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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,753 cc

LM54 RSUMOT history

LM54 RSU is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 27 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LM54 RSU blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,618 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 RSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 RSU was last recorded at 205,618 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 2,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,178 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,440 miles
Average per year
9,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,618 miles
  • 2025 – 203,178 miles
  • 2024 – 197,368 miles
  • 2023 – 194,164 miles
  • 2022 – 190,546 miles
  • 2021 – 185,637 miles
  • 2019 – 177,454 miles
  • 2018 – 168,344 miles
  • 2017 – 156,406 miles
  • 2016 – 133,887 miles
  • 2015 – 124,741 miles
  • 2014 – 106,692 miles
  • 2013 – 84,792 miles
  • 2012 – 75,659 miles
  • 2011 – 66,792 miles
  • 2010 – 56,477 miles
  • 2009 – 47,948 miles
  • 2008 – 36,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,618 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,618 miles (+2,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,618 miles
    Test number
    135184048291
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass203,178 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    203,178 miles
    Test number
    144144731591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  3. Fail203,176 miles (+5,808)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,176 miles
    Test number
    964870797782
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  4. Pass197,368 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,368 miles
    Test number
    710104559352
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail197,368 miles (+3,204)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,368 miles
    Test number
    759874135795
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass194,164 miles (+3,618)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    194,164 miles
    Test number
    447695191262
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass190,546 miles (+4,909)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    190,546 miles
    Test number
    401270774154
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass185,637 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    185,637 miles
    Test number
    813735160156
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail185,637 miles (+8,183)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,637 miles
    Test number
    718705546124
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass177,454 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    177,454 miles
    Test number
    993546628996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail177,453 miles (+9,109)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,453 miles
    Test number
    113237787036
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass168,344 miles (+11,938)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    168,344 miles
    Test number
    335883836391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass156,406 miles (+22,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    156,406 miles
    Test number
    329675629377
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass133,887 miles (+9,146)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,887 miles
    Test number
    889685984393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,741 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    124,741 miles
    Test number
    638103335240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail124,741 miles (+18,049)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,741 miles
    Test number
    699243435229
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass106,692 miles (+21,900)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,692 miles
    Test number
    496398344017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,792 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,792 miles
    Test number
    348996833050
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring end broken but secure on its place

  19. Fail84,792 miles (+9,133)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,792 miles
    Test number
    578946733006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring end broken but secure on its place

  20. Pass75,659 miles (+8,867)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,659 miles
    Test number
    126985532010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,792 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    459924751071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,721 miles (+10,244)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,721 miles
    Test number
    565772441085
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass56,477 miles (+8,529)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,477 miles
    Test number
    954749930075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,948 miles (+11,374)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,948 miles
    Test number
    983288259059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,574 miles
    Test number
    632327448034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 RSU

Does LM54 RSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 RSU is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 RSU?
The MOT on LM54 RSU is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 RSU done?
LM54 RSU was recorded at 205,618 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 9,405 miles a year.
Has LM54 RSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 RSU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 RSU 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 RSU find?
LM54 RSU passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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