
Ford Focus
Red · Diesel · 2007 · 1,753 cc
LX07 BUEMOT history
LX07 BUE is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 186,480 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 May 2024
- Mileage
- 186,480 mi
- At MOT on 4 May 2023
- MOT tests
- 18
- 13 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 12,627 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX07 BUE
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,753 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2007
- First used
- 1 Jun 2007
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 May 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 4 May 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX07 BUE was last recorded at 186,480 miles on 4 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 186,480 miles · 2 May 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 12,627 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 186,480 miles
- 2022 – 177,940 miles
- 2021 – 177,106 miles
- 2019 – 164,162 miles
- 2018 – 147,788 miles
- 2017 – 138,916 miles
- 2016 – 123,500 miles
- 2015 – 98,244 miles
- 2014 – 73,264 miles
- 2013 – 49,503 miles
- 2012 – 40,591 miles
- 2011 – 31,442 miles
- 2010 – 22,893 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Gaitor starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Axle has some imbalance not deemed excessive (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front struts have slight oil leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills at rear corroding not deemed excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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.
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip
Minor2 MOTs, 2021
Centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing at time of test and secure
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Exhaust heat shield loose but still secure at time of test
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
18 tests since 20 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass186,480 miles3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2024
- Odometer
- 186,480 miles
- Test number
- 529567112132
- MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Gaitor starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Axle has some imbalance not deemed excessive (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front struts have slight oil leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills at rear corroding not deemed excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail186,480 miles (+8,540)3 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,480 miles
- Test number
- 923037802194
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle imbalanced, offside slow to react (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Gaitor starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front struts have slight oil leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills at rear corroding not deemed excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake has very slight binding
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass177,940 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2023
- Odometer
- 177,940 miles
- Test number
- 344680309366
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust box deteriorated
- AdvisoryFuel pipe clip missing but still adequately supported
- AdvisoryLower gearbox mount worn
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail177,940 miles (+834)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,940 miles
- Test number
- 108255140756
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust box deteriorated
- AdvisoryFuel pipe clip missing but still adequately supported
- AdvisoryLower gearbox mount worn
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass177,106 miles2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 177,106 miles
- Test number
- 129456618804
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing at time of test and secure
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose but still secure at time of test
- AdvisoryWipers starting to smear
Fail177,106 miles (+12,944)2 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,106 miles
- Test number
- 298758274761
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing at time of test and secure
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose but still secure at time of test
- AdvisoryWipers starting to smear
Pass164,162 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 164,162 miles
- Test number
- 468869909278
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box poor
Fail164,162 miles (+16,374)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,162 miles
- Test number
- 619028076931
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant level below min mark
- AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box poor
Pass147,788 miles (+8,872)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 147,788 miles
- Test number
- 998527327567
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass138,916 miles (+15,416)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 138,916 miles
- Test number
- 552378321457
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySuspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
Pass123,500 miles (+25,256)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 123,500 miles
- Test number
- 916639498685
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre edge slightly unevenly worn
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail98,244 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,244 miles
- Test number
- 205145455108
- Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass98,244 miles (+24,980)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 98,244 miles
- Test number
- 289175555128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,264 miles (+23,761)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 73,264 miles
- Test number
- 208401164149
- NoteBoth inner front tyre edges wearing slightly
- NoteOffside rear coil spring slightly corroded
Pass49,503 miles (+8,912)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 49,503 miles
- Test number
- 686065773150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,591 miles (+9,149)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 40,591 miles
- Test number
- 937189522141
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,442 miles (+8,549)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 31,442 miles
- Test number
- 968174421161
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,893 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 22,893 miles
- Test number
- 242780640416
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LX07 BUE
- Does LX07 BUE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LX07 BUE expired on 10 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LX07 BUE?
- The MOT on LX07 BUE expired on 10 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LX07 BUE done?
- LX07 BUE was recorded at 186,480 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2023, an average of 12,627 miles a year.
- Has LX07 BUE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX07 BUE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
- Has the mileage on LX07 BUE 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 LX07 BUE find?
- LX07 BUE passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2023 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated gaitor starting to split; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass cracked; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 8 more.
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