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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LP61 LHMMOT history

LP61 LHM is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 20 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 131,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

LP61 LHM silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
131,410 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 LHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 LHM was last recorded at 131,410 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,371 miles · 26 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
11,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,410 miles
  • 2022 – 123,536 miles
  • 2021 – 123,227 miles
  • 2020 – 85,022 miles
  • 2018 – 79,237 miles
  • 2017 – 64,163 miles
  • 2016 – 51,391 miles
  • 2015 – 35,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,410 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,410 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,410 miles
    Test number
    444686190651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail131,371 miles (+7,835)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,371 miles
    Test number
    141045306558
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass123,536 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,536 miles
    Test number
    117512864423
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail123,536 miles (+309)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,536 miles
    Test number
    677077708009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail123,227 miles (+38,205)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,227 miles
    Test number
    554712180566
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch lose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass85,022 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,022 miles
    Test number
    714375822412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,012 miles (+5,775)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    527948855603
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing One nut missing off each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass79,237 miles (+15,074)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,237 miles
    Test number
    497162582774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,163 miles (+12,772)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,163 miles
    Test number
    972301288655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,391 miles (+5,178)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,391 miles
    Test number
    859428938103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,213 miles (+10,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,213 miles
    Test number
    446351267378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under tray fitted
  12. Pass35,575 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,575 miles
    Test number
    656455235067
    • 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 LHM

Does LP61 LHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP61 LHM expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP61 LHM?
The MOT on LP61 LHM expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP61 LHM done?
LP61 LHM was recorded at 131,410 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 11,870 miles a year.
Has LP61 LHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 LHM has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LP61 LHM 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 LHM find?
LP61 LHM passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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