Ford Focus
Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc
LS51 DGEMOT history
LS51 DGE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,925 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 82,925 mi
- At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 20 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 3,853 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS51 DGE
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 18 Dec 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS51 DGE was last recorded at 82,925 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 82,925 miles · 22 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,853 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 82,925 miles
- 2024 – 74,974 miles
- 2023 – 70,956 miles
- 2022 – 65,625 miles
- 2021 – 60,558 miles
- 2020 – 50,998 miles
- 2019 – 42,041 miles
- 2018 – 33,576 miles
- 2017 – 24,743 miles
- 2016 – 19,552 miles
- 2015 – 19,286 miles
- 2014 – 18,782 miles
- 2013 – 18,182 miles
- 2012 – 17,547 miles
- 2011 – 16,725 miles
- 2010 – 16,007 miles
- 2009 – 15,191 miles
- 2008 – 14,484 miles
- 2007 – 13,350 miles
- 2006 – 9,835 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass82,925 miles
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryEml light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Mirror cover fixed with tape
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
26 tests since 4 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass82,925 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 82,925 miles
- Test number
- 205668978401
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryEml light on
Fail82,925 miles (+7,951)3 dangerous6 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,925 miles
- Test number
- 168017531921
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not illuminating plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCoolant low
- AdvisoryEml light on
- AdvisoryKnock from steering column area
Pass74,974 miles2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 74,974 miles
- Test number
- 685852108320
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Mirror cover fixed with tape
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded O/S+N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S+N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail74,974 miles (+4,018)5 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,974 miles
- Test number
- 485874682437
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb insecure (4.1.4 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Mirror cover fixed with tape
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded O/S+N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S+N/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass70,956 miles3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 70,956 miles
- Test number
- 354896974700
- MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Fixed with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/Cracking N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail70,956 miles (+5,331)3 major3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,956 miles
- Test number
- 182641601979
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Fixed with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/Cracking N/S+O/S (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S+O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass65,625 miles (+5,067)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 65,625 miles
- Test number
- 989029161467
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass60,558 miles (+9,560)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 60,558 miles
- Test number
- 531845596990
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass50,998 miles (+8,957)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 50,998 miles
- Test number
- 792174693022
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass42,041 miles (+8,465)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 42,041 miles
- Test number
- 977622296581
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,576 miles (+8,833)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 33,576 miles
- Test number
- 335669407401
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Pass24,743 miles (+5,191)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 24,743 miles
- Test number
- 799196176715
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 10 years old
- AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view o/s mirror taped on but secure (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 9 years old
Pass19,552 miles (+266)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 19,552 miles
- Test number
- 561384388123
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,286 miles (+504)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 19,286 miles
- Test number
- 251712723624
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,782 miles (+600)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 18,782 miles
- Test number
- 125274414303
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,182 miles (+635)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 18,182 miles
- Test number
- 838068213371
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail17,547 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 17,547 miles
- Test number
- 719569212390
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass17,547 miles (+822)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 17,547 miles
- Test number
- 789439612322
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass16,725 miles (+718)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 16,725 miles
- Test number
- 687282911398
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass16,007 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 16,007 miles
- Test number
- 841769310313
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail16,007 miles (+816)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 16,007 miles
- Test number
- 973699110319
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass15,191 miles (+707)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 15,191 miles
- Test number
- 402819209412
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,484 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 14,484 miles
- Test number
- 131171518345
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail14,484 miles (+1,134)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 14,484 miles
- Test number
- 430380418467
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass13,350 miles (+3,515)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 13,350 miles
- Test number
- 993422217317
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,835 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 9,835 miles
- Test number
- 114488506364
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS51 DGE
- Does LS51 DGE currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 DGE is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LS51 DGE?
- The MOT on LS51 DGE is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS51 DGE done?
- LS51 DGE was recorded at 82,925 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 3,853 miles a year.
- Has LS51 DGE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS51 DGE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on LS51 DGE 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 DGE find?
- LS51 DGE passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; rear coil spring corroded both sides, and 2 more.
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