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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,388 cc

LS02 VLBMOT history

LS02 VLB is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

LS02 VLB green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2025
Mileage
113,279 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 VLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 VLB was last recorded at 113,279 miles on 15 Oct 2024, 7,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,429 miles · 31 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
7,850 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,279 miles
  • 2023 – 105,429 miles
  • 2022 – 102,530 miles
  • 2021 – 98,632 miles
  • 2020 – 95,445 miles
  • 2019 – 92,680 miles
  • 2018 – 89,215 miles
  • 2017 – 85,132 miles
  • 2016 – 78,710 miles
  • 2015 – 70,430 miles
  • 2014 – 68,497 miles
  • 2013 – 68,492 miles
  • 2011 – 68,483 miles
  • 2010 – 63,064 miles
  • 2009 – 58,685 miles
  • 2008 – 51,478 miles
  • 2007 – 43,461 miles
  • 2006 – 38,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,279 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler pipes
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Car corroded in parts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,279 miles (+7,850)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,279 miles
    Test number
    924468296299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass105,429 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,429 miles
    Test number
    468399957770
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  3. Fail105,423 miles (+2,893)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,423 miles
    Test number
    814571274676
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  4. Pass102,530 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,530 miles
    Test number
    234187280188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,504 miles (+3,872)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,504 miles
    Test number
    309318519744
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at rear of outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,632 miles (+3,187)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,632 miles
    Test number
    285410239770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,445 miles (+2,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,445 miles
    Test number
    525539055676
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass92,680 miles (+3,465)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,680 miles
    Test number
    238797807865
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror casing is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,215 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    626637906568
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at top of centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail89,128 miles (+3,996)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    762331698506
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass85,132 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,132 miles
    Test number
    456900000446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,710 miles (+8,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,710 miles
    Test number
    917204163870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass70,430 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,430 miles
    Test number
    952241556256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,497 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,497 miles
    Test number
    385511144400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,492 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    668424543190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,483 miles
    Test number
    227965431386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,483 miles (+5,419)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,483 miles
    Test number
    185402231372
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass63,064 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,064 miles
    Test number
    262138120263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,685 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,685 miles
    Test number
    963436639227
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • NoteFront wipers
    • NoteNoisey water pump
    • NoteSeepage from fuel tank filler tube

  20. Fail58,685 miles (+7,207)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,685 miles
    Test number
    124666039205
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • NoteFront wipers
    • NoteNoisey water pump
    • NoteSeepage from fuel tank filler tube

  21. Pass51,478 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,478 miles
    Test number
    753088268193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,462 miles (+8,001)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,462 miles
    Test number
    784634768117
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass43,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    691221257081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,461 miles (+4,703)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    721131557071
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass38,758 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,758 miles
    Test number
    671906176094
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS02 VLB

Does LS02 VLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 VLB expired on 14 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 VLB?
The MOT on LS02 VLB expired on 14 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 VLB done?
LS02 VLB was recorded at 113,279 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2024, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has LS02 VLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 VLB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS02 VLB 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 LS02 VLB find?
LS02 VLB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; fuel pipe/s corroded tank filler pipes, and 7 more.

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