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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 ULSMOT history

LB08 ULS is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 216,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2026
Mileage
216,873 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ULS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ULS was last recorded at 216,873 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 12,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,444 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
12,429 miles
Average per year
12,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,873 miles
  • 2024 – 204,444 miles
  • 2023 – 193,217 miles
  • 2022 – 183,535 miles
  • 2021 – 169,324 miles
  • 2020 – 161,284 miles
  • 2019 – 144,362 miles
  • 2018 – 129,037 miles
  • 2016 – 103,343 miles
  • 2014 – 67,619 miles
  • 2013 – 49,386 miles
  • 2011 – 43,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,873 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at small end and leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S At limit of advisory. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S Pads are very low and discs have raised edges due to wear. The backing plate of pad will contact lip on the disc before friction surface is used up. The should be considered DANGEROUS. Replacement recommended. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust shield loose

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,873 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    216,873 miles
    Test number
    632849624679
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at small end and leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S At limit of advisory. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S Pads are very low and discs have raised edges due to wear. The backing plate of pad will contact lip on the disc before friction surface is used up. The should be considered DANGEROUS. Replacement recommended. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust shield loose

  2. Fail216,871 miles (+12,427)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,871 miles
    Test number
    244738361767
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at small end and leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S At limit of advisory. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S Pads are very low and discs have raised edges due to wear. The backing plate of pad will contact lip on the disc before friction surface is used up. The should be considered DANGEROUS. Replacement recommended. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust shield loose

  3. Pass204,444 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    204,444 miles
    Test number
    182828773136
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both brake discs (Borderline) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail204,441 miles (+11,224)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,441 miles
    Test number
    534130796518
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre worn around inner edge exposing plies (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front and rear exhaust mountings broken away from pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn around inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both brake discs (Borderline) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass193,217 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    193,217 miles
    Test number
    240799387764
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail193,217 miles (+9,682)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,217 miles
    Test number
    574331163689
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass183,535 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    183,535 miles
    Test number
    358232946923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail183,533 miles (+14,209)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,533 miles
    Test number
    721198157373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir empty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass169,324 miles (+8,040)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    169,324 miles
    Test number
    448078863817
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass161,284 miles (+16,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    161,284 miles
    Test number
    491899448262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass144,362 miles (+15,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    144,362 miles
    Test number
    399733010843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,037 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    129,037 miles
    Test number
    521806171900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre bald on inner edge and low on tread

  13. Fail129,037 miles (+25,694)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,037 miles
    Test number
    122445397119
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Tail pipe (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre bald on inner edge and low on tread

  14. Pass103,343 miles (+22,169)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    450032951133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,174 miles
    Test number
    745385633619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,174 miles (+13,555)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,174 miles
    Test number
    139636696098
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass67,619 miles (+5,402)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,619 miles
    Test number
    417503964467
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside mirror casing damaged but still secure

  18. Fail62,217 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,217 miles
    Test number
    145062224480
    • Repaired at testBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass62,217 miles (+12,831)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,217 miles
    Test number
    375572924011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass49,386 miles (+5,615)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,386 miles
    Test number
    478566813024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,771 miles
    Test number
    709126031191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 ULS

Does LB08 ULS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ULS expired on 4 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ULS?
The MOT on LB08 ULS expired on 4 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ULS done?
LB08 ULS was recorded at 216,873 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 12,108 miles a year.
Has LB08 ULS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ULS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 ULS 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 ULS find?
LB08 ULS passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split at small end and leaking grease.; front brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 5 more.

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