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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

LS51 YLWMOT history

LS51 YLW is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2025.

LS51 YLW silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2026
Mileage
115,066 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 YLW
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
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 YLW was last recorded at 115,066 miles on 17 Jan 2025, 2,419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,647 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,419 miles
Average per year
3,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,066 miles
  • 2024 – 112,647 miles
  • 2023 – 109,987 miles
  • 2022 – 107,385 miles
  • 2021 – 104,993 miles
  • 2020 – 102,890 miles
  • 2019 – 100,621 miles
  • 2018 – 98,286 miles
  • 2017 – 96,383 miles
  • 2016 – 94,486 miles
  • 2015 – 90,242 miles
  • 2014 – 85,831 miles
  • 2013 – 80,124 miles
  • 2012 – 74,795 miles
  • 2011 – 72,157 miles
  • 2010 – 68,092 miles
  • 2009 – 62,712 miles
  • 2008 – 58,605 miles
  • 2007 – 51,874 miles
  • 2006 – 41,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,066 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,066 miles (+2,419)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,066 miles
    Test number
    764059935679
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded

  2. Pass112,647 miles (+2,660)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,647 miles
    Test number
    372398494948
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded

  3. Pass109,987 miles (+2,602)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,987 miles
    Test number
    827566163181
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass107,385 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    464649830646
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail107,385 miles (+2,392)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    636157277015
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass104,993 miles (+2,103)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,993 miles
    Test number
    685902746803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass102,890 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,890 miles
    Test number
    964949720244
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail102,890 miles (+2,269)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,890 miles
    Test number
    462507094791
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass100,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,621 miles
    Test number
    963587589086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail100,621 miles (+2,335)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,621 miles
    Test number
    118482502993
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,286 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,286 miles
    Test number
    906507010574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail98,286 miles (+1,903)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,286 miles
    Test number
    711575816168
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass96,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    96,383 miles
    Test number
    889859024799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail96,383 miles (+1,897)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,383 miles
    Test number
    881117743718
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass94,486 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    505741769073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,242 miles (+4,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,242 miles
    Test number
    686482325011
    • 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)

  17. Pass85,831 miles (+5,707)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,831 miles
    Test number
    389452424052
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front door slightly stiff to open from outside

  18. Pass80,124 miles (+5,329)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    157724223027
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass74,795 miles (+2,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,795 miles
    Test number
    996040722092
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass72,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,157 miles
    Test number
    709994421094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,157 miles (+4,065)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,157 miles
    Test number
    949784021037
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass68,092 miles (+5,380)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    303348310054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,712 miles (+4,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    890650629081
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass58,605 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,605 miles
    Test number
    914037818045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,874 miles (+10,039)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,874 miles
    Test number
    494547517095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    41,835 miles
    Test number
    101458816033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 YLW

Does LS51 YLW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 YLW expired on 23 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 YLW?
The MOT on LS51 YLW expired on 23 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 YLW done?
LS51 YLW was recorded at 115,066 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2025, an average of 3,855 miles a year.
Has LS51 YLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 YLW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 YLW 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 YLW find?
LS51 YLW passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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