Lucas
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Lucas is a mobile caterer located at null, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Vale of White Horse oversees 1,033 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Vale of White Horse is 4.7 out of 5. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
Details
- Business Type
- Mobile caterer
- Address
- Not available
- Postcode
- Not available
- Local Authority
- Vale of White Horse
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1701472
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Lucas?
Lucas has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Vale of White Horse.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a mobile caterer?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Lucas last inspected?
Lucas was last inspected on 2025-09-21. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Lucas improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.