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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2014 · 998 cc

L8 BDYMOT history

L8 BDY is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 80,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L8 BDY red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,663 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
13 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BDY was last recorded at 80,663 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,561 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
6,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,663 miles
  • 2025 – 67,997 miles
  • 2024 – 61,856 miles
  • 2023 – 56,572 miles
  • 2022 – 52,802 miles
  • 2021 – 46,914 miles
  • 2020 – 42,354 miles
  • 2019 – 38,169 miles
  • 2018 – 31,541 miles
  • 2017 – 23,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,663 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,663 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    726644479933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail80,561 miles (+12,564)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,561 miles
    Test number
    605303035478
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass67,997 miles (+6,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,997 miles
    Test number
    459358112264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass61,856 miles (+5,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,856 miles
    Test number
    566468594812
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  5. Pass56,572 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    56,572 miles
    Test number
    552687272378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower arm bush is deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror housing is slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower arm bush is deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail56,571 miles (+3,769)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,571 miles
    Test number
    570767690139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower arm bush is deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror housing is slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower arm bush is deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass52,802 miles (+5,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,802 miles
    Test number
    924170343137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass46,914 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,914 miles
    Test number
    783063705131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail46,878 miles (+4,524)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,878 miles
    Test number
    400072107313
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass42,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,354 miles
    Test number
    252981287710
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail42,354 miles (+4,185)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,354 miles
    Test number
    342844790243
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass38,169 miles (+6,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,169 miles
    Test number
    131518358085
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater damaged

  13. Pass31,541 miles (+8,080)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,541 miles
    Test number
    667223821719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    23,461 miles
    Test number
    144360999160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 L8 BDY

Does L8 BDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BDY is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 BDY?
The MOT on L8 BDY is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 BDY done?
L8 BDY was recorded at 80,663 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 6,337 miles a year.
Has L8 BDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BDY has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 BDY 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 L8 BDY find?
L8 BDY passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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