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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LS55 SSUMOT history

LS55 SSU is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LS55 SSU black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
118,325 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 SSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 SSU was last recorded at 118,325 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 13,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,255 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,070 miles
Average per year
5,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,325 miles
  • 2024 – 105,255 miles
  • 2022 – 99,212 miles
  • 2021 – 97,575 miles
  • 2020 – 96,177 miles
  • 2019 – 92,268 miles
  • 2018 – 88,557 miles
  • 2017 – 83,464 miles
  • 2016 – 79,440 miles
  • 2015 – 73,839 miles
  • 2014 – 70,679 miles
  • 2012 – 64,710 miles
  • 2011 – 54,178 miles
  • 2010 – 44,870 miles
  • 2009 – 34,678 miles
  • 2008 – 21,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,325 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Both front tyres starting to get low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Heat shield around fuel tank re-secured, must not be removed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear exhaust hanger broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear number plate deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,325 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    118,325 miles
    Test number
    926893821338
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail118,325 miles (+13,070)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,325 miles
    Test number
    109841904909
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Fronts (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass105,255 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,255 miles
    Test number
    482990178635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,630 miles
    Test number
    951685942881
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail101,630 miles (+2,418)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,630 miles
    Test number
    837899871873
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,212 miles (+1,637)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,212 miles
    Test number
    907932538945
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass97,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,575 miles
    Test number
    839842387712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,575 miles (+1,398)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,575 miles
    Test number
    566570497535
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner driveshaft oil seal leaking

  9. Pass96,177 miles (+3,909)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,177 miles
    Test number
    278070598451
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides wipers slightly worn

  10. Pass92,268 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    837703215725
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to get low
    • AdvisoryHeat shield around fuel tank re-secured, must not be removed
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating

  11. Fail92,268 miles (+3,711)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    304773735306
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to get low
    • AdvisoryHeat shield around fuel tank re-secured, must not be removed
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating

  12. Pass88,557 miles (+5,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,557 miles
    Test number
    607542857806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  13. Pass83,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,464 miles
    Test number
    733110120163
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  14. Fail83,464 miles (+4,024)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,464 miles
    Test number
    962801605771
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  15. Pass79,440 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,440 miles
    Test number
    848448277233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted n/s/r

  16. Fail79,440 miles (+5,601)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,440 miles
    Test number
    539487990637
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted wrong (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted n/s/r

  17. Pass73,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,839 miles
    Test number
    176479485009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail73,839 miles (+3,160)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,839 miles
    Test number
    566729085060
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass70,679 miles (+5,969)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,679 miles
    Test number
    669752514133
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn and corroded

  20. Pass64,710 miles (+10,532)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    775567412325
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBonnet hard to open
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  21. Pass54,178 miles (+9,308)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,178 miles
    Test number
    406476631315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriated
    • NoteBreak fluid level low
    • NoteO/s/f slightly white light

  22. Pass44,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,870 miles
    Test number
    190347740319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,870 miles (+10,192)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,870 miles
    Test number
    443447340304
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  24. Pass34,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,678 miles
    Test number
    633763449320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,677 miles (+13,136)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,677 miles
    Test number
    564343049305
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass21,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,541 miles
    Test number
    454490358417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 SSU

Does LS55 SSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 SSU is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 SSU?
The MOT on LS55 SSU is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 SSU done?
LS55 SSU was recorded at 118,325 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,700 miles a year.
Has LS55 SSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 SSU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 SSU 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 LS55 SSU find?
LS55 SSU passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both; service brake fluctuating, but not excessively fronts.

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