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Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LM61 UDZMOT history

LM61 UDZ is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 17 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 158,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LM61 UDZ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,537 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 UDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 UDZ was last recorded at 158,537 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 10,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
148,090 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,447 miles
Average per year
9,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,537 miles
  • 2025 – 148,090 miles
  • 2024 – 140,432 miles
  • 2023 – 126,142 miles
  • 2022 – 116,435 miles
  • 2021 – 108,476 miles
  • 2020 – 100,723 miles
  • 2019 – 92,838 miles
  • 2018 – 83,522 miles
  • 2017 – 76,429 miles
  • 2016 – 70,897 miles
  • 2015 – 66,153 miles
  • 2014 – 48,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,537 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Body panel slightly loose side skirt (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,537 miles (+10,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,537 miles
    Test number
    118567460150
    • AdvisoryNearside Body panel slightly loose side skirt (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass148,090 miles (+7,658)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    148,090 miles
    Test number
    405032097196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass140,432 miles (+14,290)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,432 miles
    Test number
    362709912124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,142 miles (+9,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    126,142 miles
    Test number
    298323705735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass116,435 miles (+7,959)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    116,435 miles
    Test number
    515089417477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,476 miles (+7,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,476 miles
    Test number
    103139592430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass100,723 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,723 miles
    Test number
    199467231444
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Fail100,271 miles (+7,433)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,271 miles
    Test number
    117180189659
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass92,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,838 miles
    Test number
    380282469680
    • 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))
  10. Fail92,838 miles (+9,316)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,838 miles
    Test number
    440927205520
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
  11. Pass83,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,522 miles
    Test number
    486336516484
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail83,522 miles (+7,093)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,522 miles
    Test number
    892812719865
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass76,429 miles (+5,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,429 miles
    Test number
    447411936292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on iner edge
    • 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)
  14. Pass70,897 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,897 miles
    Test number
    146475723218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,153 miles (+17,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    919899921807
    • AdvisoryEngine and/or floor covers fitted
  16. Pass48,321 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,321 miles
    Test number
    388663794213
    • NoteFronr brake discs are worn and very scored
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 UDZ

Does LM61 UDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 UDZ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 UDZ?
The MOT on LM61 UDZ is valid until 3 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 UDZ done?
LM61 UDZ was recorded at 158,537 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 9,297 miles a year.
Has LM61 UDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 UDZ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LM61 UDZ 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 UDZ find?
LM61 UDZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside body panel slightly loose side skirt; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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