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Ford Focus C-MAX

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,997 cc

LO04 MDFMOT history

LO04 MDF is a silver diesel Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 31 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 140,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

LO04 MDF silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
140,580 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 MDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 MDF was last recorded at 140,580 miles on 29 May 2025, 1,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2012: 74,935 miles, lower than 91,644 miles on 23 May 2011.

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
139,171 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,409 miles
Average per year
5,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,580 miles
  • 2022 – 139,171 miles
  • 2021 – 136,637 miles
  • 2020 – 127,260 miles
  • 2019 – 114,112 miles
  • 2018 – 103,333 miles
  • 2016 – 95,799 miles
  • 2015 – 90,237 miles
  • 2014 – 84,588 miles
  • 2013 – 79,255 miles
  • 2012 – 74,935 miles
  • 2011 – 91,644 miles
  • 2010 – 65,140 miles
  • 2009 – 61,230 miles
  • 2008 – 48,378 miles
  • 2007 – 41,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,580 miles
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill damaged.
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp leveling slow to operate.
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed STRONG ADVISE. (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,580 miles (+1,409)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,580 miles
    Test number
    484369116907
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp leveling slow to operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed STRONG ADVISE. (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,171 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,171 miles
    Test number
    547813545413
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail139,171 miles (+2,534)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,171 miles
    Test number
    130797100301
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,637 miles (+9,377)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,637 miles
    Test number
    772204783466
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp adjuster slow to operate .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass127,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    127,260 miles
    Test number
    398279473747
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail127,260 miles (+13,148)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,260 miles
    Test number
    457021246485
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass114,112 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    114,112 miles
    Test number
    322210699192
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail114,112 miles (+10,779)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,112 miles
    Test number
    821793606651
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass103,333 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    103,333 miles
    Test number
    884800953636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,323 miles (+7,524)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,323 miles
    Test number
    241821596086
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass95,799 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,799 miles
    Test number
    807160236687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,237 miles (+5,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,237 miles
    Test number
    315676345132
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass84,588 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,588 miles
    Test number
    668562034145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,484 miles (+5,229)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,484 miles
    Test number
    457696724127
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass79,255 miles (+4,320)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    839254733147
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass74,935 miles (-16,709)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,935 miles
    Test number
    238097142420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass91,644 miles (+26,504)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,644 miles
    Test number
    975763441178
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass65,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,140 miles
    Test number
    271994250119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,140 miles (+3,910)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,140 miles
    Test number
    351004050103
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass61,230 miles (+12,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,230 miles
    Test number
    340742689276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass48,378 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    541470098277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,104 miles
    Test number
    943591507265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,104 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,104 miles
    Test number
    363021207440
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LO04 MDF

Does LO04 MDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO04 MDF expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO04 MDF?
The MOT on LO04 MDF expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO04 MDF done?
LO04 MDF was recorded at 140,580 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 5,570 miles a year.
Has LO04 MDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 MDF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LO04 MDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LO04 MDF find?
LO04 MDF passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise., and 10 more.

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