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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V712 LDUMOT history

V712 LDU is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 76,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

V712 LDU red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2023
Mileage
76,403 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V712 LDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V712 LDU was last recorded at 76,403 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,265 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
1,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,403 miles
  • 2021 – 76,265 miles
  • 2020 – 76,165 miles
  • 2019 – 75,815 miles
  • 2018 – 75,231 miles
  • 2017 – 74,339 miles
  • 2016 – 73,277 miles
  • 2015 – 71,707 miles
  • 2014 – 70,100 miles
  • 2013 – 68,311 miles
  • 2012 – 66,327 miles
  • 2011 – 62,158 miles
  • 2010 – 57,734 miles
  • 2009 – 54,885 miles
  • 2008 – 52,404 miles
  • 2007 – 48,978 miles
  • 2006 – 45,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front outer cv gaitor leaking slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,403 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    784754869963
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,403 miles (+138)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    376056589344
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,265 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,265 miles
    Test number
    127134057572
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,257 miles (+92)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,257 miles
    Test number
    533710838624
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,165 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    960743947072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer cv gaitor leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension bushes worn/deteriated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle - suspension components, brake pipes, fuel filler pipes
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens misted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail76,165 miles (+350)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    852196402191
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer cv gaitor leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension bushes worn/deteriated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle - suspension components, brake pipes, fuel filler pipes
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens misted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass75,815 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,815 miles
    Test number
    168002070013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail75,815 miles (+584)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,815 miles
    Test number
    184156791703
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    554780581276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,231 miles (+892)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    168222229901
    • FailureCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass74,339 miles (+1,062)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    212421911908
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass73,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    541949031022
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail73,277 miles (+1,570)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    211505990060
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass71,707 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,707 miles
    Test number
    757791725008
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  15. Fail71,707 miles (+1,607)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,707 miles
    Test number
    407681125084
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass70,100 miles (+1,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,100 miles
    Test number
    548573724016
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass68,311 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,311 miles
    Test number
    347218013085
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSill cover fitted

  18. Fail68,311 miles (+1,984)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,311 miles
    Test number
    485218213099
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSill cover fitted

  19. Pass66,327 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    417906122015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,307 miles (+4,149)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    705723622002
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass62,158 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,158 miles
    Test number
    996675821052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,102 miles (+4,368)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,102 miles
    Test number
    776170321073
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass57,734 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,734 miles
    Test number
    950902220058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    184706329035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail54,885 miles (+2,481)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    772046729017
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail52,404 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,404 miles
    Test number
    382053428094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass52,404 miles (+3,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,404 miles
    Test number
    433973228034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass48,978 miles (+3,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    48,978 miles
    Test number
    470039817087
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass45,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,426 miles
    Test number
    592174526074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V712 LDU

Does V712 LDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V712 LDU expired on 25 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V712 LDU?
The MOT on V712 LDU expired on 25 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V712 LDU done?
V712 LDU was recorded at 76,403 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 1,936 miles a year.
Has V712 LDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V712 LDU has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V712 LDU 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 V712 LDU find?
V712 LDU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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