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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LP61 HLZMOT history

LP61 HLZ is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 88,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

LP61 HLZ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
88,744 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 HLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 HLZ was last recorded at 88,744 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 1,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,844 miles · 19 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,900 miles
Average per year
3,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,744 miles
  • 2024 – 86,844 miles
  • 2023 – 84,983 miles
  • 2022 – 83,136 miles
  • 2021 – 80,813 miles
  • 2020 – 78,110 miles
  • 2019 – 75,260 miles
  • 2018 – 72,289 miles
  • 2017 – 69,500 miles
  • 2016 – 61,150 miles
  • 2015 – 53,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all for (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,744 miles
    Test number
    572801556607
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all for (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail88,744 miles (+1,900)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,744 miles
    Test number
    246169312284
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all for (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass86,844 miles (+1,861)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,844 miles
    Test number
    748127337686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass84,983 miles (+1,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,983 miles
    Test number
    844165288112
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass83,136 miles (+2,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,136 miles
    Test number
    671417236319
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
  6. Pass80,813 miles (+2,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,813 miles
    Test number
    738279903343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
  7. Pass78,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    78,110 miles
    Test number
    380468729421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,110 miles (+2,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,110 miles
    Test number
    985379498592
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass75,260 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    680289423774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail75,260 miles (+2,971)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    146914336089
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass72,289 miles (+2,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    851186318555
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front tyres uneven wear
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted seatbelts not tested
  12. Pass69,500 miles (+8,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,500 miles
    Test number
    824204737197
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low
  13. Pass61,150 miles (+8,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,150 miles
    Test number
    356348283817
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  14. Pass53,150 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,150 miles
    Test number
    686102575028
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP61 HLZ

Does LP61 HLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 HLZ is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 HLZ?
The MOT on LP61 HLZ is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 HLZ done?
LP61 HLZ was recorded at 88,744 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 3,352 miles a year.
Has LP61 HLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 HLZ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 HLZ 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 LP61 HLZ find?
LP61 HLZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all for.

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