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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 PHAMOT history

LB08 PHA is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 150,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
150,048 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 PHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 PHA was last recorded at 150,048 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 6,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,449 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,599 miles
Average per year
7,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,048 miles
  • 2024 – 143,449 miles
  • 2023 – 137,871 miles
  • 2022 – 132,219 miles
  • 2021 – 126,613 miles
  • 2020 – 121,650 miles
  • 2019 – 115,331 miles
  • 2018 – 106,008 miles
  • 2017 – 101,141 miles
  • 2016 – 95,810 miles
  • 2015 – 89,854 miles
  • 2014 – 81,561 miles
  • 2013 – 71,853 miles
  • 2012 – 62,842 miles
  • 2011 – 48,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,048 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perishedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive At steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BothRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 4mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • No reverse lights working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both - cracking on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,048 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    150,048 miles
    Test number
    546048823523
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive At steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 4mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail150,048 miles (+6,599)1 dangerous1 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,048 miles
    Test number
    515107703825
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached Drop link snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At joins (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive At steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 4mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass143,449 miles (+5,578)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,449 miles
    Test number
    736510236733
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack damp/slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass137,871 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,871 miles
    Test number
    206075301882
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail137,869 miles (+5,650)1 dangerous3 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,869 miles
    Test number
    182346164173
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Position lamp incorrect colour Both - orange colour (also brake light bulbs) (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass132,219 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,219 miles
    Test number
    765696142277
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Body not fully secure BOTH FRONT WINGS LOOSE (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail132,219 miles (+5,606)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,219 miles
    Test number
    979371030119
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Body not fully secure BOTH FRONT WINGS LOOSE (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass126,613 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,613 miles
    Test number
    453731544958
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join at mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both - cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle and chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  9. Fail126,613 miles (+4,963)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,613 miles
    Test number
    834742710341
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also worn on edges - 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached broken (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working in mirror unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join at mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both - cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle and chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Pass121,650 miles (+6,319)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    835142777918
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm and worn on edges - 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both - cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes slightly worn , cracking and perished
    • AdvisoryBody, axle and chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers slightly smearing screen

  11. Pass115,331 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    751450015783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,277 miles (+9,269)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,277 miles
    Test number
    290626319183
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo oil

  13. Pass106,008 miles (+4,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,008 miles
    Test number
    223774945182
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass101,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    313515752518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,141 miles (+5,331)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    239243719721
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    663592776159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracking to side walls

  17. Fail95,810 miles (+5,956)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    596618041273
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracking to side walls

  18. Pass89,854 miles (+8,293)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,854 miles
    Test number
    828193335206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  19. Fail81,561 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    329180344402
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass81,561 miles (+9,708)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    705410344248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass71,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    685637523278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,853 miles (+9,011)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    456627723219
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,842 miles (+14,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,842 miles
    Test number
    675490232228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,216 miles
    Test number
    286698981407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 PHA

Does LB08 PHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 PHA is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 PHA?
The MOT on LB08 PHA is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 PHA done?
LB08 PHA was recorded at 150,048 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 7,051 miles a year.
Has LB08 PHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 PHA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 PHA 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 PHA find?
LB08 PHA passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 14 advisories: all rear suspension bushes worn, cracking and perished; body, axle, chassis and component corrosion; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all, and 11 more.

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