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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LX55 TYBMOT history

LX55 TYB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

LX55 TYB blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
79,479 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 TYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 TYB was last recorded at 79,479 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 2,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,388 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,091 miles
Average per year
4,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,479 miles
  • 2025 – 77,388 miles
  • 2024 – 73,402 miles
  • 2023 – 68,009 miles
  • 2022 – 62,328 miles
  • 2021 – 57,402 miles
  • 2019 – 50,080 miles
  • 2017 – 47,028 miles
  • 2016 – 44,488 miles
  • 2015 – 39,684 miles
  • 2014 – 36,272 miles
  • 2013 – 30,460 miles
  • 2012 – 22,283 miles
  • 2011 – 15,927 miles
  • 2010 – 9,316 miles
  • 2009 – 2,714 miles
  • 2008 – 2,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,479 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner both sides (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust middle box slightly deterioted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,479 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    79,479 miles
    Test number
    166358334582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    77,388 miles
    Test number
    691445269233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail77,388 miles (+3,986)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,388 miles
    Test number
    848780325157
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    178590645496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail73,402 miles (+5,393)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    519966970329
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,009 miles
    Test number
    819764998205
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail68,009 miles (+5,681)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,009 miles
    Test number
    748175173052
    • DangerousFront Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose damaged such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.5 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass62,328 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,328 miles
    Test number
    257746309984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,402 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,402 miles
    Test number
    242336157858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail57,375 miles (+7,295)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,375 miles
    Test number
    466935116465
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass50,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    722387443996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail50,080 miles (+3,052)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    325066559915
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass47,028 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,028 miles
    Test number
    110556448587
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box slightly deterioted

  14. Fail47,027 miles (+2,539)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,027 miles
    Test number
    582029799034
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box slightly deterioted

  15. Pass44,488 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    795455471511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,684 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    747027235287
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail39,684 miles (+3,412)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    997536435287
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass36,272 miles (+5,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,272 miles
    Test number
    285638934215
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass30,460 miles (+8,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,460 miles
    Test number
    479970223254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,283 miles (+6,356)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,283 miles
    Test number
    139122712240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,927 miles (+6,611)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,927 miles
    Test number
    605021221270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,316 miles (+6,602)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    9,316 miles
    Test number
    584910710218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass2,714 miles (+393)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    2,714 miles
    Test number
    300139539232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass2,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    2,321 miles
    Test number
    820106878259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 TYB

Does LX55 TYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 TYB is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 TYB?
The MOT on LX55 TYB is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 TYB done?
LX55 TYB was recorded at 79,479 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 4,277 miles a year.
Has LX55 TYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 TYB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 TYB 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 LX55 TYB find?
LX55 TYB passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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