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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T456 LPUMOT history

T456 LPU is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
111,280 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T456 LPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T456 LPU was last recorded at 111,280 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 9,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,430 miles · 3 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
9,850 miles
Average per year
4,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 111,280 miles
  • 2020 – 101,430 miles
  • 2019 – 89,297 miles
  • 2018 – 79,219 miles
  • 2017 – 69,683 miles
  • 2016 – 69,356 miles
  • 2015 – 68,691 miles
  • 2014 – 64,686 miles
  • 2013 – 61,079 miles
  • 2012 – 58,509 miles
  • 2011 – 54,877 miles
  • 2010 – 52,065 miles
  • 2009 – 48,949 miles
  • 2008 – 45,613 miles
  • 2007 – 43,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,280 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

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.

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,280 miles (+9,850)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,280 miles
    Test number
    372590087250
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  2. Pass101,430 miles (+12,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    101,430 miles
    Test number
    344679846777
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass89,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,297 miles
    Test number
    816414192615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,297 miles (+10,078)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,297 miles
    Test number
    681977177191
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,219 miles (+9,536)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,219 miles
    Test number
    567253500700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,683 miles (+327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,683 miles
    Test number
    196034610963
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear inner sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass69,356 miles (+665)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    439278818165
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe/s corroded at filler neck
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Fail68,691 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    456503325041
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass68,691 miles (+4,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    837693225096
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass64,686 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,686 miles
    Test number
    476895044096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,079 miles (+2,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,079 miles
    Test number
    775672533052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass58,509 miles (+3,632)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,509 miles
    Test number
    155662652082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,877 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    54,877 miles
    Test number
    138003311442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,065 miles (+3,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,065 miles
    Test number
    222240540092
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass48,949 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,949 miles
    Test number
    543262329026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,613 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,613 miles
    Test number
    992899028040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,315 miles
    Test number
    212150847080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T456 LPU

Does T456 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T456 LPU expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T456 LPU?
The MOT on T456 LPU expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T456 LPU done?
T456 LPU was recorded at 111,280 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 4,573 miles a year.
Has T456 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T456 LPU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T456 LPU 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 T456 LPU find?
T456 LPU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.

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