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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 1,999 cc

L8 BFUMOT history

L8 BFU is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 78,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

L8 BFU grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,840 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BFU was last recorded at 78,840 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 14,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,783 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
14,057 miles
Average per year
8,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,840 miles
  • 2025 – 64,783 miles
  • 2024 – 60,131 miles
  • 2023 – 54,972 miles
  • 2022 – 45,520 miles
  • 2021 – 38,331 miles
  • 2020 – 30,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,840 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,840 miles (+14,057)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,840 miles
    Test number
    811382827987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,783 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,783 miles
    Test number
    813243298813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,598 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,598 miles
    Test number
    183661924086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,131 miles
    Test number
    716261814749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has cut to tread not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail60,131 miles (+5,159)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,131 miles
    Test number
    991764133636
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has cut to tread not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass54,972 miles (+9,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    633655315300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass45,520 miles (+7,189)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,520 miles
    Test number
    386047382836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,331 miles (+8,117)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    38,331 miles
    Test number
    899230502365
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass30,214 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    30,214 miles
    Test number
    111179555162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper splitter damadged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers limiting view of components

Questions about L8 BFU

Does L8 BFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BFU is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 BFU?
The MOT on L8 BFU is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 BFU done?
L8 BFU was recorded at 78,840 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 8,284 miles a year.
Has L8 BFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BFU has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 BFU 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 BFU find?
L8 BFU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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