
Ford Focus
White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc
LS12 JFAMOT history
LS12 JFA is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 3 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,067 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 8 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 173,067 mi
- At MOT on 26 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 12 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 7,528 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS12 JFA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,560 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2012
- First used
- 3 Apr 2012
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS12 JFA was last recorded at 173,067 miles on 26 May 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 173,018 miles · 21 May 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 49 miles
- Average per year
- 7,528 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 173,067 miles
- 2025 – 169,418 miles
- 2024 – 165,360 miles
- 2023 – 161,035 miles
- 2022 – 157,383 miles
- 2021 – 153,505 miles
- 2020 – 148,436 miles
- 2019 – 141,718 miles
- 2018 – 136,731 miles
- 2017 – 134,318 miles
- 2016 – 117,419 miles
- 2015 – 88,830 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))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
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.
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding outer edge and cut outer side wall
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
19 tests since 18 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass173,067 miles (+49)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 173,067 miles
- Test number
- 206068039231
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail173,018 miles (+3,600)3 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,018 miles
- Test number
- 789975577574
- MajorFront Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened Subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass169,418 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 169,418 miles
- Test number
- 706233772489
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for potential corrosion or damage
- AdvisoryUnder engine cover fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks
Fail169,418 miles (+4,058)1 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,418 miles
- Test number
- 240413721233
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for potential corrosion or damage
- AdvisoryUnder engine cover fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks
Pass165,360 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 165,360 miles
- Test number
- 120643722687
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Fail165,360 miles (+4,325)1 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,360 miles
- Test number
- 686370357373
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Pass161,035 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 161,035 miles
- Test number
- 796823999929
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail161,035 miles (+3,652)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,035 miles
- Test number
- 246140418716
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass157,383 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 157,383 miles
- Test number
- 270392821507
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding outer edge and cut outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail157,383 miles (+3,878)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,383 miles
- Test number
- 566818514248
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding outer edge and cut outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass153,505 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 153,505 miles
- Test number
- 730467686285
- MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail153,505 miles (+5,069)1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,505 miles
- Test number
- 481766454942
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass148,436 miles (+6,718)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 148,436 miles
- Test number
- 589415906751
- AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ribbed inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and wearing low raised edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass141,718 miles (+4,987)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 141,718 miles
- Test number
- 987486150383
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass136,731 miles (+2,413)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 136,731 miles
- Test number
- 120854708818
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass134,318 miles (+54)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 134,318 miles
- Test number
- 242454264115
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail134,264 miles (+16,845)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,264 miles
- Test number
- 293871296074
- DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Pass117,419 miles (+28,589)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 117,419 miles
- Test number
- 666894053872
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass88,830 miles5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 88,830 miles
- Test number
- 446937275021
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Questions about LS12 JFA
- Does LS12 JFA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 JFA is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS12 JFA?
- The MOT on LS12 JFA is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS12 JFA done?
- LS12 JFA was recorded at 173,067 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 7,528 miles a year.
- Has LS12 JFA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS12 JFA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on LS12 JFA 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 JFA find?
- LS12 JFA passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 9 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; engine cover/undertray fitted; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe, and 6 more.
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