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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

LX07 VMUMOT history

LX07 VMU is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 86,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

LX07 VMU silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
86,687 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX07 VMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX07 VMU was last recorded at 86,687 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,685 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,687 miles
  • 2024 – 83,898 miles
  • 2023 – 81,477 miles
  • 2022 – 79,287 miles
  • 2021 – 76,685 miles
  • 2020 – 74,255 miles
  • 2019 – 70,529 miles
  • 2018 – 66,377 miles
  • 2017 – 61,772 miles
  • 2015 – 54,584 miles
  • 2014 – 47,977 miles
  • 2013 – 39,376 miles
  • 2012 – 33,727 miles
  • 2011 – 28,551 miles
  • 2010 – 24,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,687 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp missingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm forward bushes (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder and close to exposing carcass (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,687 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,687 miles
    Test number
    238668077328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm forward bushes (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,685 miles (+2,787)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,685 miles
    Test number
    795667155520
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Mount bracket corroded and broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm forward bushes (Both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,898 miles
    Test number
    128087156635
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail83,895 miles (+2,418)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    494440070143
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,477 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,477 miles
    Test number
    511461415271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Fail81,477 miles (+2,190)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,477 miles
    Test number
    842389550257
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive smoke at 2000/2500 rpm (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass79,287 miles (+2,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,287 miles
    Test number
    578672512605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,685 miles
    Test number
    704404005952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,685 miles (+2,430)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,685 miles
    Test number
    389154415178
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass74,255 miles (+3,726)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    74,255 miles
    Test number
    197158442764
    • Advisory2.5 litres oil added to engine unit as no oil visible on dipstick
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,529 miles (+4,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    70,529 miles
    Test number
    899252287950
    • Advisory20mm chip in top left of front screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass66,377 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,377 miles
    Test number
    567713426601
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder and close to exposing carcass (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail66,305 miles (+4,533)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    627949491960
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder and close to exposing carcass (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass61,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,772 miles
    Test number
    529808216302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail61,772 miles (+7,188)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,772 miles
    Test number
    241851480513
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure Possibly broken left rear corner (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,584 miles
    Test number
    549138885128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,584 miles (+6,607)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,584 miles
    Test number
    268078685482
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass47,977 miles (+8,601)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,977 miles
    Test number
    276468174162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,376 miles (+5,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    407338273111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass33,727 miles (+5,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    606571302299
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass28,551 miles (+4,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,551 miles
    Test number
    769685181119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass24,012 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,012 miles
    Test number
    361004280138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise screw in offside rear tyre

Questions about LX07 VMU

Does LX07 VMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX07 VMU expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX07 VMU?
The MOT on LX07 VMU expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX07 VMU done?
LX07 VMU was recorded at 86,687 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 4,250 miles a year.
Has LX07 VMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX07 VMU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX07 VMU 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 VMU find?
LX07 VMU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front fog lamp missing; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm forward bushes (both sides).

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