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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LX55 VHDMOT history

LX55 VHD is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 120,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LX55 VHD blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
120,081 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VHD
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
7 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VHD was last recorded at 120,081 miles on 27 May 2026, 2,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,793 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,288 miles
Average per year
5,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,081 miles
  • 2025 – 117,793 miles
  • 2024 – 115,163 miles
  • 2023 – 112,395 miles
  • 2022 – 110,007 miles
  • 2021 – 108,055 miles
  • 2020 – 106,404 miles
  • 2019 – 105,653 miles
  • 2018 – 103,501 miles
  • 2017 – 99,177 miles
  • 2016 – 92,664 miles
  • 2015 – 86,173 miles
  • 2014 – 83,374 miles
  • 2013 – 80,530 miles
  • 2012 – 74,706 miles
  • 2011 – 64,517 miles
  • 2010 – 51,017 miles
  • 2009 – 33,350 miles
  • 2008 – 20,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,081 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & mountings broken
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (7.1.1 (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.

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front tyre's wearing on edge's & cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,081 miles (+2,288)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    120,081 miles
    Test number
    528941756326
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded & mountings broken
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,793 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    117,793 miles
    Test number
    870006726121
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded & Rear mount broken
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail117,793 miles (+2,630)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,793 miles
    Test number
    702831758786
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded & Rear mount broken
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,163 miles (+2,768)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    115,163 miles
    Test number
    889146058551
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded & rear mounting broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass112,395 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,395 miles
    Test number
    444433637543
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on edge's & cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail112,393 miles (+2,386)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,393 miles
    Test number
    203633461471
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield cover insecure
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on edge's & cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass110,007 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,007 miles
    Test number
    373588879329
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail110,007 miles (+1,952)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,007 miles
    Test number
    386487191656
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering Rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass108,055 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,055 miles
    Test number
    569765091514
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail108,054 miles (+1,650)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,054 miles
    Test number
    782890156783
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass106,404 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,404 miles
    Test number
    383356579533
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail106,404 miles (+751)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,404 miles
    Test number
    684054598074
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass105,653 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    105,653 miles
    Test number
    401393752822
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail105,653 miles (+2,152)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,653 miles
    Test number
    547493779636
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass103,501 miles (+4,324)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,501 miles
    Test number
    210120212773
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass99,177 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,177 miles
    Test number
    833195607327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail99,175 miles (+6,511)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,175 miles
    Test number
    353396018464
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass92,664 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,664 miles
    Test number
    901497242587
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak around steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's wearing unevenly on inside edge's
    • AdvisorySuspension coil springs corroded

  19. Fail92,664 miles (+6,491)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,664 miles
    Test number
    739881719443
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak around steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's wearing unevenly on inside edge's
    • AdvisorySuspension coil springs corroded

  20. Pass86,173 miles (+2,799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,173 miles
    Test number
    778528357774
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's wearing unevenly.

  21. Pass83,374 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,374 miles
    Test number
    448655144265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyre's wearing unevenly on inside edge.
    • NoteO/s/r suspension coil spring corroded.

  22. Fail83,373 miles (+2,843)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,373 miles
    Test number
    415575144275
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyre's wearing unevenly on inside edge.
    • NoteO/s/r suspension coil spring corroded.

  23. Pass80,530 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    187509233244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn & corroded (inner surface)

  24. Fail80,530 miles (+5,824)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    839609833207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn & corroded (inner surface)

  25. Pass74,706 miles (+10,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,706 miles
    Test number
    799845132226
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Pass64,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,517 miles
    Test number
    155452721273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,517 miles (+13,500)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,517 miles
    Test number
    476942221294
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass51,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,017 miles
    Test number
    373413940208
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  29. Fail51,017 miles (+17,667)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,017 miles
    Test number
    391843140423
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass33,350 miles (+13,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,350 miles
    Test number
    981422839273
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass20,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,029 miles
    Test number
    690036548245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VHD

Does LX55 VHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VHD is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VHD?
The MOT on LX55 VHD is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VHD done?
LX55 VHD was recorded at 120,081 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 5,643 miles a year.
Has LX55 VHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VHD has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 VHD 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 VHD find?
LX55 VHD passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust corroded & mountings broken; hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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