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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

C8 MVRMOT history

C8 MVR is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

C8 MVR grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,894 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MVR was last recorded at 140,894 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 2,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,384 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,510 miles
Average per year
6,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,894 miles
  • 2025 – 138,384 miles
  • 2024 – 136,529 miles
  • 2022 – 136,501 miles
  • 2021 – 136,030 miles
  • 2020 – 135,787 miles
  • 2019 – 129,150 miles
  • 2018 – 122,127 miles
  • 2017 – 117,536 miles
  • 2016 – 113,071 miles
  • 2015 – 95,831 miles
  • 2014 – 94,230 miles
  • 2013 – 85,994 miles
  • 2012 – 76,123 miles
  • 2010 – 66,084 miles
  • 2009 – 57,042 miles
  • 2008 – 47,761 miles
  • 2007 – 34,650 miles
  • 2006 – 21,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,894 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,894 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,894 miles
    Test number
    533778227637
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,886 miles (+2,502)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,886 miles
    Test number
    568464660458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,384 miles (+1,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    138,384 miles
    Test number
    109264580843
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,529 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,529 miles
    Test number
    983349447139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,501 miles (+8)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,501 miles
    Test number
    310862279309
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail136,493 miles (+463)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,493 miles
    Test number
    797339688518
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass136,030 miles (+243)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,030 miles
    Test number
    911623256609
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass135,787 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,787 miles
    Test number
    320936555648
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail135,787 miles (+6,637)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,787 miles
    Test number
    800250618824
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass129,150 miles (+7,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,150 miles
    Test number
    890766010113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass122,127 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    122,127 miles
    Test number
    839297368508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,536 miles (+4,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    238642470220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass113,071 miles (+17,240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,071 miles
    Test number
    914181025560
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass95,831 miles (+326)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    95,831 miles
    Test number
    172762966712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass95,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    578541692272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,505 miles (+1,275)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    123907708955
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  17. Pass94,230 miles (+1,867)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    94,230 miles
    Test number
    739286384246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDrivers wiper blade worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteRear brake disc,s corroded on inner edges

  18. Pass92,363 miles (+6,369)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,363 miles
    Test number
    308571724089
    • Note'EML' fault light is illuminated.
    • NoteBOTH front tyres are worn smooth on inner tread bands.
    • NoteFront brake discs are in a poor condition.
    • NoteOddaise and nearside rear trailing arms front mounting bushes are starting to deteriorate.

  19. Pass85,994 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,994 miles
    Test number
    445703023051
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail85,994 miles (+9,871)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,994 miles
    Test number
    769073523004
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass76,123 miles (+10,039)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,123 miles
    Test number
    166134202476
    • NoteN/s/f worn very close to limit + very low on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn very low on inner edge

  22. Pass66,084 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    380896350356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnable to check inside brake pads

  23. Fail66,084 miles (+9,042)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    790956850344
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnable to check inside brake pads

  24. Pass57,042 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    782041959322
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnable to check inside brake pads

  25. Fail57,042 miles (+9,281)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    561070759341
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnable to check inside brake pads

  26. Pass47,761 miles (+13,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,761 miles
    Test number
    951047558378
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass34,650 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    413620747233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,602 miles (+12,633)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    510276837221
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWould suggest steering alignment be checked.

  29. Pass21,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,969 miles
    Test number
    813746726262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MVR

Does C8 MVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MVR is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 MVR?
The MOT on C8 MVR is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MVR done?
C8 MVR was recorded at 140,894 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 6,104 miles a year.
Has C8 MVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MVR has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 MVR 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 C8 MVR find?
C8 MVR passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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