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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LS52 EPZMOT history

LS52 EPZ is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 77,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LS52 EPZ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
77,715 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 EPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 EPZ was last recorded at 77,715 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,712 miles · 22 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,715 miles
  • 2024 – 71,848 miles
  • 2023 – 63,957 miles
  • 2022 – 57,725 miles
  • 2021 – 51,852 miles
  • 2020 – 46,248 miles
  • 2019 – 45,524 miles
  • 2018 – 44,984 miles
  • 2017 – 44,436 miles
  • 2016 – 43,478 miles
  • 2015 – 42,090 miles
  • 2014 – 40,945 miles
  • 2013 – 39,735 miles
  • 2012 – 38,697 miles
  • 2011 – 37,436 miles
  • 2010 – 34,560 miles
  • 2009 – 30,600 miles
  • 2008 – 26,724 miles
  • 2007 – 22,909 miles
  • 2006 – 19,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,715 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,715 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    77,715 miles
    Test number
    583611905864
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail77,712 miles (+5,864)2 major5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,712 miles
    Test number
    944781033216
    • MajorCentral Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass71,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    768116743274
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail71,848 miles (+7,891)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    166934124037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass63,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,957 miles
    Test number
    315146660231
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail63,957 miles (+6,232)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,957 miles
    Test number
    155840941296
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass57,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    57,725 miles
    Test number
    280338554350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,725 miles (+5,873)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,725 miles
    Test number
    348698748438
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass51,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,852 miles
    Test number
    246010329474
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  10. Fail51,852 miles (+5,604)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,852 miles
    Test number
    777937662455
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  11. Pass46,248 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,248 miles
    Test number
    505123227298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,524 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    708608710841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,984 miles (+548)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    44,984 miles
    Test number
    718486007355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,436 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,436 miles
    Test number
    745254334748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    646169063148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,478 miles (+1,388)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    474738111981
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass42,090 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,090 miles
    Test number
    824530274731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,945 miles (+1,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,945 miles
    Test number
    839607994269
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail39,735 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,735 miles
    Test number
    335442513309
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass39,735 miles (+1,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,735 miles
    Test number
    507202813385
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass38,697 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    786800452372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,436 miles (+1,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,436 miles
    Test number
    326921751341
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass36,053 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,053 miles
    Test number
    198334901097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,560 miles
    Test number
    162642520473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,560 miles (+3,960)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,560 miles
    Test number
    462762320046
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  26. Fail30,600 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,600 miles
    Test number
    491158729039
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass30,600 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,600 miles
    Test number
    732448429027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,724 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,724 miles
    Test number
    171839228072
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass26,724 miles (+3,815)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,724 miles
    Test number
    981939528011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,909 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,909 miles
    Test number
    121763717414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,579 miles
    Test number
    592358816074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail19,579 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,579 miles
    Test number
    633428816014
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Questions about LS52 EPZ

Does LS52 EPZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 EPZ is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 EPZ?
The MOT on LS52 EPZ is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 EPZ done?
LS52 EPZ was recorded at 77,715 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 2,928 miles a year.
Has LS52 EPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 EPZ has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 EPZ 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 LS52 EPZ find?
LS52 EPZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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