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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

LX02 HLOMOT history

LX02 HLO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 179,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LX02 HLO blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,343 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 HLO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 HLO was last recorded at 179,343 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 4,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2017: 36,895 miles, lower than 127,943 miles on 12 Feb 2016.

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
174,480 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,863 miles
Average per year
6,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,343 miles
  • 2025 – 174,480 miles
  • 2024 – 171,006 miles
  • 2023 – 166,262 miles
  • 2022 – 162,539 miles
  • 2020 – 152,126 miles
  • 2019 – 147,755 miles
  • 2018 – 142,841 miles
  • 2017 – 36,895 miles
  • 2016 – 127,943 miles
  • 2015 – 121,269 miles
  • 2014 – 115,243 miles
  • 2013 – 108,056 miles
  • 2012 – 99,749 miles
  • 2011 – 92,987 miles
  • 2010 – 84,174 miles
  • 2009 – 72,905 miles
  • 2008 – 62,018 miles
  • 2007 – 54,231 miles
  • 2006 – 43,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pedal rubber worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass179,343 miles (+4,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,343 miles
    Test number
    444856377907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass174,480 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,480 miles
    Test number
    736286766953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass171,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    171,006 miles
    Test number
    472058095783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail171,006 miles (+4,744)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,006 miles
    Test number
    178956848068
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass166,262 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,262 miles
    Test number
    284682798642
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion appearing to rear beam axle and suspension

  6. Fail166,262 miles (+3,723)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,262 miles
    Test number
    883223990958
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion appearing to rear beam axle and suspension

  7. Pass162,539 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    162,539 miles
    Test number
    950357855328
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on both edges

  8. Fail162,538 miles2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,538 miles
    Test number
    162326314400
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on both edges

  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    982008731275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn on edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flexy in poor condition

  10. Pass152,126 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,126 miles
    Test number
    382113666327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre close to wear bars and nailed
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn on edge
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy in poor condition

  11. Fail152,125 miles (+4,370)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,125 miles
    Test number
    414981665837
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre close to wear bars and nailed
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn on edge
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy in poor condition

  12. Pass147,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    147,755 miles
    Test number
    358884970093
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear outer sill panel

  13. Fail147,755 miles (+4,914)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,755 miles
    Test number
    953809751856
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass142,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    142,841 miles
    Test number
    997841566546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,841 miles (+105,946)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,841 miles
    Test number
    550408251589
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass36,895 miles (-91,048)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    36,895 miles
    Test number
    746758816969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass127,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    127,943 miles
    Test number
    593247387965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail127,943 miles (+6,674)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,943 miles
    Test number
    688567940537
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass121,269 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    121,269 miles
    Test number
    369454045002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    115,243 miles
    Test number
    705703444097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail115,243 miles (+7,187)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,243 miles
    Test number
    805133444088
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass108,056 miles (+8,307)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    767723643038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,749 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,749 miles
    Test number
    657455242055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,987 miles (+8,813)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,987 miles
    Test number
    558320241031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,174 miles (+11,269)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    452757940001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,905 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,905 miles
    Test number
    624543249036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,724 miles (+10,706)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,724 miles
    Test number
    184816339096
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass62,018 miles (+7,787)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,018 miles
    Test number
    270672738080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,231 miles (+10,704)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,231 miles
    Test number
    993989837030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass43,527 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,527 miles
    Test number
    774047936027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail43,479 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    543794536084
    • 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)

Questions about LX02 HLO

Does LX02 HLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 HLO is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 HLO?
The MOT on LX02 HLO is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 HLO done?
LX02 HLO was recorded at 179,343 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,794 miles a year.
Has LX02 HLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 HLO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX02 HLO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 HLO find?
LX02 HLO passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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