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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LO04 MDXMOT history

LO04 MDX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LO04 MDX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,097 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 MDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 MDX was last recorded at 93,097 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 5,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,034 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,063 miles
Average per year
4,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,097 miles
  • 2025 – 88,034 miles
  • 2024 – 80,583 miles
  • 2023 – 73,413 miles
  • 2022 – 65,394 miles
  • 2021 – 59,061 miles
  • 2020 – 54,516 miles
  • 2019 – 46,497 miles
  • 2018 – 36,169 miles
  • 2017 – 27,875 miles
  • 2016 – 22,371 miles
  • 2015 – 20,342 miles
  • 2014 – 18,881 miles
  • 2013 – 17,000 miles
  • 2012 – 15,996 miles
  • 2010 – 14,415 miles
  • 2008 – 9,633 miles
  • 2007 – 6,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,097 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,097 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,097 miles
    Test number
    267071922530
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail93,097 miles (+5,063)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,097 miles
    Test number
    242199039375
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,034 miles (+7,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,034 miles
    Test number
    119567638426
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,583 miles
    Test number
    287682007143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail80,583 miles (+7,170)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,583 miles
    Test number
    797858160344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass73,413 miles (+8,019)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,413 miles
    Test number
    467475999149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,394 miles (+6,333)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,394 miles
    Test number
    737697393873
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  8. Pass59,061 miles (+4,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,061 miles
    Test number
    596395195240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,516 miles (+8,019)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    54,516 miles
    Test number
    310755745524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,497 miles (+10,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    46,497 miles
    Test number
    246715797433
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly from thermostat housing

  11. Pass36,169 miles (+8,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,169 miles
    Test number
    104424886494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,875 miles (+5,504)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,875 miles
    Test number
    339399942670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,371 miles (+2,029)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,371 miles
    Test number
    637821742192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,342 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    20,342 miles
    Test number
    829311925013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,881 miles (+1,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,881 miles
    Test number
    198857314079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,000 miles (+1,004)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    17,000 miles
    Test number
    148711923099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    15,996 miles
    Test number
    239740022098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,996 miles (+1,581)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,996 miles
    Test number
    339039312090
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail14,415 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,415 miles
    Test number
    433315210446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp insecure

  20. Pass14,415 miles (+4,782)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,415 miles
    Test number
    972195910357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp insecure

  21. Pass9,633 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,633 miles
    Test number
    830170758335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    6,270 miles
    Test number
    340970977448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 MDX

Does LO04 MDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 MDX is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 MDX?
The MOT on LO04 MDX is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 MDX done?
LO04 MDX was recorded at 93,097 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,729 miles a year.
Has LO04 MDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 MDX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 MDX 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 LO04 MDX find?
LO04 MDX passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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