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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,753 cc

LS59 ZCLMOT history

LS59 ZCL is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 17 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 208,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2023.

LS59 ZCL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
208,000 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 ZCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 ZCL was last recorded at 208,000 miles on 27 Nov 2023, 5,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
202,454 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,546 miles
Average per year
12,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,000 miles
  • 2022 – 202,454 miles
  • 2021 – 198,429 miles
  • 2020 – 181,318 miles
  • 2019 – 175,118 miles
  • 2018 – 167,509 miles
  • 2017 – 159,100 miles
  • 2016 – 143,549 miles
  • 2015 – 138,515 miles
  • 2014 – 130,745 miles
  • 2013 – 104,061 miles
  • 2012 – 72,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,000 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,000 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    208,000 miles
    Test number
    866635133397
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail208,000 miles (+5,546)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,000 miles
    Test number
    736810184358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassie leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner+outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,454 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    202,454 miles
    Test number
    141177730492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and body areas have coroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension braking and steering components have coroded

  4. Fail202,454 miles (+4,025)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,454 miles
    Test number
    985306190489
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and body areas have coroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension braking and steering components have coroded

  5. Pass198,429 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    198,429 miles
    Test number
    393466485910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail198,429 miles (+17,111)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,429 miles
    Test number
    387130569295
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass181,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    181,318 miles
    Test number
    307599543841
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail181,318 miles (+6,200)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,318 miles
    Test number
    437554541770
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass175,118 miles (+7,609)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    175,118 miles
    Test number
    702785197020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass167,509 miles (+8,409)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    167,509 miles
    Test number
    259644676009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass159,100 miles (+15,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    159,100 miles
    Test number
    690716312515
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  12. Pass143,549 miles (+5,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    143,549 miles
    Test number
    620568353992
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  13. Pass138,515 miles (+7,770)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    138,515 miles
    Test number
    422360742099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,745 miles (+26,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    130,745 miles
    Test number
    437398934433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass104,061 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,061 miles
    Test number
    427344643487
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail104,061 miles (+31,353)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,061 miles
    Test number
    476764443452
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass72,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    72,708 miles
    Test number
    715309042302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,708 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,708 miles
    Test number
    347159342394
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Questions about LS59 ZCL

Does LS59 ZCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 ZCL expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 ZCL?
The MOT on LS59 ZCL expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 ZCL done?
LS59 ZCL was recorded at 208,000 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2023, an average of 12,354 miles a year.
Has LS59 ZCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 ZCL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 ZCL 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 LS59 ZCL find?
LS59 ZCL passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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