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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,753 cc

LS59 ZDHMOT history

LS59 ZDH is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 21 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

LS59 ZDH grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2023
Mileage
131,904 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 ZDH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS59 ZDH was last recorded at 131,904 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 4,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,458 miles · 16 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,446 miles
Average per year
8,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,904 miles
  • 2022 – 127,458 miles
  • 2021 – 123,451 miles
  • 2020 – 119,220 miles
  • 2019 – 114,151 miles
  • 2018 – 109,362 miles
  • 2017 – 104,904 miles
  • 2016 – 86,434 miles
  • 2015 – 80,048 miles
  • 2014 – 64,369 miles
  • 2013 – 50,599 miles
  • 2012 – 40,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,904 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values unable to reach 80 deg due to water leakage 5.30 1/m was value at 72deg (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking recommend replacement near future (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear some components of rear tow bar removed tow bar unable to be used

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,904 miles (+4,446)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,904 miles
    Test number
    929069588718
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values unable to reach 80 deg due to water leakage 5.30 1/m was value at 72deg (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking recommend replacement near future (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear some components of rear tow bar removed tow bar unable to be used

  2. Pass127,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    127,458 miles
    Test number
    341079926689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail127,458 miles (+4,007)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,458 miles
    Test number
    323802480101
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass123,451 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,451 miles
    Test number
    377078878641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,451 miles (+4,231)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,451 miles
    Test number
    440665765386
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,220 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,220 miles
    Test number
    758760244715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail119,200 miles (+5,049)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,200 miles
    Test number
    685761250947
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached both side lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,151 miles (+4,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    372981779966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass109,362 miles (+4,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,362 miles
    Test number
    220642720791
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE REAR WISHBONE BUSHS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass104,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,904 miles
    Test number
    556822415835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,904 miles (+2,573)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,904 miles
    Test number
    867113012391
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass102,331 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,331 miles
    Test number
    221418105200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEvidence on undertray of a past diesel fuel leak.

  13. Fail102,331 miles (+15,897)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,331 miles
    Test number
    260939496192
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEvidence on undertray of a past diesel fuel leak.

  14. Pass86,434 miles (+6,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,434 miles
    Test number
    428041652765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner & outer edges.

  15. Pass80,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,048 miles
    Test number
    139648765605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail80,048 miles (+15,679)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,048 miles
    Test number
    577339048653
    • FailureFuel hose leaking near tank/filler (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass64,369 miles (+13,770)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,369 miles
    Test number
    425373984254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,599 miles (+9,916)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,599 miles
    Test number
    606385593265
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteTow ball removed

  19. Pass40,683 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,683 miles
    Test number
    958187492218
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LS59 ZDH

Does LS59 ZDH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 ZDH expired on 24 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 ZDH?
The MOT on LS59 ZDH expired on 24 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 ZDH done?
LS59 ZDH was recorded at 131,904 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 8,382 miles a year.
Has LS59 ZDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 ZDH has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 ZDH 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 ZDH find?
LS59 ZDH failed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values unable to reach 80 deg due to water leakage 5.30 1/m was value at 72deg; nearside front position lamp not working, and 10 more.

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