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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LB08 VTOMOT history

LB08 VTO is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 127,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
127,217 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VTO
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
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VTO was last recorded at 127,217 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 5,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,621 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,596 miles
Average per year
6,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,217 miles
  • 2024 – 121,621 miles
  • 2023 – 115,708 miles
  • 2022 – 110,918 miles
  • 2021 – 106,086 miles
  • 2020 – 100,893 miles
  • 2019 – 94,167 miles
  • 2018 – 89,150 miles
  • 2017 – 84,061 miles
  • 2016 – 75,868 miles
  • 2015 – 66,646 miles
  • 2014 – 57,801 miles
  • 2013 – 47,337 miles
  • 2012 – 37,666 miles
  • 2011 – 26,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,217 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine steady

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,217 miles (+5,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    127,217 miles
    Test number
    556500330665
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  2. Pass121,621 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,621 miles
    Test number
    294598823017
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine steady (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both o/s & n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,621 miles (+5,913)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,621 miles
    Test number
    828641871463
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine steady (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both o/s & n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,708 miles (+4,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    115,708 miles
    Test number
    216491987557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a flat spot

  5. Pass110,918 miles (+4,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,918 miles
    Test number
    343381955915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,086 miles (+5,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,086 miles
    Test number
    284931903610
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass100,893 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    565116632399
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail100,891 miles (+6,724)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,891 miles
    Test number
    646962836105
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass94,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,167 miles
    Test number
    393501302428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail94,167 miles (+5,017)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,167 miles
    Test number
    839356473196
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass89,150 miles (+5,089)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    389688929819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,061 miles (+8,193)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,061 miles
    Test number
    699224024161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,868 miles (+9,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,868 miles
    Test number
    748964234924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,646 miles (+8,845)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,646 miles
    Test number
    498833975152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,801 miles (+10,464)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,801 miles
    Test number
    245304874191
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight wear on n/s o/s front inner tyre treads.

  16. Pass47,337 miles (+9,671)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,337 miles
    Test number
    579218573193
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass37,666 miles (+10,916)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,666 miles
    Test number
    477847272147
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass26,750 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,750 miles
    Test number
    667875771136
    • NoteAdvise:n/s/f brake pads starting to get low

Questions about LB08 VTO

Does LB08 VTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VTO is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VTO?
The MOT on LB08 VTO is valid until 21 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 VTO done?
LB08 VTO was recorded at 127,217 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 6,946 miles a year.
Has LB08 VTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VTO has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 VTO 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 VTO find?
LB08 VTO passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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