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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

LS51 AXPMOT history

LS51 AXP is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2022.

LS51 AXP black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2023
Mileage
123,104 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 AXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 AXP was last recorded at 123,104 miles on 11 Apr 2022, 2,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,182 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,922 miles
Average per year
5,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,104 miles
  • 2021 – 120,182 miles
  • 2019 – 112,954 miles
  • 2018 – 106,527 miles
  • 2017 – 102,390 miles
  • 2016 – 96,724 miles
  • 2014 – 86,252 miles
  • 2013 – 79,280 miles
  • 2012 – 73,554 miles
  • 2011 – 67,524 miles
  • 2010 – 60,291 miles
  • 2009 – 55,878 miles
  • 2008 – 51,626 miles
  • 2007 – 47,582 miles
  • 2006 – 43,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,104 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,104 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    123,104 miles
    Test number
    796274333613
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail123,104 miles (+2,922)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,104 miles
    Test number
    147688392570
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,182 miles (+7,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,182 miles
    Test number
    739355387004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront no plate broken
    • AdvisoryFront screen cracked

  4. Pass112,954 miles (+6,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,954 miles
    Test number
    708492582274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront screen cracked on lower edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,527 miles (+4,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,527 miles
    Test number
    233482101921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,390 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,390 miles
    Test number
    456167430853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    999156354946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,724 miles (+126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    833257713618
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Fail96,598 miles (+10,346)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    232778629635
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure amp wiring (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass86,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    878409314343
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail86,252 miles (+6,972)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    837829214318
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass79,280 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    965109713353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,138 miles (+5,584)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,138 miles
    Test number
    726603313304
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass73,554 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    416192122422
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail73,554 miles (+6,030)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    427212522317
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass67,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,524 miles
    Test number
    806164241309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,523 miles (+7,232)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,523 miles
    Test number
    238594941304
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass60,291 miles (+4,413)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,291 miles
    Test number
    380887460228
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn and pitted

  19. Pass55,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    500234879260
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail55,878 miles (+4,252)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    650114579200
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass51,626 miles (+4,044)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    343288078412
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear no.plate starting to deteriorate

  22. Pass47,582 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    230422387218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    43,634 miles
    Test number
    332963086420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 AXP

Does LS51 AXP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 AXP expired on 10 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 AXP?
The MOT on LS51 AXP expired on 10 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 AXP done?
LS51 AXP was recorded at 123,104 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2022, an average of 5,127 miles a year.
Has LS51 AXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 AXP has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 AXP 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 LS51 AXP find?
LS51 AXP passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake fluid close to minimum mark; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 6 more.

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