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Ford Focus C-MAX

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 LCWMOT history

LB08 LCW is a blue petrol Ford Focus C-MAX first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,846 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LCW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus C-MAX
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LCW was last recorded at 88,846 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 3,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,469 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,377 miles
Average per year
4,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,846 miles
  • 2025 – 85,469 miles
  • 2024 – 82,250 miles
  • 2023 – 80,040 miles
  • 2022 – 76,574 miles
  • 2021 – 73,925 miles
  • 2020 – 71,404 miles
  • 2019 – 68,519 miles
  • 2018 – 65,442 miles
  • 2017 – 62,441 miles
  • 2016 – 58,671 miles
  • 2015 – 51,416 miles
  • 2014 – 42,117 miles
  • 2013 – 34,343 miles
  • 2012 – 26,693 miles
  • 2011 – 22,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,846 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under car.

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,846 miles (+3,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    357039230338
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under car.

  2. Pass85,469 miles (+3,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,469 miles
    Test number
    524807081900
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle surface corrosion.

  3. Pass82,250 miles (+2,210)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,250 miles
    Test number
    350349758952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,040 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,040 miles
    Test number
    960799142179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,039 miles (+3,465)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,039 miles
    Test number
    232893165429
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,574 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    727228982278
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail76,574 miles (+2,649)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    954816355691
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking between tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass73,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,925 miles
    Test number
    617117720671
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail73,925 miles (+2,521)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,925 miles
    Test number
    153942283900
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass71,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,404 miles
    Test number
    569156785578
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail71,404 miles (+2,885)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,404 miles
    Test number
    243924587578
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,519 miles (+3,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,519 miles
    Test number
    700393630555
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass65,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,442 miles
    Test number
    371080437814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,442 miles (+3,001)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,442 miles
    Test number
    641894517713
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres heavily worn on the inner edges

  15. Pass62,441 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    903548514379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    407717319043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,671 miles (+7,255)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    842531623495
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  18. Pass51,416 miles (+9,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,416 miles
    Test number
    762029595856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside edge of tread pattern

  19. Pass42,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    348821734268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail42,117 miles (+7,774)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    238861834238
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,343 miles
    Test number
    207294633233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,340 miles (+7,647)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,340 miles
    Test number
    679334733269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass26,693 miles (+4,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,693 miles
    Test number
    866863532252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass22,106 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,106 miles
    Test number
    118045991129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,726 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,726 miles
    Test number
    856120431105
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  26. Pass21,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,726 miles
    Test number
    925080631152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 LCW

Does LB08 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LCW is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LCW?
The MOT on LB08 LCW is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LCW done?
LB08 LCW was recorded at 88,846 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,373 miles a year.
Has LB08 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LCW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 LCW 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 LCW find?
LB08 LCW passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; general surface corrosion under car..

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