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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LR03 XSWMOT history

LR03 XSW is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

LR03 XSW silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
79,321 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 XSW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 XSW was last recorded at 79,321 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 7,897 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2007: 4,068 miles, lower than 17,320 miles on 24 Apr 2006.

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
71,424 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,897 miles
Average per year
3,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,321 miles
  • 2023 – 65,360 miles
  • 2022 – 59,815 miles
  • 2021 – 55,401 miles
  • 2020 – 51,460 miles
  • 2019 – 49,107 miles
  • 2018 – 44,838 miles
  • 2017 – 42,756 miles
  • 2016 – 40,301 miles
  • 2015 – 37,240 miles
  • 2014 – 34,428 miles
  • 2013 – 32,263 miles
  • 2012 – 28,466 miles
  • 2011 – 23,963 miles
  • 2010 – 19,163 miles
  • 2009 – 14,255 miles
  • 2008 – 9,146 miles
  • 2007 – 4,068 miles
  • 2006 – 17,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,321 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,321 miles (+7,897)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    79,321 miles
    Test number
    883280380783
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass71,424 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    940532391583
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  3. Fail71,422 miles (+6,062)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,422 miles
    Test number
    620738531113
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  4. Pass65,360 miles (+5,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,360 miles
    Test number
    922472260066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass59,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    566657194021
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank leak

  6. Fail59,815 miles (+4,414)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,815 miles
    Test number
    929699003582
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fronts (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank leak

  7. Pass55,401 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,401 miles
    Test number
    969823105593
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail55,401 miles (+3,941)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,401 miles
    Test number
    539557257987
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres over 10 years old plus perishing and cracks all round side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass51,460 miles (+2,353)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    946214377461
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass49,107 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,107 miles
    Test number
    652181609381
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Fail49,107 miles (+4,269)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,107 miles
    Test number
    494603210911
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  12. Pass44,838 miles (+2,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,838 miles
    Test number
    369661524354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has cracks on outer wall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge also has cracks on outer wall.
    • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S Tyres have cracks on outer wall.

  13. Pass42,756 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,756 miles
    Test number
    142328351984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,301 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,301 miles
    Test number
    659951225389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,240 miles (+2,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,240 miles
    Test number
    379142385044
    • NoteBoth front and rear number plates starting to delaminate

  16. Fail34,428 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,428 miles
    Test number
    326736884069
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass34,428 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,428 miles
    Test number
    505466284017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    167405083400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,263 miles (+3,797)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    678885083003
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass28,466 miles (+4,503)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,466 miles
    Test number
    147601992454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,963 miles (+4,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,963 miles
    Test number
    548906201119
    • NoteN/s/r tyre siewall poor

  22. Pass19,163 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    19,163 miles
    Test number
    350917500101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,255 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,255 miles
    Test number
    704661919164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,146 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    9,146 miles
    Test number
    602494118166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,068 miles (-13,252)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    4,068 miles
    Test number
    300303117167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    290104316455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 XSW

Does LR03 XSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 XSW is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR03 XSW?
The MOT on LR03 XSW is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 XSW done?
LR03 XSW was recorded at 79,321 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 3,157 miles a year.
Has LR03 XSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 XSW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR03 XSW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 XSW find?
LR03 XSW passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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