806746875
    • AdvisoryCentral Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  12. Pass12,021 miles (+247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    12,021 miles
    Test number
    772565015497
    • AdvisoryCentral obligatory indirect vision device deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  13. Pass11,774 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    11,774 miles
    Test number
    160297769252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass11,401 miles (-582)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    11,401 miles
    Test number
    358793134304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,983 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    11,983 miles
    Test number
    496711343466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,889 miles (+420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    10,889 miles
    Test number
    889703642379
    • AdvisoryFront Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  17. Pass10,469 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    10,469 miles
    Test number
    855937831386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,923 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    9,923 miles
    Test number
    624065640339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,624 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    9,624 miles
    Test number
    761210359356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,935 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    8,935 miles
    Test number
    661361948334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail8,926 miles (+460)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,926 miles
    Test number
    664527538363
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
  22. Pass8,466 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    8,466 miles
    Test number
    393000137334
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LM54 EXU

Does LM54 EXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 EXU is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 EXU?
The MOT on LM54 EXU is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 EXU done?
LM54 EXU was recorded at 14,678 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 345 miles a year.
Has LM54 EXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 EXU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LM54 EXU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 EXU find?
LM54 EXU passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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