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White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LS12 LXMMOT history

LS12 LXM is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LS12 LXM white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
123,042 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 LXM
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
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 LXM was last recorded at 123,042 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 10,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,649 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,393 miles
Average per year
8,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,042 miles
  • 2025 – 112,649 miles
  • 2024 – 104,611 miles
  • 2023 – 97,636 miles
  • 2022 – 88,771 miles
  • 2021 – 81,909 miles
  • 2020 – 77,295 miles
  • 2019 – 72,748 miles
  • 2018 – 65,514 miles
  • 2017 – 57,145 miles
  • 2016 – 45,729 miles
  • 2015 – 33,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,042 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    123,042 miles
    Test number
    159680059652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,042 miles (+10,393)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,042 miles
    Test number
    847135636256
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass112,649 miles (+8,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,649 miles
    Test number
    887936332551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing to inner (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass104,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,611 miles
    Test number
    250421485500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,609 miles (+6,973)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    561296315732
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass97,636 miles (+8,865)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,636 miles
    Test number
    378886777696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,771 miles
    Test number
    420206622516
    • 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))

  8. Fail88,771 miles (+6,862)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,771 miles
    Test number
    294402291137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose/insecure to mounting (2.1.3 (d))
    • 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))

  9. Pass81,909 miles (+4,614)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,909 miles
    Test number
    154411857550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,295 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,295 miles
    Test number
    621734063420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,748 miles (+7,234)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    304281440998
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass65,514 miles (+8,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,514 miles
    Test number
    560468017946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryClutch failed at end of test

  13. Pass57,145 miles (+11,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,145 miles
    Test number
    944874791690
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass45,729 miles (+12,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    941120344123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass33,517 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    33,517 miles
    Test number
    336170485182
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail33,517 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,517 miles
    Test number
    857450685167
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 LXM

Does LS12 LXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 LXM is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 LXM?
The MOT on LS12 LXM is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 LXM done?
LS12 LXM was recorded at 123,042 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 8,399 miles a year.
Has LS12 LXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 LXM has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 LXM 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 LXM find?
LS12 LXM passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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