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Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,596 cc

LS12 AYVMOT history

LS12 AYV is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 45,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LS12 AYV grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
45,551 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 AYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 AYV was last recorded at 45,551 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,551 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,551 miles
  • 2025 – 44,030 miles
  • 2024 – 42,146 miles
  • 2023 – 38,110 miles
  • 2022 – 35,389 miles
  • 2021 – 33,560 miles
  • 2020 – 32,233 miles
  • 2019 – 29,343 miles
  • 2018 – 26,195 miles
  • 2017 – 23,331 miles
  • 2016 – 20,043 miles
  • 2015 – 16,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,551 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,551 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    45,551 miles
    Test number
    812076257914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail45,551 miles (+1,521)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,551 miles
    Test number
    673141078643
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass44,030 miles (+1,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    44,030 miles
    Test number
    818173311560
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement silver bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corroded

  4. Pass42,146 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    42,146 miles
    Test number
    509052692268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,848 miles (+2,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    40,848 miles
    Test number
    361774042701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass38,110 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    38,110 miles
    Test number
    138008396563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,389 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    35,389 miles
    Test number
    939946899749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail35,387 miles (+1,827)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,387 miles
    Test number
    761554257905
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass33,560 miles (+1,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    33,560 miles
    Test number
    337589976986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass32,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    32,233 miles
    Test number
    457862040675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail32,233 miles (+2,890)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,233 miles
    Test number
    554476969663
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass29,343 miles (+3,148)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,343 miles
    Test number
    406746551899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    26,195 miles
    Test number
    810429667799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,195 miles (+2,864)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,195 miles
    Test number
    911512787784
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass23,331 miles (+3,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,331 miles
    Test number
    278239258925
    • AdvisoryAdvise cut in o/s/f tyre wall.... close to cords...
    • AdvisoryUndershileds and engine covers fitted..... obscuring some items....

  16. Pass20,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    20,043 miles
    Test number
    282248095712
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAdvise small cut in o/s/f tyre close to cords....
    • AdvisoryAdvise undershileds and engine covers fitted......

  17. Fail20,043 miles (+3,147)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,043 miles
    Test number
    328059960512
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAdvise small cut in o/s/f tyre close to cords....
    • AdvisoryAdvise undershileds and engine covers fitted......

  18. Pass16,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    16,896 miles
    Test number
    508797375058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 AYV

Does LS12 AYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 AYV is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 AYV?
The MOT on LS12 AYV is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 AYV done?
LS12 AYV was recorded at 45,551 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,487 miles a year.
Has LS12 AYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 AYV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 AYV 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 LS12 AYV find?
LS12 AYV passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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