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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

LS51 HPEMOT history

LS51 HPE is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 169,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

LS51 HPE blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2024
Mileage
169,479 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 HPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS51 HPE was last recorded at 169,479 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 9,730 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,749 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
9,730 miles
Average per year
7,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,479 miles
  • 2023 – 159,749 miles
  • 2022 – 144,605 miles
  • 2021 – 134,188 miles
  • 2020 – 124,139 miles
  • 2019 – 112,800 miles
  • 2018 – 102,151 miles
  • 2017 – 93,463 miles
  • 2016 – 86,420 miles
  • 2014 – 82,039 miles
  • 2013 – 78,116 miles
  • 2012 – 73,367 miles
  • 2011 – 63,343 miles
  • 2010 – 54,049 miles
  • 2009 – 46,764 miles
  • 2008 – 41,399 miles
  • 2007 – 36,475 miles
  • 2006 – 32,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,479 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side, around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,479 miles (+9,730)3 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,479 miles
    Test number
    232386949936
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side, around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass159,749 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    159,749 miles
    Test number
    194430716515
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail159,749 miles (+15,144)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,749 miles
    Test number
    754384050420
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass144,605 miles (+186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,605 miles
    Test number
    380281876988
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail144,419 miles (+10,231)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,419 miles
    Test number
    352332067164
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass134,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,188 miles
    Test number
    797343708932
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,177 miles (+10,038)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,177 miles
    Test number
    252320220303
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,139 miles (+11,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,139 miles
    Test number
    572729670630
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,800 miles (+633)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,800 miles
    Test number
    335349386390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,167 miles (+10,016)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,167 miles
    Test number
    142338199666
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,151 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,151 miles
    Test number
    213813537191
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside front to rear at the rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside front to rear at the rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail102,075 miles (+8,612)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,075 miles
    Test number
    869329956735
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside front to rear at the rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside front to rear at the rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass93,463 miles (+7,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,463 miles
    Test number
    124943046829
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside front to rear (at rear hose) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside front to rear (at rear hose) (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass86,420 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,420 miles
    Test number
    554067910067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front drive shaft seal leaking gearbox oil

  15. Fail86,419 miles (+4,380)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,419 miles
    Test number
    701578971171
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front drive shaft seal leaking gearbox oil

  16. Pass82,039 miles (+3,923)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,039 miles
    Test number
    295332654313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,116 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    686272553316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,041 miles (+4,674)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,041 miles
    Test number
    969493943394
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  19. Pass73,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,367 miles
    Test number
    127349822381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,367 miles (+10,024)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,367 miles
    Test number
    815198222370
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass63,343 miles (+9,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,343 miles
    Test number
    108285321352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass54,049 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,049 miles
    Test number
    270772090295
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn and lipped

  23. Fail54,049 miles (+7,285)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,049 miles
    Test number
    324611590216
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront & rear brake disc's worn & lipped

  24. Pass46,764 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    234142099211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,399 miles (+4,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,399 miles
    Test number
    871482288244
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass36,475 miles (+4,298)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,475 miles
    Test number
    332752087449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,177 miles
    Test number
    171097976210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 HPE

Does LS51 HPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 HPE expired on 28 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 HPE?
The MOT on LS51 HPE expired on 28 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 HPE done?
LS51 HPE was recorded at 169,479 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 7,874 miles a year.
Has LS51 HPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 HPE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 HPE 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 HPE find?
LS51 HPE failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage fractured; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush; stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, and 12 more.

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