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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

LM61 JLXMOT history

LM61 JLX is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 20 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 174,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

LM61 JLX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
174,002 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 JLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 JLX was last recorded at 174,002 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 6,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2021: 30,134 miles, lower than 130,108 miles on 29 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,664 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,338 miles
Average per year
11,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,002 miles
  • 2025 – 167,664 miles
  • 2024 – 158,770 miles
  • 2023 – 150,387 miles
  • 2022 – 137,936 miles
  • 2021 – 30,134 miles
  • 2020 – 125,017 miles
  • 2019 – 115,950 miles
  • 2018 – 104,125 miles
  • 2017 – 86,471 miles
  • 2016 – 84,599 miles
  • 2015 – 68,793 miles
  • 2014 – 45,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,002 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

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 pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Child seat fitted/under trays and engine covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,002 miles (+6,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    174,002 miles
    Test number
    472061207814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  2. Pass167,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    167,664 miles
    Test number
    112511228825
    • 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))

  3. Fail167,664 miles (+8,894)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,664 miles
    Test number
    614189104868
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass158,770 miles (+8,383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,770 miles
    Test number
    412548583648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  5. Pass150,387 miles (+12,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    150,387 miles
    Test number
    762005216030
    • AdvisoryCentral Heat Shield Loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass137,936 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,936 miles
    Test number
    813039207063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail137,936 miles (+107,802)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,936 miles
    Test number
    516248489692
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass30,134 miles (-99,974)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    30,134 miles
    Test number
    304973520722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail130,108 miles (+5,091)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,108 miles
    Test number
    708178706358
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass125,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    913163199745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,017 miles (+9,067)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    703620246019
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass115,950 miles (+11,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,950 miles
    Test number
    974849747272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    104,125 miles
    Test number
    118684242932
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted, some components not visible.

  14. Fail104,125 miles (+17,654)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,125 miles
    Test number
    980020713808
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted, some components not visible.

  15. Pass86,471 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,471 miles
    Test number
    666037395164
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Pass84,599 miles (+15,806)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    718922075111
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted preventing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated

  17. Pass68,793 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,793 miles
    Test number
    938634848623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted/under trays and engine covers
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test

  18. Fail68,793 miles (+22,942)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,793 miles
    Test number
    445193820422
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted/under trays and engine covers
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test

  19. Pass45,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,851 miles
    Test number
    326771134318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 JLX

Does LM61 JLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 JLX is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 JLX?
The MOT on LM61 JLX is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 JLX done?
LM61 JLX was recorded at 174,002 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 11,414 miles a year.
Has LM61 JLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 JLX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 JLX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM61 JLX find?
LM61 JLX passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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