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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LB08 VMWMOT history

LB08 VMW is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
158,225 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VMW was last recorded at 158,225 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 3,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,816 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,409 miles
Average per year
5,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,225 miles
  • 2025 – 154,816 miles
  • 2024 – 151,761 miles
  • 2023 – 149,427 miles
  • 2022 – 145,208 miles
  • 2021 – 143,621 miles
  • 2020 – 139,981 miles
  • 2019 – 134,891 miles
  • 2018 – 129,404 miles
  • 2017 – 124,391 miles
  • 2016 – 121,508 miles
  • 2015 – 107,096 miles
  • 2014 – 96,174 miles
  • 2013 – 88,130 miles
  • 2012 – 80,147 miles
  • 2011 – 71,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,225 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,225 miles (+3,409)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    158,225 miles
    Test number
    470403122627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass154,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,816 miles
    Test number
    771362184661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,814 miles (+3,053)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,814 miles
    Test number
    883848500655
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,761 miles (+2,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,761 miles
    Test number
    232528735519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass149,427 miles (+4,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,427 miles
    Test number
    157891346598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear subframe

  6. Pass145,208 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    811453370730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,165 miles (+1,544)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,165 miles
    Test number
    926430320087
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,621 miles (+3,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,621 miles
    Test number
    390200745387
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge's (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass139,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    139,981 miles
    Test number
    837083601789
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail139,977 miles (+5,086)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,977 miles
    Test number
    111630987314
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield hanging loose

  11. Pass134,891 miles (+5,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,891 miles
    Test number
    243168928346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass129,404 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    129,404 miles
    Test number
    889727290019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,391 miles (+2,883)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    124,391 miles
    Test number
    844395100925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,508 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    121,508 miles
    Test number
    788909702558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail121,507 miles (+14,411)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,507 miles
    Test number
    166663493349
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass107,096 miles (+10,922)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,096 miles
    Test number
    648686965000
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/front tyre wearing inside edge

  17. Fail96,174 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,174 miles
    Test number
    175089734008
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass96,174 miles (+8,044)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    96,174 miles
    Test number
    917949634044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,130 miles (+7,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    578359243053
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,147 miles (+8,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    118826742436
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass71,525 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,525 miles
    Test number
    649714041154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail71,525 miles4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,525 miles
    Test number
    217073941198
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 VMW

Does LB08 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VMW is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VMW?
The MOT on LB08 VMW is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VMW done?
LB08 VMW was recorded at 158,225 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,918 miles a year.
Has LB08 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VMW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 VMW 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 VMW find?
LB08 VMW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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