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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LX03 VMPMOT history

LX03 VMP is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 120,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

LX03 VMP black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2023
Mileage
120,919 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 VMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 VMP was last recorded at 120,919 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2012: 3,527 miles, lower than 41,137 miles on 20 Jun 2011.

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
120,915 miles · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,919 miles
  • 2021 – 109,540 miles
  • 2020 – 96,339 miles
  • 2019 – 84,573 miles
  • 2018 – 70,060 miles
  • 2017 – 49,755 miles
  • 2016 – 34,380 miles
  • 2015 – 19,194 miles
  • 2014 – 13,993 miles
  • 2013 – 8,263 miles
  • 2012 – 3,536 miles
  • 2011 – 41,137 miles
  • 2010 – 36,216 miles
  • 2009 – 30,634 miles
  • 2008 – 25,832 miles
  • 2007 – 20,025 miles
  • 2006 – 11,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,919 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,919 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,919 miles
    Test number
    147055216469
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail120,915 miles (+11,375)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,915 miles
    Test number
    766808144907
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,540 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,540 miles
    Test number
    217568518720
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,538 miles (+13,199)1 dangerous2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,538 miles
    Test number
    745350782632
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass96,339 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,339 miles
    Test number
    392933333772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail96,338 miles (+11,765)2 dangerous3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,338 miles
    Test number
    539005379841
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,573 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    553626145115
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail84,573 miles (+14,513)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    903276873700
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,060 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,060 miles
    Test number
    300597023265
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail70,060 miles (+20,305)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,060 miles
    Test number
    289500703192
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass49,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,755 miles
    Test number
    208355836684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail49,755 miles (+15,375)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,755 miles
    Test number
    582936914964
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass34,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,380 miles
    Test number
    165545550666
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak - cylinder head water housing.

  14. Fail34,380 miles (+15,186)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,380 miles
    Test number
    996386435249
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak - cylinder head water housing.

  15. Pass19,194 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,194 miles
    Test number
    315858165176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,220 miles (+145)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    18,220 miles
    Test number
    427412595085
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre has a groove worn in sidewall no obvios cause
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail18,075 miles (+4,082)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,075 miles
    Test number
    868609875089
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre has a groove worn in sidewall no obvios cause
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass13,993 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    13,993 miles
    Test number
    415308364118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,263 miles (+4,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    8,263 miles
    Test number
    415824353111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass3,536 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    3,536 miles
    Test number
    226222272186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail3,527 miles (-37,610)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,527 miles
    Test number
    387991372117
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,137 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,137 miles
    Test number
    469481971139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,216 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,216 miles
    Test number
    304358750100
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,216 miles (+5,582)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,216 miles
    Test number
    944168050191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,634 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,634 miles
    Test number
    494999569152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,832 miles (+5,807)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,832 miles
    Test number
    842798268169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,025 miles (+8,758)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,025 miles
    Test number
    692553277129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,267 miles
    Test number
    350907666044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 VMP

Does LX03 VMP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX03 VMP expired on 18 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX03 VMP?
The MOT on LX03 VMP expired on 18 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX03 VMP done?
LX03 VMP was recorded at 120,919 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 6,599 miles a year.
Has LX03 VMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 VMP has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LX03 VMP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 VMP find?
LX03 VMP passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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