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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,596 cc

LR61 VCMMOT history

LR61 VCM is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 80,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR61 VCM black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,954 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VCM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VCM was last recorded at 80,954 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,926 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
5,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,954 miles
  • 2025 – 77,535 miles
  • 2024 – 72,216 miles
  • 2023 – 67,824 miles
  • 2022 – 59,895 miles
  • 2021 – 54,935 miles
  • 2020 – 50,227 miles
  • 2019 – 43,085 miles
  • 2018 – 38,800 miles
  • 2017 – 35,724 miles
  • 2016 – 29,637 miles
  • 2015 – 23,430 miles
  • 2014 – 18,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,954 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,954 miles (+28)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,954 miles
    Test number
    218148597173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,926 miles (+3,391)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,926 miles
    Test number
    135280101111
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  3. Pass77,535 miles (+5,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    475504809387
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,216 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,216 miles
    Test number
    390621237768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail72,211 miles (+4,387)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,211 miles
    Test number
    122848020645
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass67,824 miles (+7,929)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    67,824 miles
    Test number
    162780652919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,895 miles
    Test number
    549960844472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail59,895 miles (+4,960)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,895 miles
    Test number
    526136643136
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure light unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass54,935 miles (+4,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,935 miles
    Test number
    572332717414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Pass50,227 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    196183357690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,217 miles (+7,132)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,217 miles
    Test number
    467221388755
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn out of shape, perished (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass43,085 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,085 miles
    Test number
    734644478768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,800 miles (+3,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    38,800 miles
    Test number
    339990398889
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm cracked and sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass35,724 miles (+6,087)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,724 miles
    Test number
    693372740263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,637 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    29,637 miles
    Test number
    886273366443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    23,430 miles
    Test number
    716030634132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

  17. Fail23,430 miles (+5,276)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,430 miles
    Test number
    905197189935
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

  18. Pass18,154 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    18,154 miles
    Test number
    788733484215
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LR61 VCM

Does LR61 VCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VCM is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VCM?
The MOT on LR61 VCM is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VCM done?
LR61 VCM was recorded at 80,954 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 5,248 miles a year.
Has LR61 VCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VCM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 VCM 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 LR61 VCM find?
LR61 VCM passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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