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Purple · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

EF08 RFZMOT history

EF08 RFZ is a purple diesel Ford Focus first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 152,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2025
Mileage
152,804 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
EF08 RFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

EF08 RFZ was last recorded at 152,804 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 2,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,177 miles · 4 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,627 miles
Average per year
10,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,804 miles
  • 2023 – 150,177 miles
  • 2022 – 146,173 miles
  • 2021 – 135,890 miles
  • 2020 – 124,349 miles
  • 2019 – 115,359 miles
  • 2018 – 99,153 miles
  • 2017 – 81,736 miles
  • 2016 – 66,946 miles
  • 2014 – 53,222 miles
  • 2013 – 35,523 miles
  • 2012 – 23,227 miles
  • 2011 – 14,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,804 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,804 miles (+2,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    152,804 miles
    Test number
    964717440943
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass150,177 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,177 miles
    Test number
    739114776917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  3. Fail150,176 miles (+4,003)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,176 miles
    Test number
    474348866037
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked in yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  4. Pass146,173 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    146,173 miles
    Test number
    884364822034
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail146,173 miles (+10,283)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,173 miles
    Test number
    614911164724
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass135,890 miles (+11,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,890 miles
    Test number
    573223644415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

  7. Pass124,349 miles (+313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,349 miles
    Test number
    714467197664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail124,036 miles (+8,677)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,036 miles
    Test number
    951545713495
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass115,359 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,359 miles
    Test number
    105418685103
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroding

  10. Fail115,359 miles (+16,206)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,359 miles
    Test number
    337151780269
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroding

  11. Pass99,153 miles (+17,417)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,153 miles
    Test number
    452639511875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,736 miles (+14,790)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,736 miles
    Test number
    283761979569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,946 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,946 miles
    Test number
    225086936078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,003 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    941740469721
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer child seat fitted to n/s/r outer seat, unable to check seat belt correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sill
    • AdvisoryWipers need replacing

  15. Fail66,003 miles (+12,781)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    473096282504
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer child seat fitted to n/s/r outer seat, unable to check seat belt correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sill
    • AdvisoryWipers need replacing

  16. Pass53,222 miles (+17,699)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    365196244334
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass35,523 miles (+12,296)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    35,523 miles
    Test number
    766791133397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,227 miles (+2,422)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,227 miles
    Test number
    627189842364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,805 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,805 miles
    Test number
    925650572119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail20,803 miles (+5,846)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,803 miles
    Test number
    308697162154
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass14,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    14,957 miles
    Test number
    768278261140
    • 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)

Questions about EF08 RFZ

Does EF08 RFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on EF08 RFZ expired on 3 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on EF08 RFZ?
The MOT on EF08 RFZ expired on 3 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has EF08 RFZ done?
EF08 RFZ was recorded at 152,804 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 10,618 miles a year.
Has EF08 RFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. EF08 RFZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on EF08 RFZ 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 EF08 RFZ find?
EF08 RFZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side.

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