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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LC08 FXTMOT history

LC08 FXT is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LC08 FXT blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
159,622 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 FXT
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
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 FXT was last recorded at 159,622 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 2,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,706 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,916 miles
Average per year
6,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,622 miles
  • 2025 – 156,706 miles
  • 2024 – 153,632 miles
  • 2023 – 149,124 miles
  • 2022 – 143,859 miles
  • 2021 – 139,787 miles
  • 2020 – 136,885 miles
  • 2019 – 129,737 miles
  • 2018 – 121,822 miles
  • 2016 – 116,163 miles
  • 2015 – 108,132 miles
  • 2014 – 94,384 miles
  • 2013 – 80,690 miles
  • 2012 – 67,539 miles
  • 2011 – 54,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,622 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o./s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,622 miles (+2,916)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    159,622 miles
    Test number
    445482732731
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass156,706 miles (+3,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    156,706 miles
    Test number
    954504852600
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass153,632 miles (+4,508)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    153,632 miles
    Test number
    124339989268
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Nail in tyre ns+os

  4. Pass149,124 miles (+5,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    149,124 miles
    Test number
    636816151863
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,859 miles (+4,072)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,859 miles
    Test number
    473977571198
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass139,787 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    139,787 miles
    Test number
    865136516012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass136,885 miles (+7,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,885 miles
    Test number
    335525399633
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,737 miles (+7,915)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,737 miles
    Test number
    718813065834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,822 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,822 miles
    Test number
    220777493164
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer outer casing corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pad inner thickness

  10. Fail121,822 miles (+5,659)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,822 miles
    Test number
    243879155006
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer outer casing corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pad inner thickness

  11. Pass116,163 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    452213497946
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o./s (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail116,107 miles (+7,975)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,107 miles
    Test number
    945253474740
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o./s (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail108,132 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,132 miles
    Test number
    599202745139
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer outer casing slightly deteriorated
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnable to see rear inner brake pad thickness

  14. Pass108,132 miles (+13,748)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,132 miles
    Test number
    766722645135
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer outer casing slightly deteriorated
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnable to see rear inner brake pad thickness

  15. Pass94,384 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,384 miles
    Test number
    137312044186
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing corroded and deteriorated

  16. Fail94,384 miles (+13,694)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,384 miles
    Test number
    878632844123
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing corroded and deteriorated

  17. Pass80,690 miles (+13,151)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,690 miles
    Test number
    187571423154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,539 miles (+13,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,539 miles
    Test number
    226922322116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    176413241199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 FXT

Does LC08 FXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 FXT is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 FXT?
The MOT on LC08 FXT is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 FXT done?
LC08 FXT was recorded at 159,622 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 6,870 miles a year.
Has LC08 FXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 FXT has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LC08 FXT 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 FXT find?
LC08 FXT passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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