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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LB08 ULZMOT history

LB08 ULZ is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
157,726 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ULZ
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
3 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ULZ was last recorded at 157,726 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 9,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
147,957 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,769 miles
Average per year
8,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,726 miles
  • 2025 – 147,957 miles
  • 2024 – 136,744 miles
  • 2023 – 125,583 miles
  • 2022 – 109,204 miles
  • 2021 – 106,108 miles
  • 2020 – 102,899 miles
  • 2019 – 97,143 miles
  • 2018 – 89,018 miles
  • 2017 – 78,496 miles
  • 2016 – 70,063 miles
  • 2015 – 59,200 miles
  • 2014 – 46,860 miles
  • 2013 – 36,908 miles
  • 2012 – 29,813 miles
  • 2011 – 24,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,726 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,726 miles (+9,769)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    157,726 miles
    Test number
    117808471296
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass147,957 miles (+11,213)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,957 miles
    Test number
    372109884325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    136,744 miles
    Test number
    816472157960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,744 miles (+11,161)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,744 miles
    Test number
    191125761487
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,583 miles (+16,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,583 miles
    Test number
    651877390787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass109,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,204 miles
    Test number
    190700189382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related under body surface corrosion

  7. Fail109,203 miles (+3,095)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,203 miles
    Test number
    248460302308
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet not opening
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related under body surface corrosion

  8. Pass106,108 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,108 miles
    Test number
    694435627952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread cords almost exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,108 miles (+3,209)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,108 miles
    Test number
    388161862779
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rear tailpipe insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread cords almost exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,899 miles (+5,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,899 miles
    Test number
    330926300796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass97,143 miles (+8,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,143 miles
    Test number
    679528963070
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 3mm/wearing edges (both)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,018 miles (+10,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,018 miles
    Test number
    512515676899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass78,496 miles (+8,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,496 miles
    Test number
    597521465187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount bearing noisy

  14. Pass70,063 miles (+10,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,063 miles
    Test number
    954817403511
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront top mount bearings noisey

  15. Pass59,200 miles (+12,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,200 miles
    Test number
    862075940616
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass46,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,860 miles
    Test number
    277008024369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail46,860 miles (+9,952)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,860 miles
    Test number
    429568124470
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass36,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    36,908 miles
    Test number
    498683133386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail36,908 miles (+1,219)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,908 miles
    Test number
    598723233389
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass35,689 miles (+5,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,689 miles
    Test number
    545172043162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,813 miles (+5,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,813 miles
    Test number
    278747132122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass24,008 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,008 miles
    Test number
    176562251135
    • NoteAirbag Light On

  23. Fail24,005 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,005 miles
    Test number
    545422551180
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB08 ULZ

Does LB08 ULZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ULZ is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ULZ?
The MOT on LB08 ULZ is valid until 8 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 ULZ done?
LB08 ULZ was recorded at 157,726 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 8,766 miles a year.
Has LB08 ULZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ULZ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 ULZ 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 ULZ find?
LB08 ULZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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