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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.

LS12 JFA white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass173,067 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Pass161,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    161,035 miles
    Test number
    796823999929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. 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))
  11. 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))
  12. 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))
  13. 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))
  14. Pass141,718 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    141,718 miles
    Test number
    987486150383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass136,731 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,731 miles
    Test number
    120854708818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,318 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    134,318 miles
    Test number
    242454264115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. 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)
  18. 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)
  19. 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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