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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LR03 BBJMOT history

LR03 BBJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 67,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2022.

LR03 BBJ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2022
Mileage
67,482 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 BBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 BBJ was last recorded at 67,482 miles on 29 Jun 2022, 1,279 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2011: 6,003 miles, lower than 39,778 miles on 26 Feb 2010.

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
66,203 miles · 15 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,279 miles
Average per year
3,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 67,482 miles
  • 2021 – 66,203 miles
  • 2020 – 66,153 miles
  • 2019 – 65,286 miles
  • 2018 – 60,319 miles
  • 2017 – 55,643 miles
  • 2016 – 48,885 miles
  • 2015 – 38,708 miles
  • 2014 – 28,425 miles
  • 2013 – 17,556 miles
  • 2012 – 13,598 miles
  • 2011 – 6,003 miles
  • 2010 – 39,778 miles
  • 2009 – 30,112 miles
  • 2008 – 21,987 miles
  • 2007 – 16,288 miles
  • 2006 – 10,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,482 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll pipe work under vehicle corroding
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cut in tyre no canvas at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components heavy surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle surface corrosion

What MOT failures 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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.66mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.89mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust manifold blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,482 miles (+1,279)2 major1 repaired3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,482 miles
    Test number
    105758614612
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll pipe work under vehicle corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cut in tyre no canvas at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle surface corrosion

  2. Pass66,203 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,203 miles
    Test number
    260722036299
    • AdvisoryAll pipes under vehicle showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail66,203 miles (+50)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,203 miles
    Test number
    705160858125
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy section/ manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll metal pipes under vehicle showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight just passed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass66,153 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    348162832957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.66mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 2.89mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust manifold blowing

  5. Fail66,153 miles (+867)3 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    222173885264
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.66mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre holed unable to see canvas but recomend it is replaced
    • 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 2.89mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust manifold blowing

  6. Pass65,286 miles (+4,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    65,286 miles
    Test number
    146840150326
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads on the last 20%

  7. Pass60,319 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,319 miles
    Test number
    339956649482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,643 miles
    Test number
    494753839826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,643 miles (+6,758)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,643 miles
    Test number
    426672870750
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass48,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,885 miles
    Test number
    425652910710
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail48,885 miles (+10,177)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,885 miles
    Test number
    408413258959
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass38,708 miles (+84)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,708 miles
    Test number
    215485055025
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight blow exhaust flexi joint
    • NoteStone chip in screen

  13. Fail38,624 miles (+10,199)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,624 miles
    Test number
    395450855044
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight blow exhaust flexi joint
    • NoteStone chip in screen

  14. Pass28,425 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,425 miles
    Test number
    136563074443
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCheck front brake pads for wear
    • NoteEx/blow front pipe

  15. Fail28,425 miles (+10,869)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,425 miles
    Test number
    626483174001
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCheck front brake pads for wear
    • NoteEx/blow front pipe

  16. Pass17,556 miles (+3,958)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,556 miles
    Test number
    845070473048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,598 miles (+7,595)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    13,598 miles
    Test number
    347337202414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,003 miles (-33,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    6,003 miles
    Test number
    855113111259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,778 miles
    Test number
    132957250060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,778 miles (+9,666)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,778 miles
    Test number
    293627750029
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass30,112 miles (+8,125)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,112 miles
    Test number
    190368329065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,987 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,987 miles
    Test number
    210135648013
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass21,987 miles (+5,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,987 miles
    Test number
    310105548030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail16,288 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,288 miles
    Test number
    271046347004
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass16,288 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,288 miles
    Test number
    400876647002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,743 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,743 miles
    Test number
    520884746060
    • NoteTemperature gauge not working
    • NoteVehicle overheated at time of test

Questions about LR03 BBJ

Does LR03 BBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 BBJ expired on 14 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 BBJ?
The MOT on LR03 BBJ expired on 14 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 BBJ done?
LR03 BBJ was recorded at 67,482 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2022, an average of 3,466 miles a year.
Has LR03 BBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 BBJ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LR03 BBJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 BBJ find?
LR03 BBJ failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2022 with 2 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch; offside headlamp aim too high, and 15 more.

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