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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

L99 HLYMOT history

L99 HLY is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

L99 HLY blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,052 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 HLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 HLY was last recorded at 79,052 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 1,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,531 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,521 miles
Average per year
3,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,052 miles
  • 2024 – 77,531 miles
  • 2023 – 75,715 miles
  • 2022 – 74,104 miles
  • 2021 – 72,609 miles
  • 2020 – 71,372 miles
  • 2019 – 67,195 miles
  • 2018 – 62,212 miles
  • 2017 – 57,000 miles
  • 2016 – 53,727 miles
  • 2015 – 48,568 miles
  • 2014 – 44,528 miles
  • 2013 – 37,891 miles
  • 2012 – 30,750 miles
  • 2011 – 24,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,052 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,052 miles (+1,521)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,052 miles
    Test number
    486837127334
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass77,531 miles (+1,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,531 miles
    Test number
    681763513280
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass75,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    114107462217
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail75,715 miles (+1,611)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    562918063253
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass74,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    613846238939
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail74,104 miles (+1,495)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    957400545766
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass72,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,609 miles
    Test number
    509798053408
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on edges and poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail72,609 miles (+1,237)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,609 miles
    Test number
    600605977143
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on edges and poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass71,372 miles (+4,177)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,372 miles
    Test number
    248989373630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass67,195 miles (+4,983)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,195 miles
    Test number
    936550373175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,212 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,212 miles
    Test number
    546595064378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,000 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,000 miles
    Test number
    691947210854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,727 miles (+5,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,727 miles
    Test number
    293433708843
    • AdvisoryCondition of exhaust in places
  14. Pass48,568 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,568 miles
    Test number
    946071045149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,528 miles (+6,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,528 miles
    Test number
    216852544476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass37,891 miles (+7,141)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    999595853181
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCover sills fitted
    • NoteNs/os rear tyres deteriorating[OE]*205/55R16-91V*
  17. Pass30,750 miles (+6,456)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,750 miles
    Test number
    205489152156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,294 miles
    Test number
    758324751118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 HLY

Does L99 HLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 HLY is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 HLY?
The MOT on L99 HLY is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 HLY done?
L99 HLY was recorded at 79,052 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 3,801 miles a year.
Has L99 HLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 HLY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L99 HLY 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 L99 HLY find?
L99 HLY passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; coil spring corroded all four; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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