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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

LS51 DFLMOT history

LS51 DFL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

LS51 DFL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2024
Mileage
176,082 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 DFL
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
7 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS51 DFL was last recorded at 176,082 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 2,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,926 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,156 miles
Average per year
7,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 176,082 miles
  • 2023 – 173,926 miles
  • 2022 – 168,944 miles
  • 2021 – 163,666 miles
  • 2020 – 159,450 miles
  • 2019 – 155,799 miles
  • 2018 – 150,942 miles
  • 2017 – 147,587 miles
  • 2016 – 144,534 miles
  • 2015 – 138,749 miles
  • 2014 – 132,780 miles
  • 2013 – 125,117 miles
  • 2012 – 117,733 miles
  • 2011 – 111,580 miles
  • 2010 – 101,984 miles
  • 2009 – 82,542 miles
  • 2008 – 53,484 miles
  • 2007 – 41,802 miles
  • 2006 – 33,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,082 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch behind liner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind liner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield loose

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, (not structural )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,082 miles (+2,156)11 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,082 miles
    Test number
    755248796481
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch behind liner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind liner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield loose

  2. Pass173,926 miles (+4,982)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    173,926 miles
    Test number
    659613559117
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass168,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,944 miles
    Test number
    250244415180
    • AdvisoryWet test

  4. Fail168,944 miles (+5,278)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,944 miles
    Test number
    361179471894
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWet test

  5. Pass163,666 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    163,666 miles
    Test number
    488079974329
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, (not structural ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,666 miles (+4,216)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,666 miles
    Test number
    451939539329
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind matting, (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, (not structural ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass159,450 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    159,450 miles
    Test number
    170645136906
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth side inner rear sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler and breather corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill corroded within prescribed area covered in underseal advise remedial repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail159,450 miles (+5)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,450 miles
    Test number
    487838855109
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheelarches around shock mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wings/chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  9. Fail159,445 miles (+16)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,445 miles
    Test number
    952581829474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken and lower part missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken and lower part missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheelarch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheelarches around shock mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wings/chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  10. Fail159,429 miles (+3,630)2 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,429 miles
    Test number
    175162751575
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torn/split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass155,799 miles (+4,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,799 miles
    Test number
    588905029295
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on brake pipes
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  12. Pass150,942 miles (+3,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    150,942 miles
    Test number
    492490968487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust heat shields slightly loose

  13. Pass147,587 miles (+3,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,587 miles
    Test number
    722791838661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass144,534 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,534 miles
    Test number
    628639439022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,749 miles (+5,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    138,749 miles
    Test number
    912777691669
    • 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)

  16. Pass132,780 miles (+7,663)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    132,780 miles
    Test number
    468721714381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,117 miles (+7,384)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    125,117 miles
    Test number
    426796013341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,733 miles (+6,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,733 miles
    Test number
    568841332358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass111,580 miles (+9,596)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    111,580 miles
    Test number
    275402221328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass101,984 miles (+19,442)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    101,984 miles
    Test number
    694332520307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,542 miles (+29,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    492579409436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,484 miles (+11,682)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,484 miles
    Test number
    521060918334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,802 miles (+8,614)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,802 miles
    Test number
    934872037399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,188 miles
    Test number
    710148626320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 DFL

Does LS51 DFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 DFL expired on 30 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 DFL?
The MOT on LS51 DFL expired on 30 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 DFL done?
LS51 DFL was recorded at 176,082 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 7,961 miles a year.
Has LS51 DFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 DFL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 DFL 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 DFL find?
LS51 DFL failed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with 11 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside headlamp levelling device inoperative; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, and 18 more.

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