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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LS61 DMFMOT history

LS61 DMF is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 18 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

LS61 DMF grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
137,110 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DMF was last recorded at 137,110 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 9,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,633 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
9,477 miles
Average per year
9,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,110 miles
  • 2024 – 127,633 miles
  • 2023 – 117,453 miles
  • 2022 – 109,000 miles
  • 2021 – 102,071 miles
  • 2020 – 91,618 miles
  • 2019 – 78,059 miles
  • 2018 – 65,502 miles
  • 2017 – 57,378 miles
  • 2016 – 46,368 miles
  • 2015 – 43,791 miles
  • 2014 – 36,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,110 miles
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper has slight damage
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust heat cover insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,110 miles (+9,477)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,110 miles
    Test number
    221675117547
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper has slight damage
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass127,633 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,633 miles
    Test number
    619324057315
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat cover insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside side mirror has damage
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body/bumper has damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail127,629 miles (+10,176)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,629 miles
    Test number
    748687546038
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat cover insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside side mirror has damage
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body/bumper has damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,453 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,453 miles
    Test number
    362384400484
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside & Offside Outer Body Panel Damaged But Not Likely To Cause Injury When Grazed Or Contacted
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail117,451 miles (+8,451)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,451 miles
    Test number
    365372707163
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside & Offside Outer Body Panel Damaged But Not Likely To Cause Injury When Grazed Or Contacted

  6. Pass109,000 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,000 miles
    Test number
    145866292564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,000 miles (+6,929)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,000 miles
    Test number
    176945401049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,071 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,071 miles
    Test number
    281255577149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail102,070 miles (+10,452)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,070 miles
    Test number
    969748141883
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass91,618 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,618 miles
    Test number
    499273823179
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail91,617 miles (+13,558)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,617 miles
    Test number
    568341749313
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner rack has play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass78,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,059 miles
    Test number
    777990838936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,058 miles (+12,556)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    708318912195
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner rack arm slight play

  14. Pass65,502 miles (+8,124)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    634192170650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,378 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,378 miles
    Test number
    324814312211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,202 miles (+10,834)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,202 miles
    Test number
    304679567221
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass46,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    577422756838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,368 miles (+2,577)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    755087830504
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass43,791 miles (+7,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,791 miles
    Test number
    748763602094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass36,746 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,746 miles
    Test number
    959316364288
    • NoteLower gearbox mounting deteriorated but movement not excessive

Questions about LS61 DMF

Does LS61 DMF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 DMF expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DMF?
The MOT on LS61 DMF expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 DMF done?
LS61 DMF was recorded at 137,110 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 9,549 miles a year.
Has LS61 DMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DMF has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 DMF 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 LS61 DMF find?
LS61 DMF passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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