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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LR54 VLCMOT history

LR54 VLC is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LR54 VLC red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,215 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 VLC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 VLC was last recorded at 87,215 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 8,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,916 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,299 miles
Average per year
3,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,215 miles
  • 2025 – 78,916 miles
  • 2024 – 71,337 miles
  • 2023 – 67,454 miles
  • 2022 – 61,319 miles
  • 2021 – 56,972 miles
  • 2020 – 56,146 miles
  • 2019 – 53,891 miles
  • 2018 – 52,629 miles
  • 2017 – 50,535 miles
  • 2016 – 47,402 miles
  • 2015 – 43,650 miles
  • 2014 – 39,709 miles
  • 2013 – 36,195 miles
  • 2012 – 32,915 miles
  • 2011 – 29,164 miles
  • 2010 – 24,913 miles
  • 2009 – 21,830 miles
  • 2008 – 21,818 miles
  • 2007 – 20,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,215 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,215 miles (+8,299)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,215 miles
    Test number
    522940965626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,916 miles (+7,579)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,916 miles
    Test number
    585967428286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,337 miles (+3,883)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,337 miles
    Test number
    953988416366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass67,454 miles (+6,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    67,454 miles
    Test number
    498162978051
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
  5. Pass61,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    766899080443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail61,319 miles (+4,347)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    128458427722
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass56,972 miles (+826)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,972 miles
    Test number
    667177108111
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass56,146 miles (+2,255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,146 miles
    Test number
    572051183138
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass53,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,891 miles
    Test number
    998787878120
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail53,891 miles (+1,262)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,891 miles
    Test number
    759767397417
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass52,629 miles (+2,094)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,629 miles
    Test number
    156363569297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass50,535 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    458747592201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,402 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,402 miles
    Test number
    282558087980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,650 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,650 miles
    Test number
    795651465039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,709 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,709 miles
    Test number
    926866064023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,195 miles
    Test number
    248649043099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,195 miles (+3,280)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,195 miles
    Test number
    646279243016
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  18. Pass32,915 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,915 miles
    Test number
    519328062060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,164 miles (+4,251)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    336527461027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,913 miles (+3,083)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,913 miles
    Test number
    860488850089
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass21,830 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,830 miles
    Test number
    643735179023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,818 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,818 miles
    Test number
    193316568273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,599 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,599 miles
    Test number
    204550267256
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  24. Pass20,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,599 miles
    Test number
    480240967268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 VLC

Does LR54 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 VLC is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 VLC?
The MOT on LR54 VLC is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 VLC done?
LR54 VLC was recorded at 87,215 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,590 miles a year.
Has LR54 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 VLC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LR54 VLC 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 LR54 VLC find?
LR54 VLC passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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