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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LM61 FFJMOT history

LM61 FFJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2024.

LM61 FFJ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
136,129 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2024
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 FFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 FFJ was last recorded at 136,129 miles on 25 Nov 2024, 4,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,027 miles · 20 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,102 miles
Average per year
9,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,129 miles
  • 2023 – 132,027 miles
  • 2022 – 128,463 miles
  • 2021 – 124,775 miles
  • 2020 – 116,940 miles
  • 2019 – 104,587 miles
  • 2018 – 94,672 miles
  • 2017 – 80,571 miles
  • 2016 – 72,928 miles
  • 2015 – 60,113 miles
  • 2014 – 43,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,129 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Heatshield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both plus cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tires also have sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,129 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,129 miles
    Test number
    215369323774
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail136,122 miles (+4,095)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,122 miles
    Test number
    730688814384
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass132,027 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,027 miles
    Test number
    193810894557
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  4. Fail132,020 miles (+3,557)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,020 miles
    Test number
    926833571088
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfire/noise (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  5. Pass128,463 miles (+3,688)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    128,463 miles
    Test number
    305417664688
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,775 miles (+7,835)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,775 miles
    Test number
    579934227141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,940 miles
    Test number
    938426923653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail116,940 miles (+12,353)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,940 miles
    Test number
    425405139276
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass104,587 miles (+183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,587 miles
    Test number
    839158361794
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both plus cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail104,404 miles (+9,732)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,404 miles
    Test number
    738447942062
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both plus cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass94,672 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,672 miles
    Test number
    148554264331
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail94,670 miles (+14,099)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,670 miles
    Test number
    400349980522
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,571 miles
    Test number
    421730614802
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low

  14. Fail80,571 miles (+79)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,571 miles
    Test number
    190261448449
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low

  15. Fail80,492 miles (+7,564)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,492 miles
    Test number
    404863167429
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inside faces have corrosion rings. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen wiper just meets requirements.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass72,928 miles2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,928 miles
    Test number
    895864883993
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tires also have sidewall damage

  17. Fail72,928 miles (+12,815)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,928 miles
    Test number
    333218269508
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tires also have sidewall damage

  18. Pass60,113 miles (+16,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,113 miles
    Test number
    879327333036
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass43,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,939 miles
    Test number
    306633204313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 FFJ

Does LM61 FFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 FFJ expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 FFJ?
The MOT on LM61 FFJ expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 FFJ done?
LM61 FFJ was recorded at 136,129 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2024, an average of 9,153 miles a year.
Has LM61 FFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 FFJ has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 FFJ 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 FFJ find?
LM61 FFJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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