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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LX55 VHLMOT history

LX55 VHL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LX55 VHL silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
110,392 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VHL was last recorded at 110,392 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,563 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
829 miles
Average per year
4,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,392 miles
  • 2025 – 109,563 miles
  • 2024 – 108,740 miles
  • 2023 – 107,702 miles
  • 2022 – 107,143 miles
  • 2021 – 105,537 miles
  • 2020 – 104,231 miles
  • 2018 – 102,482 miles
  • 2017 – 97,432 miles
  • 2016 – 90,519 miles
  • 2015 – 83,238 miles
  • 2014 – 75,510 miles
  • 2013 – 65,946 miles
  • 2012 – 58,165 miles
  • 2011 – 51,571 miles
  • 2010 – 44,225 miles
  • 2009 – 39,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,392 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,392 miles (+829)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    110,392 miles
    Test number
    897441579903
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass109,563 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    416232662613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,562 miles (+822)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,562 miles
    Test number
    643949864430
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,740 miles (+1,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,740 miles
    Test number
    301222896612
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet latch difficult to open
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slight smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,702 miles (+559)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,702 miles
    Test number
    320955811664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,143 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,143 miles
    Test number
    944513242963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,537 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,537 miles
    Test number
    838806061147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,231 miles
    Test number
    695437745723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,231 miles (+1,749)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,231 miles
    Test number
    754826574851
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass102,482 miles (+5,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,482 miles
    Test number
    964745787296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass97,432 miles (+6,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,432 miles
    Test number
    676687678638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass90,519 miles (+7,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,519 miles
    Test number
    259927782812
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  13. Pass83,238 miles (+7,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,238 miles
    Test number
    123064531337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass75,510 miles (+9,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,510 miles
    Test number
    459348034200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,946 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,946 miles
    Test number
    778369533249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,165 miles (+6,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    755486822250
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

  17. Pass51,571 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,571 miles
    Test number
    456908731258
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre on minimum legal limit

  18. Fail51,571 miles (+7,346)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,571 miles
    Test number
    537338531224
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre on minimum legal limit

  19. Pass44,225 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    703395830262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,277 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,277 miles
    Test number
    673795149283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,712 miles
    Test number
    403077319060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VHL

Does LX55 VHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VHL is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VHL?
The MOT on LX55 VHL is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VHL done?
LX55 VHL was recorded at 110,392 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 4,504 miles a year.
Has LX55 VHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VHL has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 VHL 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 VHL find?
LX55 VHL passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; front oil leak, but not excessive; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 6 more.

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