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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.

LX07 BUE red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass186,480 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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))
  10. 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)
  11. 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)
  12. 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)
  13. Pass98,244 miles (+24,980)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,244 miles
    Test number
    289175555128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. 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
  15. Pass49,503 miles (+8,912)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,503 miles
    Test number
    686065773150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,591 miles (+9,149)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,591 miles
    Test number
    937189522141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,442 miles (+8,549)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,442 miles
    Test number
    968174421161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. 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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