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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LT12 HOJMOT history

LT12 HOJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 191,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LT12 HOJ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
191,637 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 HOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 HOJ was last recorded at 191,637 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2018: 120,834 miles, lower than 120,873 miles on 29 Mar 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,637 miles · 4 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,637 miles
  • 2025 – 191,598 miles
  • 2024 – 189,821 miles
  • 2022 – 188,722 miles
  • 2021 – 181,696 miles
  • 2020 – 168,007 miles
  • 2019 – 143,505 miles
  • 2018 – 120,834 miles
  • 2017 – 97,545 miles
  • 2016 – 75,574 miles
  • 2015 – 56,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,637 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front tyres bald on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,637 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    191,637 miles
    Test number
    772068535001
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  2. Fail191,637 miles (+39)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,637 miles
    Test number
    372759044780
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  3. Pass191,598 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    191,598 miles
    Test number
    518378876896
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  4. Fail191,598 miles (+1,777)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,598 miles
    Test number
    692407439815
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  5. Pass189,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    189,821 miles
    Test number
    953183529960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail189,821 miles (+1,099)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,821 miles
    Test number
    514428668941
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass188,722 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    188,722 miles
    Test number
    531097881703
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail188,722 miles (+7,026)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,722 miles
    Test number
    790512870706
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass181,696 miles (+13,689)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    181,696 miles
    Test number
    697016472990
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass168,007 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    168,007 miles
    Test number
    148498871581
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail168,007 miles (+24,502)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,007 miles
    Test number
    945776339630
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass143,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,505 miles
    Test number
    891381382247
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on inner edge

  13. Fail143,505 miles (+22,671)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,505 miles
    Test number
    694903232671
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on inner edge

  14. Pass120,834 miles (-39)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,834 miles
    Test number
    946324255987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 36MM (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoot full at time of test
    • AdvisoryCar VERY dirty inside and underside at time of test

  15. Fail120,873 miles (+23,328)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,873 miles
    Test number
    342026592610
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 36MM (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoot full at time of test
    • AdvisoryCar VERY dirty inside and underside at time of test

  16. Pass97,545 miles (+21,971)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    97,545 miles
    Test number
    413843184868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass75,574 miles (+1,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    262567101381
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass73,614 miles (+16,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,614 miles
    Test number
    819242804974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  19. Pass56,712 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    268037215040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres at 3mm

Questions about LT12 HOJ

Does LT12 HOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 HOJ is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 HOJ?
The MOT on LT12 HOJ is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 HOJ done?
LT12 HOJ was recorded at 191,637 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 11,745 miles a year.
Has LT12 HOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 HOJ has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 HOJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LT12 HOJ find?
LT12 HOJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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