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Ford Focus C-MAX

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

LM54 ULPMOT history

LM54 ULP is a grey petrol Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 31 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 99,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

LM54 ULP grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2023
Mileage
99,654 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ULP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ULP was last recorded at 99,654 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 4,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2015: 78,275 miles, lower than 78,721 miles on 20 Oct 2015.

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
95,096 miles · 28 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,558 miles
Average per year
4,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,654 miles
  • 2021 – 95,096 miles
  • 2020 – 92,030 miles
  • 2019 – 89,466 miles
  • 2018 – 86,245 miles
  • 2017 – 82,919 miles
  • 2016 – 80,509 miles
  • 2015 – 78,275 miles
  • 2014 – 75,496 miles
  • 2013 – 70,897 miles
  • 2012 – 66,406 miles
  • 2011 – 61,889 miles
  • 2010 – 57,502 miles
  • 2009 – 47,308 miles
  • 2008 – 34,209 miles
  • 2007 – 32,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,654 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,654 miles (+4,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,654 miles
    Test number
    739745205705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,096 miles
    Test number
    750925713120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail95,096 miles (+3,066)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,096 miles
    Test number
    351985198144
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass92,030 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,030 miles
    Test number
    174334168197
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail92,027 miles (+2,561)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,027 miles
    Test number
    912626165886
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass89,466 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,466 miles
    Test number
    361647125210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail89,452 miles (+3,207)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,452 miles
    Test number
    516839438395
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Beam pattern affected (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass86,245 miles (+10)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,245 miles
    Test number
    107169731496
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield loose but unlikely to fall off

  9. Fail86,235 miles (+3,316)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    931070345501
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield loose but unlikely to fall off

  10. Pass82,919 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,919 miles
    Test number
    147737467464
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail82,863 miles (+2,354)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,863 miles
    Test number
    323697902076
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass80,509 miles (+2,234)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,509 miles
    Test number
    876718050264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged offside lower corner

  13. Pass78,275 miles (-446)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    78,275 miles
    Test number
    674733432030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.70mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  14. Fail78,721 miles (+3,225)3 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,721 miles
    Test number
    798798975865
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.70mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  15. Pass75,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,496 miles
    Test number
    466315404456
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail75,496 miles (+4,599)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,496 miles
    Test number
    697525004394
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass70,897 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    529165303321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail70,897 miles (+4,491)1 failure1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    365345203371
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass66,406 miles (+3)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,406 miles
    Test number
    189984602364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn inner and outer edge

  20. Fail66,403 miles (+4,514)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    685423202350
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn inner and outer edge

  21. Pass61,889 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,889 miles
    Test number
    157649791290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail61,889 miles (+4,387)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,889 miles
    Test number
    275259791270
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass57,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    910408800370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,502 miles (+10,194)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    124952400377
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail47,308 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,308 miles
    Test number
    500150769113
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExternal tailgate release button not working
    • NoteO/S/F front fog lamp damaged

  26. Pass47,308 miles (+12)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,308 miles
    Test number
    733970169193
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExternal tailgate release button not working
    • NoteO/S/F front fog lamp damaged

  27. Fail47,296 miles (+13,087)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,296 miles
    Test number
    280997749115
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass34,209 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,209 miles
    Test number
    560048498077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,236 miles
    Test number
    242773257340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM54 ULP

Does LM54 ULP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ULP expired on 3 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ULP?
The MOT on LM54 ULP expired on 3 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ULP done?
LM54 ULP was recorded at 99,654 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 4,544 miles a year.
Has LM54 ULP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ULP has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LM54 ULP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 ULP find?
LM54 ULP passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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