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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LO04 MKGMOT history

LO04 MKG is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 79,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

LO04 MKG blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
79,673 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 MKG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 MKG was last recorded at 79,673 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 7,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,595 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
7,078 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 79,673 miles
  • 2023 – 72,595 miles
  • 2021 – 61,045 miles
  • 2020 – 58,527 miles
  • 2019 – 55,770 miles
  • 2018 – 52,644 miles
  • 2017 – 48,943 miles
  • 2016 – 44,938 miles
  • 2015 – 41,502 miles
  • 2014 – 37,739 miles
  • 2013 – 35,317 miles
  • 2012 – 32,529 miles
  • 2011 – 29,603 miles
  • 2010 – 27,041 miles
  • 2009 – 22,900 miles
  • 2008 – 15,915 miles
  • 2007 – 8,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,673 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront oil gauge pipe corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged no sharp edges
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle minor rust all around

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front bumper damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front bumper has damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,673 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    79,673 miles
    Test number
    376981071219
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront oil gauge pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle minor rust all around

  2. Fail79,673 miles (+7,078)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,673 miles
    Test number
    315402752740
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront oil gauge pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle minor rust all around

  3. Pass72,595 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,595 miles
    Test number
    729584731327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail72,593 miles (+11,548)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,593 miles
    Test number
    497719127560
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass61,045 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    763082037433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail61,045 miles (+2,518)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    426336921194
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass58,527 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,527 miles
    Test number
    126362019080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail58,527 miles (+2,757)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,527 miles
    Test number
    155020136494
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass55,770 miles (+3,126)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,770 miles
    Test number
    293431040435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass52,644 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    52,644 miles
    Test number
    427850654463
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail52,644 miles (+3,701)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,644 miles
    Test number
    759368102951
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass48,943 miles (+4,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,943 miles
    Test number
    896901321979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass44,938 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,938 miles
    Test number
    523177796403
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail44,925 miles (+3,423)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,925 miles
    Test number
    272779812849
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass41,502 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,502 miles
    Test number
    630989791040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail41,502 miles (+3,763)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,502 miles
    Test number
    361869161249
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass37,739 miles (+2,422)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,739 miles
    Test number
    495370344436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  18. Pass35,317 miles (+2,788)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,317 miles
    Test number
    986380133353
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are worn
    • NoteFront bumper has damage
    • NoteOffside front tyre is on 2/3mm of tread

  19. Pass32,529 miles (+2,926)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,529 miles
    Test number
    536673432380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront bumper has damage

  20. Pass29,603 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    365857991485
    • NoteFront bumper has damage

  21. Fail29,603 miles (+2,562)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    386187991291
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront bumper has damage

  22. Pass27,041 miles (+4,141)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,041 miles
    Test number
    660316290292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBumper damage to the offside front of bumper.
    • NoteWasher fluid gone to jelly form but still clears windscreen.

  23. Pass22,900 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,900 miles
    Test number
    351407799489
    • NoteSlight front offside bumper damage
    • NoteVehicle underside wet at time of test

  24. Fail22,900 miles (+6,985)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,900 miles
    Test number
    212947299250
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteSlight front offside bumper damage
    • NoteVehicle underside wet at time of test

  25. Pass15,915 miles (+7,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,915 miles
    Test number
    350254308338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass8,876 miles (+830)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    8,876 miles
    Test number
    292524107390
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places.

  27. Fail8,046 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,046 miles
    Test number
    313038787114
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  28. Pass8,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,046 miles
    Test number
    542928287182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 MKG

Does LO04 MKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO04 MKG expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO04 MKG?
The MOT on LO04 MKG expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO04 MKG done?
LO04 MKG was recorded at 79,673 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has LO04 MKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 MKG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LO04 MKG 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 MKG find?
LO04 MKG passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded front & rear all around; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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