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White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LS12 NHLMOT history

LS12 NHL is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 220,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LS12 NHL white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
220,776 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 NHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 NHL was last recorded at 220,776 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,771 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
15,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,776 miles
  • 2025 – 215,138 miles
  • 2024 – 204,225 miles
  • 2023 – 187,726 miles
  • 2022 – 170,151 miles
  • 2021 – 149,114 miles
  • 2020 – 135,190 miles
  • 2019 – 114,969 miles
  • 2018 – 95,231 miles
  • 2017 – 77,705 miles
  • 2016 – 63,096 miles
  • 2015 – 50,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,776 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))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, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,776 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    220,776 miles
    Test number
    483913098948
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail220,771 miles (+5,633)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,771 miles
    Test number
    397681457213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 50 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass215,138 miles (+10,913)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    215,138 miles
    Test number
    556452745276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass204,225 miles (+16,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    204,225 miles
    Test number
    301672146048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass187,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    187,726 miles
    Test number
    968929315408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail187,726 miles (+17,575)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,726 miles
    Test number
    207717952460
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass170,151 miles (+127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    170,151 miles
    Test number
    339436501277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail170,024 miles (+20,910)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,024 miles
    Test number
    464027479555
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass149,114 miles (+13,924)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,114 miles
    Test number
    309286374224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,190 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,190 miles
    Test number
    654340096137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail135,190 miles (+20,221)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,190 miles
    Test number
    154087337299
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass114,969 miles (+19,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,969 miles
    Test number
    114888784854
    • 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))

  13. Pass95,231 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,231 miles
    Test number
    411438765456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail95,231 miles (+17,526)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,231 miles
    Test number
    712408045166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass77,705 miles (+14,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,705 miles
    Test number
    491492371534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly perished

  16. Pass63,096 miles (+13,047)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,096 miles
    Test number
    352516587604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,049 miles
    Test number
    686326485044
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about LS12 NHL

Does LS12 NHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 NHL is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 NHL?
The MOT on LS12 NHL is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 NHL done?
LS12 NHL was recorded at 220,776 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 15,132 miles a year.
Has LS12 NHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 NHL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 NHL 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 NHL find?
LS12 NHL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6.

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