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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LX55 VBOMOT history

LX55 VBO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

LX55 VBO blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,030 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VBO
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
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VBO was last recorded at 81,030 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 4,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,298 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,732 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,030 miles
  • 2025 – 76,298 miles
  • 2024 – 70,478 miles
  • 2023 – 63,654 miles
  • 2022 – 59,308 miles
  • 2021 – 54,949 miles
  • 2019 – 48,713 miles
  • 2018 – 45,066 miles
  • 2017 – 40,421 miles
  • 2016 – 37,494 miles
  • 2015 – 35,127 miles
  • 2014 – 32,177 miles
  • 2013 – 29,045 miles
  • 2012 – 25,879 miles
  • 2011 – 23,094 miles
  • 2010 – 20,380 miles
  • 2009 – 16,827 miles
  • 2008 – 12,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,030 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,030 miles (+4,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,030 miles
    Test number
    458127597716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,298 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,298 miles
    Test number
    210247280109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Dangerous (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Dangerous (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail76,298 miles (+5,820)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,298 miles
    Test number
    297714046051
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Dangerous (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Dangerous (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,478 miles
    Test number
    979788580751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail70,478 miles (+6,824)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,478 miles
    Test number
    434639736478
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass63,654 miles (+4,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,654 miles
    Test number
    482937686371
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass59,308 miles (+4,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    381059457004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    307086462534
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail54,949 miles (+6,236)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    908508560108
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass48,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,713 miles
    Test number
    886495353931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,713 miles (+3,647)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,713 miles
    Test number
    494274839488
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass45,066 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,066 miles
    Test number
    938403511965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,421 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,421 miles
    Test number
    162096592147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,494 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    673223273014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,127 miles (+2,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    695632015296
    • 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)

  16. Pass32,177 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,177 miles
    Test number
    748680734227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,045 miles (+3,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,045 miles
    Test number
    548314533217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass25,879 miles (+2,785)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,879 miles
    Test number
    859770032276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,094 miles
    Test number
    329960331451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,094 miles (+2,714)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,094 miles
    Test number
    418229921260
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNsr nsf osf tyres cracking

  21. Pass20,380 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    20,380 miles
    Test number
    781246010232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,827 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,827 miles
    Test number
    344566719450
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass16,827 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,827 miles
    Test number
    630636619264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,894 miles
    Test number
    514611728221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VBO

Does LX55 VBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VBO is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VBO?
The MOT on LX55 VBO is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VBO done?
LX55 VBO was recorded at 81,030 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has LX55 VBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VBO has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 VBO 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 VBO find?
LX55 VBO passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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