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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 JOUMOT history

LB08 JOU is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,659 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 JOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 JOU was last recorded at 87,659 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 3,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,955 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,704 miles
Average per year
4,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,659 miles
  • 2025 – 83,955 miles
  • 2024 – 79,513 miles
  • 2023 – 75,707 miles
  • 2022 – 71,243 miles
  • 2021 – 67,318 miles
  • 2020 – 64,644 miles
  • 2019 – 62,089 miles
  • 2018 – 57,131 miles
  • 2017 – 52,037 miles
  • 2016 – 45,967 miles
  • 2015 – 43,702 miles
  • 2014 – 36,999 miles
  • 2013 – 29,119 miles
  • 2012 – 21,776 miles
  • 2011 – 14,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,659 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryMost of the front and rear suspension is slightly corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,659 miles (+3,704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,659 miles
    Test number
    213021001170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryMost of the front and rear suspension is slightly corroded

  2. Pass83,955 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,955 miles
    Test number
    912227444676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail83,948 miles (+4,435)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,948 miles
    Test number
    554858815470
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,513 miles
    Test number
    186206748259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost of the front and rear suspension is slightly corroded

  5. Fail79,513 miles (+3,806)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,513 miles
    Test number
    957107532407
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost of the front and rear suspension is slightly corroded

  6. Pass75,707 miles (+4,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,707 miles
    Test number
    155002472826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,243 miles (+3,925)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    586912197707
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost of the front and rear suspension is slightly corroded

  8. Pass67,318 miles (+2,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,318 miles
    Test number
    230693511105
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Pass64,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,644 miles
    Test number
    506951607977
    • AdvisoryMost of the rear suspension is slightly corroded

  10. Fail64,644 miles (+2,555)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,644 miles
    Test number
    466137846634
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryMost of the rear suspension is slightly corroded

  11. Pass62,089 miles (+4,958)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,089 miles
    Test number
    157735392187
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost of the rear suspension is slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers are fitted

  12. Pass57,131 miles (+5,094)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,131 miles
    Test number
    145091394341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre size 205 55 16 91V

  13. Pass52,037 miles (+6,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,037 miles
    Test number
    102402965957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass45,967 miles (+2,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,967 miles
    Test number
    389692487639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass43,702 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,702 miles
    Test number
    876782599582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,398 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,398 miles
    Test number
    169488615114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,999 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,999 miles
    Test number
    615389614113
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass36,999 miles (+7,880)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,999 miles
    Test number
    817199314146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,119 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,119 miles
    Test number
    228016403118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail29,115 miles (+7,339)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,115 miles
    Test number
    108376303188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

  21. Pass21,776 miles (+7,017)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,776 miles
    Test number
    607143952137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,759 miles
    Test number
    707839431134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 JOU

Does LB08 JOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 JOU is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 JOU?
The MOT on LB08 JOU is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 JOU done?
LB08 JOU was recorded at 87,659 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 4,787 miles a year.
Has LB08 JOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 JOU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 JOU 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 LB08 JOU find?
LB08 JOU passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; most of the front and rear suspension is slightly corroded.

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