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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LR54 VVLMOT history

LR54 VVL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 128,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LR54 VVL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,553 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 VVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 VVL was last recorded at 128,553 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,551 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,553 miles
  • 2025 – 126,827 miles
  • 2023 – 125,041 miles
  • 2022 – 123,027 miles
  • 2021 – 120,798 miles
  • 2020 – 115,017 miles
  • 2019 – 96,852 miles
  • 2018 – 93,025 miles
  • 2017 – 86,686 miles
  • 2016 – 82,890 miles
  • 2015 – 78,414 miles
  • 2014 – 73,696 miles
  • 2013 – 68,061 miles
  • 2012 – 61,810 miles
  • 2011 – 54,986 miles
  • 2010 – 47,459 miles
  • 2009 – 37,761 miles
  • 2008 – 29,295 miles
  • 2007 – 22,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,553 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake long but not at end of travel.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,553 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,553 miles
    Test number
    340448266469
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake long but not at end of travel.

  2. Fail128,551 miles (+1,724)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,551 miles
    Test number
    577991681979
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective centre. (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake long but not at end of travel.

  3. Pass126,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,827 miles
    Test number
    261485769039
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on all underside components and chassis including rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slow puncture

  4. Fail126,826 miles (+1,785)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,826 miles
    Test number
    747476675872
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine rocker gasket failed (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on all underside components and chassis including rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slow puncture

  5. Pass125,041 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,041 miles
    Test number
    660489746536
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lots of travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryAll rigid brake lines corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe neck corroded

  6. Fail125,041 miles (+2,014)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,041 miles
    Test number
    929026718538
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lots of travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryAll rigid brake lines corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe neck corroded

  7. Pass123,027 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,027 miles
    Test number
    998846461922
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on underside

  8. Fail122,966 miles (+2,168)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,966 miles
    Test number
    276992136724
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle bonnet (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass120,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,798 miles
    Test number
    425665962616
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on whole underside of vehicle

  10. Fail120,798 miles (+5,175)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,798 miles
    Test number
    685732368112
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine front main oil sill (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on whole underside of vehicle

  11. Pass115,623 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,623 miles
    Test number
    849065639033
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail115,620 miles (+603)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    613695877576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail115,017 miles (+18,165)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,017 miles
    Test number
    532866013747
    • DangerousFront Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass96,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,852 miles
    Test number
    872172921391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,852 miles (+3,827)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,852 miles
    Test number
    851151634978
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass93,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,025 miles
    Test number
    570670435490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,025 miles (+6,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,025 miles
    Test number
    464993540606
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  18. Pass86,686 miles (+3,796)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,686 miles
    Test number
    626884551456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,890 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,890 miles
    Test number
    666244395692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,414 miles (+4,718)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,414 miles
    Test number
    717015655135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,696 miles (+5,635)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,696 miles
    Test number
    467257124174
    • NoteDamage to offside front wing and bumper
    • NoteFront anti roll bar link rubbers starting to perish
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre nearing limit
    • NoteOil leak on engine
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  22. Pass68,061 miles (+6,251)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,061 miles
    Test number
    879305053152
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front wing

  23. Pass61,810 miles (+6,824)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,810 miles
    Test number
    799489452140
    • NoteSlight damage offside front wing
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  24. Pass54,986 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    289447451147
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteSlight damage offside front wing

  25. Fail54,986 miles (+7,527)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    278437751413
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteSlight damage offside front wing

  26. Pass47,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,459 miles
    Test number
    490718950126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,459 miles (+9,698)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,459 miles
    Test number
    110816250143
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  28. Pass37,761 miles (+8,466)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,761 miles
    Test number
    970657759179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,295 miles (+7,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,295 miles
    Test number
    264918958103
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  30. Pass22,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,125 miles
    Test number
    871070777271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail22,125 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,125 miles
    Test number
    893280777263
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LR54 VVL

Does LR54 VVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 VVL is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 VVL?
The MOT on LR54 VVL is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 VVL done?
LR54 VVL was recorded at 128,553 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 5,823 miles a year.
Has LR54 VVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 VVL has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR54 VVL 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 VVL find?
LR54 VVL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; parking brake long but not at end of travel..

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