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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LS54 RTXMOT history

LS54 RTX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LS54 RTX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
121,406 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 RTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 RTX was last recorded at 121,406 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,391 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
5,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,406 miles
  • 2025 – 121,172 miles
  • 2024 – 120,966 miles
  • 2023 – 120,751 miles
  • 2022 – 120,422 miles
  • 2021 – 119,454 miles
  • 2020 – 119,080 miles
  • 2019 – 118,289 miles
  • 2018 – 116,812 miles
  • 2017 – 115,416 miles
  • 2016 – 114,233 miles
  • 2015 – 110,898 miles
  • 2014 – 106,845 miles
  • 2013 – 91,761 miles
  • 2012 – 76,498 miles
  • 2010 – 55,506 miles
  • 2009 – 41,816 miles
  • 2008 – 32,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,406 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,406 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    121,406 miles
    Test number
    757308337409
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  2. Fail121,391 miles (+219)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,391 miles
    Test number
    897657324782
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  3. Pass121,172 miles (+206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    121,172 miles
    Test number
    686547488916
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,966 miles (+215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,966 miles
    Test number
    486653763837
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass120,751 miles (+329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,751 miles
    Test number
    298052347783
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing some signs of corrosion

  6. Pass120,422 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    120,422 miles
    Test number
    162109900929
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail120,415 miles (+961)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,415 miles
    Test number
    542752906697
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass119,454 miles (+374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,454 miles
    Test number
    203028841509
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of corrosion

  9. Pass119,080 miles (+791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,080 miles
    Test number
    820206804954
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass118,289 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,289 miles
    Test number
    788938095955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,221 miles (+1,409)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,221 miles
    Test number
    425838511571
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass116,812 miles (+1,396)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,812 miles
    Test number
    364396947197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,416 miles (+1,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,416 miles
    Test number
    508713619970
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

  14. Pass114,233 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,233 miles
    Test number
    218705087774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,206 miles (+3,308)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,206 miles
    Test number
    192223756236
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing has modified lamp fitted.. (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement fowardmost bush.. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc inner surface deteriorated..

  16. Pass110,898 miles (+4,053)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    110,898 miles
    Test number
    229017745034
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Pass106,845 miles (+15,084)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,845 miles
    Test number
    918684244088
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteSlightly oil leakage

  18. Pass91,761 miles (+15,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,761 miles
    Test number
    887275533004
    • 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)

  19. Pass76,498 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,498 miles
    Test number
    847361432020
    • NoteSlight noise on steering

  20. Fail76,497 miles (+20,991)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    168411732089
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass55,506 miles (+13,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,506 miles
    Test number
    614286210233
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass41,816 miles (+9,139)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,816 miles
    Test number
    521075419286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,677 miles
    Test number
    120896808200
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS54 RTX

Does LS54 RTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 RTX is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 RTX?
The MOT on LS54 RTX is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 RTX done?
LS54 RTX was recorded at 121,406 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 5,049 miles a year.
Has LS54 RTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 RTX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS54 RTX 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 RTX find?
LS54 RTX passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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