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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

LS51 HDOMOT history

LS51 HDO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LS51 HDO blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
118,254 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 HDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 HDO was last recorded at 118,254 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,580 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,674 miles
Average per year
3,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,254 miles
  • 2025 – 115,580 miles
  • 2024 – 112,442 miles
  • 2023 – 108,224 miles
  • 2020 – 107,508 miles
  • 2019 – 106,890 miles
  • 2018 – 106,739 miles
  • 2017 – 106,214 miles
  • 2016 – 105,380 miles
  • 2015 – 103,778 miles
  • 2014 – 101,083 miles
  • 2013 – 99,044 miles
  • 2012 – 96,307 miles
  • 2011 – 93,571 miles
  • 2010 – 90,859 miles
  • 2008 – 84,547 miles
  • 2007 – 73,816 miles
  • 2006 – 64,138 miles
  • 2005 – 52,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,254 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,254 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    118,254 miles
    Test number
    209735493707
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail118,254 miles (+2,674)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,254 miles
    Test number
    389963810412
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass115,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,580 miles
    Test number
    372284668626
    • 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))

  4. Fail115,580 miles (+3,138)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,580 miles
    Test number
    984832753355
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  5. Pass112,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,442 miles
    Test number
    442441638064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail112,442 miles (+4,218)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,442 miles
    Test number
    166200440850
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass108,224 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,224 miles
    Test number
    699361847382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail108,173 miles (+665)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,173 miles
    Test number
    600694856132
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass107,508 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    107,508 miles
    Test number
    804018074039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail107,508 miles (+618)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,508 miles
    Test number
    677217009638
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass106,890 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,890 miles
    Test number
    942704645977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,739 miles
    Test number
    569929269393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,737 miles (+523)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,737 miles
    Test number
    366717151276
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass106,214 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,214 miles
    Test number
    999243007986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,380 miles
    Test number
    440899872953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail105,379 miles (+1,601)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    137019363852
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres very low on pressure
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracked and perished in tread, also slightly out of shape

  17. Pass103,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,778 miles
    Test number
    406022765114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,778 miles (+2,695)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,778 miles
    Test number
    615022865104
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass101,083 miles (+2,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    785559234127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass99,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    226581763491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail99,044 miles (+2,737)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    569621063167
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail96,307 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,307 miles
    Test number
    109244162142
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass96,307 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,307 miles
    Test number
    665214662118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,571 miles (+2,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    297265761155
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass90,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    520094150101
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    400452669138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,547 miles (+10,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    84,547 miles
    Test number
    921699128326
    • 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)

  28. Pass73,816 miles (+9,678)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    73,816 miles
    Test number
    414544717487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass64,138 miles (+11,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    64,138 miles
    Test number
    924256836342
    • 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)

  30. Pass52,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    670356275238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 HDO

Does LS51 HDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 HDO is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 HDO?
The MOT on LS51 HDO is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 HDO done?
LS51 HDO was recorded at 118,254 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 3,134 miles a year.
Has LS51 HDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 HDO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 HDO 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 HDO find?
LS51 HDO passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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