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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LX02 HGAMOT history

LX02 HGA is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

LX02 HGA red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
93,684 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 HGA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX02 HGA was last recorded at 93,684 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 21,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Feb 2008: 15,285 miles, lower than 18,829 miles on 9 Mar 2007.

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
72,596 miles · 1 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
21,088 miles
Average per year
4,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,684 miles
  • 2022 – 72,596 miles
  • 2020 – 70,929 miles
  • 2019 – 70,420 miles
  • 2018 – 69,543 miles
  • 2017 – 68,200 miles
  • 2016 – 63,998 miles
  • 2015 – 57,579 miles
  • 2014 – 51,012 miles
  • 2013 – 38,770 miles
  • 2012 – 33,262 miles
  • 2011 – 26,408 miles
  • 2010 – 19,846 miles
  • 2009 – 16,577 miles
  • 2008 – 15,285 miles
  • 2007 – 18,829 miles
  • 2006 – 10,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,684 miles
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,684 miles (+21,088)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,684 miles
    Test number
    360546919027
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,596 miles (+1,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,596 miles
    Test number
    375721880641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,929 miles (+509)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,929 miles
    Test number
    727745409711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    967807162248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,420 miles (+877)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    222918442002
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass69,543 miles (+1,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,543 miles
    Test number
    962529354081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass68,200 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,200 miles
    Test number
    700995184472
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail68,200 miles (+4,202)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,200 miles
    Test number
    854387435854
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass63,998 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,998 miles
    Test number
    303361802598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail63,896 miles (+6,317)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,896 miles
    Test number
    710491029227
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass57,579 miles (+6,567)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,579 miles
    Test number
    198792425274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass51,012 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,012 miles
    Test number
    166446014295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail51,012 miles (+12,242)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,012 miles
    Test number
    829526414236
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass38,770 miles (+5,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    358384703403
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass33,262 miles (+6,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,262 miles
    Test number
    226022592118
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail26,408 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    458203691121
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNSF TYRE TREAD IS GETTING NEAR THE MIN
    • NoteNSR TYRE PRESSURE WAS DOWN TO 10 PSI AND THE TYRE IS PERISHED AND HAS A SCREW IN THE TREAD AND i HAVE ADDED AIR TO IT.
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK NSR SEAT BELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT BASE FITTED

  17. Pass26,408 miles (+6,562)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    786233391185
    • NoteNSF TYRE TREAD IS GETTING NEAR THE MIN
    • NoteNSR TYRE PRESSURE WAS DOWN TO 10 PSI AND THE TYRE IS PERISHED AND HAS A SCREW IN THE TREAD AND i HAVE ADDED AIR TO IT.
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK NSR SEAT BELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT BASE FITTED

  18. Pass19,846 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,846 miles
    Test number
    152577900259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,577 miles (+1,292)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,577 miles
    Test number
    823023969033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,285 miles (-3,544)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    15,285 miles
    Test number
    841550868085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,829 miles (+8,701)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    143338967419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,128 miles
    Test number
    502622466070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 HGA

Does LX02 HGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 HGA expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 HGA?
The MOT on LX02 HGA expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 HGA done?
LX02 HGA was recorded at 93,684 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 4,942 miles a year.
Has LX02 HGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 HGA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LX02 HGA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 HGA find?
LX02 HGA failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 5 major defects and 9 advisories: central front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions not tested; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 11 more.

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