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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LC08 FWHMOT history

LC08 FWH is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

LC08 FWH grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
158,265 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 FWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 FWH was last recorded at 158,265 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 7,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,653 miles · 30 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
7,612 miles
Average per year
10,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,265 miles
  • 2024 – 150,653 miles
  • 2023 – 144,299 miles
  • 2022 – 137,242 miles
  • 2020 – 129,048 miles
  • 2019 – 118,454 miles
  • 2018 – 109,572 miles
  • 2017 – 98,267 miles
  • 2016 – 85,230 miles
  • 2015 – 69,917 miles
  • 2014 – 54,676 miles
  • 2013 – 41,108 miles
  • 2012 – 24,507 miles
  • 2011 – 16,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,265 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside rear upper trailing arm mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,265 miles (+7,612)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    158,265 miles
    Test number
    662062827267
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass150,653 miles (+565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    150,653 miles
    Test number
    899855756426
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail150,088 miles (+5,789)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,088 miles
    Test number
    642794511180
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass144,299 miles (+102)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,299 miles
    Test number
    711247446860
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside rear upper trailing arm mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail144,197 miles (+6,955)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,197 miles
    Test number
    584400626737
    • MajorFront Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside rear upper trailing arm mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass137,242 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,242 miles
    Test number
    455758885070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail137,198 miles (+8,150)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,198 miles
    Test number
    833432554348
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass129,048 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    235232903016
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  9. Fail129,048 miles (+10,594)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    146282187816
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  10. Pass118,454 miles (+8,882)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,454 miles
    Test number
    505894870888
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1x (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass109,572 miles (+11,305)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,572 miles
    Test number
    447405813488
    • MinorRegistration 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass98,267 miles (+13,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,267 miles
    Test number
    379275056158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass85,230 miles (+15,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    967270400607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass69,917 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,917 miles
    Test number
    905404375188
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Fail69,917 miles (+15,241)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,917 miles
    Test number
    705164875131
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  16. Pass54,676 miles (+13,568)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,676 miles
    Test number
    306744174185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteWipers poor

  17. Pass41,108 miles (+16,601)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,108 miles
    Test number
    117576973158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,507 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,507 miles
    Test number
    229037772162
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  19. Fail24,507 miles (+8,060)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,507 miles
    Test number
    296757072182
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  20. Pass16,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,447 miles
    Test number
    126862571125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 FWH

Does LC08 FWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 FWH expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 FWH?
The MOT on LC08 FWH expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 FWH done?
LC08 FWH was recorded at 158,265 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 10,418 miles a year.
Has LC08 FWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 FWH has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LC08 FWH 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 LC08 FWH find?
LC08 FWH passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front, and 3 more.

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