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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

L70 VALMOT history

L70 VAL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

L70 VAL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
155,704 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 VAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 VAL was last recorded at 155,704 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 9,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,275 miles · 1 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,429 miles
Average per year
8,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,704 miles
  • 2025 – 146,275 miles
  • 2024 – 136,644 miles
  • 2023 – 126,411 miles
  • 2022 – 118,135 miles
  • 2020 – 114,394 miles
  • 2019 – 100,417 miles
  • 2018 – 87,366 miles
  • 2017 – 76,803 miles
  • 2016 – 67,488 miles
  • 2015 – 57,611 miles
  • 2014 – 49,705 miles
  • 2013 – 41,743 miles
  • 2012 – 40,005 miles
  • 2011 – 32,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,704 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,704 miles (+9,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    155,704 miles
    Test number
    174170389451
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,275 miles (+9,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    146,275 miles
    Test number
    198275378970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge & metal in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,644 miles (+10,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,644 miles
    Test number
    367323307516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,411 miles (+8,276)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,411 miles
    Test number
    155329082485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,135 miles (+3,741)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    650316048182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,394 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    985132686734
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  7. Fail114,394 miles (+13,977)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    266570339256
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  8. Pass100,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,417 miles
    Test number
    395483984414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,417 miles (+13,051)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,417 miles
    Test number
    759365939222
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass87,366 miles (+10,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,366 miles
    Test number
    646523413808
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass76,803 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,803 miles
    Test number
    202235373634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,640 miles (+9,152)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,640 miles
    Test number
    173684261888
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant/antifreeze level below minimum

  13. Pass67,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    441277275544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,488 miles (+9,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    615629334704
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass57,611 miles (+7,906)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,611 miles
    Test number
    336773385537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre tread cuts not in good condition

  16. Pass49,705 miles (+7,962)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,705 miles
    Test number
    426948384280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,743 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,743 miles
    Test number
    626690093278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,005 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,005 miles
    Test number
    297899022202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass40,005 miles (+7,357)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,005 miles
    Test number
    698439522271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,648 miles
    Test number
    456284161133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 VAL

Does L70 VAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 VAL is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 VAL?
The MOT on L70 VAL 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 L70 VAL done?
L70 VAL was recorded at 155,704 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 8,396 miles a year.
Has L70 VAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 VAL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L70 VAL 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 L70 VAL find?
L70 VAL passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; offside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.

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