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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,596 cc

LT12 BYCMOT history

LT12 BYC is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 2 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 43,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LT12 BYC black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
43,612 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 BYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 BYC was last recorded at 43,612 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 2,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,964 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,648 miles
Average per year
2,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,612 miles
  • 2025 – 40,964 miles
  • 2024 – 38,414 miles
  • 2023 – 36,059 miles
  • 2022 – 33,691 miles
  • 2021 – 31,142 miles
  • 2020 – 28,745 miles
  • 2019 – 25,860 miles
  • 2018 – 22,982 miles
  • 2017 – 19,473 miles
  • 2016 – 15,983 miles
  • 2015 – 12,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,612 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,612 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    43,612 miles
    Test number
    287325279979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    40,964 miles
    Test number
    696264845477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail40,964 miles (+2,550)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,964 miles
    Test number
    769341356268
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  4. Pass38,414 miles (+2,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    38,414 miles
    Test number
    405616463751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass36,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    36,059 miles
    Test number
    870601306755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail36,059 miles (+2,368)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,059 miles
    Test number
    879145761905
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass33,691 miles (+2,549)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    33,691 miles
    Test number
    878187833445
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass31,142 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    31,142 miles
    Test number
    703216969452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail31,142 miles (+2,397)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,142 miles
    Test number
    653949223894
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass28,745 miles (+2,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    28,745 miles
    Test number
    152265490848
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass25,860 miles (+2,878)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    25,860 miles
    Test number
    397513034883
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass22,982 miles (+3,509)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    22,982 miles
    Test number
    660425692101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,473 miles (+3,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    19,473 miles
    Test number
    259905275864
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Pass15,983 miles (+3,114)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,983 miles
    Test number
    113816372501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,869 miles
    Test number
    135028255449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 BYC

Does LT12 BYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 BYC is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 BYC?
The MOT on LT12 BYC is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 BYC done?
LT12 BYC was recorded at 43,612 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 2,799 miles a year.
Has LT12 BYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 BYC has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 BYC 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 LT12 BYC find?
LT12 BYC passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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