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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LS56 UDWMOT history

LS56 UDW is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 136,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2023.

LS56 UDW silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2023
Mileage
136,667 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 UDW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
18 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 UDW was last recorded at 136,667 miles on 18 May 2023, 3,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,142 miles · 30 May 2022
Between the last two tests
3,525 miles
Average per year
7,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,667 miles
  • 2022 – 133,142 miles
  • 2021 – 127,268 miles
  • 2020 – 124,975 miles
  • 2019 – 118,830 miles
  • 2018 – 112,964 miles
  • 2017 – 105,567 miles
  • 2016 – 97,361 miles
  • 2015 – 90,665 miles
  • 2014 – 81,543 miles
  • 2013 – 71,363 miles
  • 2012 – 59,951 miles
  • 2011 – 48,049 miles
  • 2010 – 36,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,667 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,667 miles (+3,525)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,667 miles
    Test number
    367551057236
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,142 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    133,142 miles
    Test number
    200462984586
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail133,142 miles (+5,874)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,142 miles
    Test number
    125795670323
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass127,268 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    127,268 miles
    Test number
    266728322651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail127,268 miles (+2,293)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,268 miles
    Test number
    576632981502
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,975 miles (+6,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    959012658713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    118,830 miles
    Test number
    446095565411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail118,830 miles (+5,866)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,830 miles
    Test number
    763115857560
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass112,964 miles (+7,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,964 miles
    Test number
    290030438517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  10. Pass105,567 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,567 miles
    Test number
    260688176716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail105,567 miles (+8,206)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,567 miles
    Test number
    840159460177
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass97,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,361 miles
    Test number
    319784302476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,361 miles (+6,696)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,361 miles
    Test number
    587739750467
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail90,665 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,665 miles
    Test number
    299762535435
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass90,665 miles (+9,122)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,665 miles
    Test number
    878512735163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,543 miles (+10,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,543 miles
    Test number
    248996934462
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass71,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    658300253121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,363 miles (+11,412)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,363 miles
    Test number
    376830153134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,951 miles (+11,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,951 miles
    Test number
    205909642418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,049 miles (+11,928)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,049 miles
    Test number
    777186641122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,121 miles
    Test number
    264543750194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 UDW

Does LS56 UDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 UDW expired on 1 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 UDW?
The MOT on LS56 UDW expired on 1 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 UDW done?
LS56 UDW was recorded at 136,667 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2023, an average of 7,759 miles a year.
Has LS56 UDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 UDW has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 UDW 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 LS56 UDW find?
LS56 UDW failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2023 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 9 more.

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