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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

LR59 VHTMOT history

LR59 VHT is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LR59 VHT grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,437 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 VHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 VHT was last recorded at 84,437 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 1,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,467 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,970 miles
Average per year
4,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,437 miles
  • 2025 – 82,467 miles
  • 2024 – 80,936 miles
  • 2023 – 78,720 miles
  • 2022 – 75,679 miles
  • 2021 – 72,166 miles
  • 2020 – 68,592 miles
  • 2019 – 66,504 miles
  • 2018 – 64,281 miles
  • 2017 – 59,759 miles
  • 2016 – 53,606 miles
  • 2015 – 40,990 miles
  • 2014 – 27,525 miles
  • 2013 – 20,435 miles
  • 2012 – 15,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,437 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,437 miles (+1,970)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,437 miles
    Test number
    960143952560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass82,467 miles (+1,531)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,467 miles
    Test number
    124616578352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass80,936 miles (+2,216)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,936 miles
    Test number
    772004844390
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,720 miles (+3,041)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,720 miles
    Test number
    187714894377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,679 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,679 miles
    Test number
    262548739288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail75,679 miles (+3,513)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,679 miles
    Test number
    385275626176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,166 miles (+3,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,166 miles
    Test number
    866365628949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass68,592 miles (+2,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,592 miles
    Test number
    400925609447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass66,504 miles (+2,223)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,504 miles
    Test number
    603460697946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing cracks inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass64,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,281 miles
    Test number
    449656492113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail64,281 miles (+4,522)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,281 miles
    Test number
    418211789731
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass59,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,759 miles
    Test number
    327535767894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,758 miles (+6,152)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,758 miles
    Test number
    105525977333
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass53,606 miles (+12,616)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,606 miles
    Test number
    805153359636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,990 miles (+13,465)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,990 miles
    Test number
    319014534183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,525 miles (+7,090)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    27,525 miles
    Test number
    466698714432
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres treads cracking
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass20,435 miles (+5,029)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    20,435 miles
    Test number
    859625113336
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres showing cracks in tread and sidewalls
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre wearing low inner edge

  18. Pass15,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    15,406 miles
    Test number
    878152022366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 VHT

Does LR59 VHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 VHT is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 VHT?
The MOT on LR59 VHT is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 VHT done?
LR59 VHT was recorded at 84,437 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,999 miles a year.
Has LR59 VHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 VHT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LR59 VHT 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 LR59 VHT find?
LR59 VHT passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost, and 4 more.

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