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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,499 cc

LS65 SFEMOT history

LS65 SFE is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LS65 SFE black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,937 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS65 SFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS65 SFE was last recorded at 71,937 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,932 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,937 miles
  • 2025 – 64,073 miles
  • 2024 – 58,089 miles
  • 2023 – 51,380 miles
  • 2022 – 46,761 miles
  • 2021 – 43,227 miles
  • 2019 – 36,368 miles
  • 2018 – 25,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,937 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront fog lamps slightly mistedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,937 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,937 miles
    Test number
    163964544286
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps slightly misted
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail71,932 miles (+7,859)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,932 miles
    Test number
    473997109892
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps slightly misted
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass64,073 miles (+5,984)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,073 miles
    Test number
    423995982623
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower fog lamp lenses misted offside & nearside
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside below edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively drums on this model (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass58,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    58,089 miles
    Test number
    390022384038
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail58,089 miles (+6,709)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,089 miles
    Test number
    360467869009
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass51,380 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,380 miles
    Test number
    268757576751
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass46,761 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    46,761 miles
    Test number
    974701890830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    310505762366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,227 miles (+6,859)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    578585842785
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front caliper pin missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front caliper pin missing
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on
  10. Pass36,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,368 miles
    Test number
    722374798946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,368 miles (+10,452)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,368 miles
    Test number
    167395009118
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass25,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    25,916 miles
    Test number
    339484810969
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing

Questions about LS65 SFE

Does LS65 SFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS65 SFE is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS65 SFE?
The MOT on LS65 SFE is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS65 SFE done?
LS65 SFE was recorded at 71,937 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 6,148 miles a year.
Has LS65 SFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS65 SFE has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS65 SFE 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 LS65 SFE find?
LS65 SFE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside, and 2 more.

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