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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 ULOMOT history

LB08 ULO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
141,039 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ULO
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
13 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ULO was last recorded at 141,039 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 5,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,406 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,633 miles
Average per year
5,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,039 miles
  • 2025 – 135,406 miles
  • 2024 – 129,843 miles
  • 2023 – 125,906 miles
  • 2022 – 121,637 miles
  • 2021 – 119,082 miles
  • 2019 – 115,032 miles
  • 2017 – 106,088 miles
  • 2016 – 100,946 miles
  • 2015 – 95,845 miles
  • 2014 – 90,936 miles
  • 2013 – 85,665 miles
  • 2012 – 77,913 miles
  • 2011 – 54,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,039 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,039 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    141,039 miles
    Test number
    691425922169
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail141,037 miles (+5,631)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,037 miles
    Test number
    220463245046
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,406 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    135,406 miles
    Test number
    980987894439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,843 miles
    Test number
    663588987406
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail129,843 miles (+3,937)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,843 miles
    Test number
    440778310682
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ALL (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass125,906 miles (+4,269)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    125,906 miles
    Test number
    854446149197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,637 miles
    Test number
    143092901669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,637 miles (+2,555)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,637 miles
    Test number
    845203229472
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass119,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    119,082 miles
    Test number
    829677084715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,082 miles (+4,050)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,082 miles
    Test number
    514997935880
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  11. Pass115,032 miles (+8,944)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,032 miles
    Test number
    928434759089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,088 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,088 miles
    Test number
    521911057584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,946 miles (+5,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,946 miles
    Test number
    984287013190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is perished on sidewall

  14. Pass95,845 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,845 miles
    Test number
    457664295107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  15. Fail95,845 miles (+4,909)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,845 miles
    Test number
    777964595164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  16. Fail90,936 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,936 miles
    Test number
    388637894176
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass90,936 miles (+5,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,936 miles
    Test number
    738257094155
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail85,665 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,665 miles
    Test number
    135456193120
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass85,665 miles (+7,752)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,665 miles
    Test number
    558236593112
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass77,913 miles (+23,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,913 miles
    Test number
    397869492186
    • NoteOffside head light aiming slightly high

  21. Pass54,620 miles (+95)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,620 miles
    Test number
    368488671166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Fail54,525 miles3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,525 miles
    Test number
    497495971175
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB08 ULO

Does LB08 ULO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ULO is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ULO?
The MOT on LB08 ULO is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 ULO done?
LB08 ULO was recorded at 141,039 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 5,729 miles a year.
Has LB08 ULO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ULO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 ULO 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 ULO find?
LB08 ULO passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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