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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,988 cc

LT52 FUAMOT history

LT52 FUA is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

LT52 FUA grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
152,499 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 FUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 FUA was last recorded at 152,499 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 5,895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,604 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,895 miles
Average per year
5,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,499 miles
  • 2021 – 146,604 miles
  • 2020 – 141,649 miles
  • 2017 – 136,139 miles
  • 2015 – 135,593 miles
  • 2014 – 127,271 miles
  • 2013 – 118,640 miles
  • 2012 – 111,303 miles
  • 2011 – 105,286 miles
  • 2010 – 103,240 miles
  • 2009 – 90,201 miles
  • 2008 – 81,782 miles
  • 2007 – 73,056 miles
  • 2006 – 56,547 miles
  • 2005 – 54,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,499 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front & rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to some components

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside - trailing arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight corrosion underside including some brake - suspension - steering & fuel components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,499 miles (+5,895)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,499 miles
    Test number
    891487310823
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front & rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to some components
  2. Pass146,604 miles (+32)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,604 miles
    Test number
    553262668627
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside - trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside including some brake - suspension - steering & fuel components
  3. Fail146,572 miles (+4,923)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,572 miles
    Test number
    775132578140
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL: malfunction indicator lamp indicating a malfunction - petrol
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside - trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside including some brake - suspension - steering & fuel components
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has play
    • AdvisoryWheel covers fitted
  4. Pass141,649 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    141,649 miles
    Test number
    541675968698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,139 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,139 miles
    Test number
    806237277516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,593 miles (+8,322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,593 miles
    Test number
    402609048445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  7. Pass127,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    295376394268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,271 miles (+8,631)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    246546094239
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust heatshield insecure
  9. Pass118,640 miles8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    118,640 miles
    Test number
    157736593273
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  10. Fail118,640 miles (+7,337)1 failure9 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,640 miles
    Test number
    295975293232
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  11. Pass111,303 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    111,303 miles
    Test number
    996109692278
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on ?
    • NoteWheel centres covered
  12. Fail111,303 miles (+6,017)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,303 miles
    Test number
    499839392215
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on ?
    • NoteWheel centres covered
  13. Pass105,286 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    196461701366
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight corrotion on front disks
  14. Fail105,284 miles (+2,044)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,284 miles
    Test number
    745810601383
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight corrotion on front disks
  15. Pass103,240 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    103,240 miles
    Test number
    420118330390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,239 miles (+13,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,239 miles
    Test number
    672607730303
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass90,201 miles (+8,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    130083329300
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  18. Pass81,782 miles (+8,726)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,782 miles
    Test number
    431274938450
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteE.M.L Light on
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Worn on Inner Edge
  19. Pass73,056 miles (+5,895)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    73,056 miles
    Test number
    361898337354
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on outer edges
  20. Pass67,161 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,161 miles
    Test number
    413000507161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,413 miles (+8,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,413 miles
    Test number
    614205427083
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass56,547 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    56,547 miles
    Test number
    703703526043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    54,222 miles
    Test number
    320522775254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT52 FUA

Does LT52 FUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 FUA expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 FUA?
The MOT on LT52 FUA expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 FUA done?
LT52 FUA was recorded at 152,499 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 5,749 miles a year.
Has LT52 FUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 FUA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LT52 FUA 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 LT52 FUA find?
LT52 FUA passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside & nearside; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside; nearside front drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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