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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LM61 HPAMOT history

LM61 HPA is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 10 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 196,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

LM61 HPA silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
196,773 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HPA was last recorded at 196,773 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 8,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,693 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,080 miles
Average per year
11,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,773 miles
  • 2025 – 188,693 miles
  • 2024 – 181,838 miles
  • 2023 – 168,470 miles
  • 2022 – 157,495 miles
  • 2021 – 150,366 miles
  • 2020 – 140,604 miles
  • 2019 – 128,586 miles
  • 2018 – 112,321 miles
  • 2017 – 95,882 miles
  • 2016 – 90,111 miles
  • 2015 – 80,215 miles
  • 2014 – 66,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,773 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to fall, rear
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,773 miles (+8,080)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    196,773 miles
    Test number
    874145030448
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to fall, rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,693 miles (+6,855)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    188,693 miles
    Test number
    414059474679
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass181,838 miles (+13,368)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    181,838 miles
    Test number
    709504905973
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass168,470 miles (+10,975)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    168,470 miles
    Test number
    543201896707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass157,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,495 miles
    Test number
    926403048246
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to O/S/R
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55/r16-93w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak under vehicle.

  6. Fail157,495 miles (+7,129)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,495 miles
    Test number
    141964564417
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/55/r16-93w (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to O/S/R
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/r16-93w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/55/r16-93w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak under vehicle.

  7. Pass150,366 miles (+9,762)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    150,366 miles
    Test number
    190241820515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,604 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,604 miles
    Test number
    735683536530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail140,518 miles (+11,932)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,518 miles
    Test number
    681562424156
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass128,586 miles (+16,265)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,586 miles
    Test number
    876356481044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Borderline pass (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass112,321 miles (+16,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,321 miles
    Test number
    629968834096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass95,882 miles (+5,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,882 miles
    Test number
    482242875862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately secured by cable tie. (3.6.A.3)

  13. Pass90,111 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,111 miles
    Test number
    875860244314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,215 miles
    Test number
    714330196194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,215 miles (+14,194)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,215 miles
    Test number
    676635646643
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass66,021 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,021 miles
    Test number
    665374414307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 HPA

Does LM61 HPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HPA is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HPA?
The MOT on LM61 HPA is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 HPA done?
LM61 HPA was recorded at 196,773 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 11,158 miles a year.
Has LM61 HPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HPA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM61 HPA 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 HPA find?
LM61 HPA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: exhaust heat shield insecure but not likely to fall, rear; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 6 more.

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