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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 ACFMOT history

LD08 ACF is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LD08 ACF blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,338 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ACF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ACF was last recorded at 116,338 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 9,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,199 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,139 miles
Average per year
6,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,338 miles
  • 2025 – 107,199 miles
  • 2024 – 98,379 miles
  • 2023 – 94,550 miles
  • 2022 – 88,244 miles
  • 2021 – 84,216 miles
  • 2020 – 80,483 miles
  • 2019 – 74,272 miles
  • 2018 – 68,058 miles
  • 2017 – 59,379 miles
  • 2016 – 48,698 miles
  • 2015 – 28,175 miles
  • 2014 – 23,024 miles
  • 2013 – 18,331 miles
  • 2012 – 15,255 miles
  • 2011 – 11,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,338 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,338 miles (+9,139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,338 miles
    Test number
    900011458798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    730251884556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,199 miles (+8,820)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    513212069700
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,379 miles (+3,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,379 miles
    Test number
    404050095948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,550 miles (+6,306)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,550 miles
    Test number
    110826154723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,244 miles (+4,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,244 miles
    Test number
    376209634097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass84,216 miles (+3,733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,216 miles
    Test number
    701471295482
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx around 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    572131134931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail80,483 miles (+6,211)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    150760164316
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    435205751589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,272 miles (+6,214)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    654564153175
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass68,058 miles (+8,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,058 miles
    Test number
    728632929260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass59,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,379 miles
    Test number
    801846569997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail59,379 miles (+10,681)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,379 miles
    Test number
    304118026517
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass48,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,698 miles
    Test number
    225115444286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,698 miles (+20,523)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,698 miles
    Test number
    876232957324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass28,175 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,175 miles
    Test number
    289891245057
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail28,175 miles (+5,151)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,175 miles
    Test number
    726831645022
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass23,024 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    23,024 miles
    Test number
    135978544415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,331 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,331 miles
    Test number
    486759343023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,255 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,255 miles
    Test number
    196142232051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    11,771 miles
    Test number
    286514751014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LD08 ACF

Does LD08 ACF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 ACF is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ACF?
The MOT on LD08 ACF is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 ACF done?
LD08 ACF was recorded at 116,338 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 6,980 miles a year.
Has LD08 ACF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ACF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 ACF 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 LD08 ACF find?
LD08 ACF passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside; nearside rear coil spring corroded; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened.

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