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Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LS12 LXZMOT history

LS12 LXZ is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 18 Apr 2012. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 167,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

LS12 LXZ red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2026
Mileage
167,197 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 LXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 LXZ was last recorded at 167,197 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 3,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,268 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,929 miles
Average per year
7,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,197 miles
  • 2024 – 163,268 miles
  • 2023 – 158,712 miles
  • 2022 – 154,420 miles
  • 2021 – 150,320 miles
  • 2020 – 142,724 miles
  • 2019 – 131,885 miles
  • 2018 – 125,031 miles
  • 2017 – 116,665 miles
  • 2016 – 103,252 miles
  • 2015 – 93,348 miles
  • 2014 – 89,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,197 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,197 miles (+3,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,197 miles
    Test number
    242450189500
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,268 miles (+4,556)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    163,268 miles
    Test number
    723246730536
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    158,712 miles
    Test number
    551264341801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,711 miles (+4,291)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,711 miles
    Test number
    552951607664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass154,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,420 miles
    Test number
    101363019828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail154,420 miles (+4,100)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,420 miles
    Test number
    676537040802
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,320 miles (+7,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,320 miles
    Test number
    316908209147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,724 miles (+10,839)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,724 miles
    Test number
    198548757507
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot leaking. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot leaking. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,885 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,885 miles
    Test number
    442580067615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail131,831 miles (+6,800)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,831 miles
    Test number
    831993372890
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass125,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,031 miles
    Test number
    421510498893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,031 miles (+8,366)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,031 miles
    Test number
    545656113497
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass116,665 miles (+13,413)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,665 miles
    Test number
    704603149149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,252 miles (+9,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    103,252 miles
    Test number
    366878050025
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  15. Pass93,348 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,348 miles
    Test number
    870040336261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,747 miles
    Test number
    138590394273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 LXZ

Does LS12 LXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 LXZ expired on 20 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 LXZ?
The MOT on LS12 LXZ expired on 20 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 LXZ done?
LS12 LXZ was recorded at 167,197 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 7,090 miles a year.
Has LS12 LXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 LXZ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 LXZ 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 LXZ find?
LS12 LXZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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