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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,596 cc

LM61 DWLMOT history

LM61 DWL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 105,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LM61 DWL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,326 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DWL was last recorded at 105,326 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 3,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,674 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,652 miles
Average per year
6,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,326 miles
  • 2024 – 101,674 miles
  • 2022 – 90,418 miles
  • 2021 – 85,395 miles
  • 2020 – 79,864 miles
  • 2019 – 72,609 miles
  • 2018 – 65,827 miles
  • 2017 – 56,202 miles
  • 2016 – 45,881 miles
  • 2015 – 37,176 miles
  • 2014 – 27,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,326 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,326 miles (+3,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,326 miles
    Test number
    893122998579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass101,674 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,674 miles
    Test number
    990607547515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail101,665 miles (+6,634)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,665 miles
    Test number
    924860620368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass95,031 miles (+4,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,031 miles
    Test number
    649705811263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,418 miles (+5,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    90,418 miles
    Test number
    142738412680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,395 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,395 miles
    Test number
    759357820387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,864 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,864 miles
    Test number
    921788839070
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail79,864 miles (+7,255)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,864 miles
    Test number
    301732928087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass72,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,609 miles
    Test number
    448963649041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,607 miles (+6,780)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,607 miles
    Test number
    170587618629
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass65,827 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    830165963207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail65,775 miles (+9,573)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,775 miles
    Test number
    736291688868
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass56,202 miles (+10,321)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,202 miles
    Test number
    265415470239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,881 miles
    Test number
    312663683866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on side wall
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  15. Fail45,878 miles (+8,702)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,878 miles
    Test number
    223415419508
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on side wall
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  16. Pass37,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,176 miles
    Test number
    167819038072
    • 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. Fail37,176 miles (+9,435)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,176 miles
    Test number
    708753493815
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  18. Pass27,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,741 miles
    Test number
    849332234381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 DWL

Does LM61 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DWL is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DWL?
The MOT on LM61 DWL is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DWL done?
LM61 DWL was recorded at 105,326 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,975 miles a year.
Has LM61 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DWL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 DWL 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 LM61 DWL find?
LM61 DWL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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