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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

LM61 HRJMOT history

LM61 HRJ is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 21 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 120,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LM61 HRJ silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,196 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HRJ was last recorded at 120,196 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,208 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,988 miles
Average per year
6,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,196 miles
  • 2025 – 118,208 miles
  • 2024 – 116,185 miles
  • 2023 – 112,651 miles
  • 2022 – 99,938 miles
  • 2021 – 96,091 miles
  • 2020 – 87,899 miles
  • 2019 – 79,565 miles
  • 2018 – 68,597 miles
  • 2017 – 57,204 miles
  • 2016 – 48,965 miles
  • 2015 – 46,609 miles
  • 2014 – 39,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,196 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,196 miles
    Test number
    167206805735
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

  2. Fail120,196 miles (+1,988)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,196 miles
    Test number
    120124612331
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

  3. Pass118,208 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    118,208 miles
    Test number
    337376816457
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail118,203 miles (+2,018)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,203 miles
    Test number
    780041470876
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass116,185 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,185 miles
    Test number
    111274904124
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT/REAR (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail116,178 miles (+4)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,178 miles
    Test number
    982444546699
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail116,174 miles (+3,523)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,174 miles
    Test number
    193505818480
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass112,651 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,651 miles
    Test number
    954426109507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heat sheild insecure
    • AdvisoryInjector blowing back
    • AdvisoryOil service indicator on

  9. Fail112,651 miles (+12,713)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,651 miles
    Test number
    649150558654
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heat sheild insecure
    • AdvisoryInjector blowing back
    • AdvisoryOil service indicator on

  10. Pass99,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,938 miles
    Test number
    871609502673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,935 miles (+3,844)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,935 miles
    Test number
    739666368059
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass96,091 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    625735940694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail96,083 miles (+8,184)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,083 miles
    Test number
    403257931499
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and metal scrapping noise when brakes applied (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    476718404124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,989 miles (+8,424)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,989 miles
    Test number
    857750068604
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  16. Pass79,565 miles (+10,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,565 miles
    Test number
    532073065311
    • 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))

  17. Pass68,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,597 miles
    Test number
    284068512468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,597 miles (+11,393)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,597 miles
    Test number
    790141827106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  19. Pass57,204 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    57,204 miles
    Test number
    891874859724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,197 miles (+8,232)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,197 miles
    Test number
    819806817709
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass48,965 miles (+2,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,965 miles
    Test number
    323806665797
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obsucureing view of componets
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates poor

  22. Pass46,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,609 miles
    Test number
    666587115243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,609 miles (+7,156)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,609 miles
    Test number
    179055915273
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass39,453 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    39,453 miles
    Test number
    126074414342
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 HRJ

Does LM61 HRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HRJ is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HRJ?
The MOT on LM61 HRJ is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 HRJ done?
LM61 HRJ was recorded at 120,196 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,926 miles a year.
Has LM61 HRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HRJ has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 HRJ 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 HRJ find?
LM61 HRJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front fog lamp not working.

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