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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LM61 HOJMOT history

LM61 HOJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 242,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LM61 HOJ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
242,746 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
15,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HOJ
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
1 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HOJ was last recorded at 242,746 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,746 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
15,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,746 miles
  • 2025 – 232,108 miles
  • 2024 – 228,411 miles
  • 2023 – 223,971 miles
  • 2022 – 221,235 miles
  • 2021 – 215,791 miles
  • 2020 – 176,538 miles
  • 2019 – 142,242 miles
  • 2018 – 108,204 miles
  • 2017 – 82,150 miles
  • 2016 – 74,885 miles
  • 2015 – 67,618 miles
  • 2014 – 53,145 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,746 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    242,746 miles
    Test number
    449844785964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail242,746 miles (+10,638)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,746 miles
    Test number
    593609741659
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Oil leaking excessively from transmission d shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass232,108 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    232,108 miles
    Test number
    651442004930
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail232,108 miles (+3,697)3 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,108 miles
    Test number
    945438120303
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass228,411 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    228,411 miles
    Test number
    665361459438
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail228,411 miles (+4,440)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,411 miles
    Test number
    458997892874
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and heat damaged (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass223,971 miles (+2,736)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    223,971 miles
    Test number
    376722172876
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass221,235 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    221,235 miles
    Test number
    858900637606
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to perish (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail221,235 miles (+5,444)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,235 miles
    Test number
    266647617762
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to perish (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass215,791 miles (+39,253)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    215,791 miles
    Test number
    434440852448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass176,538 miles (+34,296)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    176,538 miles
    Test number
    614093815227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass142,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    142,242 miles
    Test number
    304970797323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,242 miles (+34,038)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,242 miles
    Test number
    901735704774
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass108,204 miles (+26,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,204 miles
    Test number
    454527688650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass82,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    247898880998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,150 miles (+7,265)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    934455617479
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass74,885 miles (+7,267)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,885 miles
    Test number
    551747237948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above 1.6 mm limit,change asap (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,618 miles (+14,473)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,618 miles
    Test number
    208198016599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,145 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    336597094268
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  20. Pass53,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    697017294250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 HOJ

Does LM61 HOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HOJ is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HOJ?
The MOT on LM61 HOJ is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 HOJ done?
LM61 HOJ was recorded at 242,746 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 15,964 miles a year.
Has LM61 HOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HOJ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 HOJ 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 HOJ find?
LM61 HOJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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