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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,997 cc

LS54 FVBMOT history

LS54 FVB is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LS54 FVB blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
205,927 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 FVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS54 FVB was last recorded at 205,927 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,777 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
9,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,927 miles
  • 2025 – 205,777 miles
  • 2024 – 200,035 miles
  • 2023 – 196,939 miles
  • 2022 – 183,753 miles
  • 2021 – 174,360 miles
  • 2020 – 169,781 miles
  • 2019 – 158,886 miles
  • 2018 – 143,707 miles
  • 2017 – 126,661 miles
  • 2016 – 115,614 miles
  • 2015 – 97,728 miles
  • 2014 – 80,368 miles
  • 2013 – 70,824 miles
  • 2012 – 62,236 miles
  • 2011 – 53,857 miles
  • 2010 – 43,954 miles
  • 2009 – 35,978 miles
  • 2008 – 26,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail205,927 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear 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))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi poor (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective various mounts broken but secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail205,927 miles (+150)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,927 miles
    Test number
    971331072977
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi poor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass205,777 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    205,777 miles
    Test number
    620874234026
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective various mounts broken but secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  3. Fail205,760 miles (+5,725)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,760 miles
    Test number
    247407186025
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective various mounts broken but secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  4. Pass200,035 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    200,035 miles
    Test number
    911221955937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass196,939 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    196,939 miles
    Test number
    593123019227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion nearside front wing at bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv gaiter deteriorating and slightly weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside front road wheel slightly stiff to turn by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake hose at caliper slightly damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack on nearside front
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to rear exhaust bracket

  6. Fail196,937 miles (+13,184)4 dangerous4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,937 miles
    Test number
    391408083006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face heavily scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre worn SMOOTH inner edge close to legal limit tyre perishing and nail in tyre
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark ON MINIMUM (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slight imbalance
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion nearside front wing at bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv gaiter deteriorating and slightly weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside front road wheel slightly stiff to turn by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake hose at caliper slightly damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack on nearside front
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to rear exhaust bracket

  7. Pass183,753 miles (+9,393)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    183,753 miles
    Test number
    280121133898
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass174,360 miles (+4,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    174,360 miles
    Test number
    515807075873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass169,781 miles (+10,895)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    169,781 miles
    Test number
    834400933611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,886 miles (+15,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    158,886 miles
    Test number
    128022442089
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChip to screen

  11. Pass143,707 miles (+17,046)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    143,707 miles
    Test number
    660510824383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,661 miles (+11,047)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,661 miles
    Test number
    173358763630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,614 miles (+17,886)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,614 miles
    Test number
    139372107191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,728 miles (+17,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,728 miles
    Test number
    849916125023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass80,368 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,368 miles
    Test number
    426191534074
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail80,367 miles (+9,543)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    256351434029
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,824 miles (+8,588)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    517681333034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,236 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,236 miles
    Test number
    188350522079
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Fail62,236 miles (+8,379)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,236 miles
    Test number
    347120822023
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass53,857 miles (+9,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,857 miles
    Test number
    308578321072
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass43,954 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,954 miles
    Test number
    900593220008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail43,952 miles (+7,974)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    304393920021
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass35,978 miles (+9,279)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,978 miles
    Test number
    490171139025
    • NoteWater leak rear of engine

  24. Fail26,699 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    351855128062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass26,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    361805328035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 FVB

Does LS54 FVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 FVB expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 FVB?
The MOT on LS54 FVB expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 FVB done?
LS54 FVB was recorded at 205,927 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 9,586 miles a year.
Has LS54 FVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 FVB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS54 FVB 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 LS54 FVB find?
LS54 FVB failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner / rear bush; nearside front oil leaking excessively from transmission; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 14 more.

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