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Ford Focus

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LR12 DFAMOT history

LR12 DFA is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 2 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 151,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LR12 DFA red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
151,933 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 DFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 DFA was last recorded at 151,933 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 3,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,208 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,725 miles
Average per year
10,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,933 miles
  • 2025 – 148,208 miles
  • 2024 – 142,227 miles
  • 2023 – 135,881 miles
  • 2022 – 123,016 miles
  • 2021 – 111,311 miles
  • 2020 – 100,233 miles
  • 2019 – 87,633 miles
  • 2018 – 73,554 miles
  • 2017 – 60,028 miles
  • 2016 – 51,045 miles
  • 2015 – 41,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,933 miles
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,933 miles (+3,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    151,933 miles
    Test number
    362871431690
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass148,208 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    148,208 miles
    Test number
    938491789918
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail148,208 miles (+5,981)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,208 miles
    Test number
    154007056969
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,227 miles (+6,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    142,227 miles
    Test number
    912923680550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  5. Pass135,881 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    700189911783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,827 miles (+12,811)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,827 miles
    Test number
    250189843538
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded

  7. Pass123,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,016 miles
    Test number
    939157596536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail123,016 miles (+11,705)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,016 miles
    Test number
    631942068083
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/50r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,311 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,311 miles
    Test number
    511593234351
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail111,311 miles (+11,078)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,311 miles
    Test number
    917439738180
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass100,233 miles (+12,600)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,233 miles
    Test number
    689483923815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,633 miles
    Test number
    786720443069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,633 miles (+14,079)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,633 miles
    Test number
    724331946487
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass73,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    939244519073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,554 miles (+13,526)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    802641451784
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass60,028 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,028 miles
    Test number
    547756531595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,045 miles (+9,417)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,045 miles
    Test number
    362091272259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,628 miles
    Test number
    778190445049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR12 DFA

Does LR12 DFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 DFA is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 DFA?
The MOT on LR12 DFA is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 DFA done?
LR12 DFA was recorded at 151,933 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 10,045 miles a year.
Has LR12 DFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 DFA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR12 DFA 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 LR12 DFA find?
LR12 DFA passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured all four; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, and 1 more.

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