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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

LD08 DAUMOT history

LD08 DAU is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LD08 DAU red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,801 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 DAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 DAU was last recorded at 98,801 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,495 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
306 miles
Average per year
5,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,801 miles
  • 2025 – 98,495 miles
  • 2024 – 98,400 miles
  • 2023 – 96,465 miles
  • 2022 – 96,271 miles
  • 2021 – 92,314 miles
  • 2020 – 90,681 miles
  • 2019 – 85,079 miles
  • 2018 – 78,812 miles
  • 2017 – 68,260 miles
  • 2016 – 59,936 miles
  • 2015 – 49,038 miles
  • 2014 – 37,809 miles
  • 2013 – 27,500 miles
  • 2012 – 21,569 miles
  • 2011 – 18,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,801 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Covers fitted under vehicle restricting inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Engine cover fitted restricting inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Outer sill covers fitted obscuring view to sill panels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under body panels fitted obscuring view to some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,801 miles (+306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,801 miles
    Test number
    536172416797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass98,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    509765183680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail98,495 miles (+95)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    649657021435
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass98,400 miles (+1,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,400 miles
    Test number
    482785934701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edge

  5. Pass96,465 miles (+194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,465 miles
    Test number
    488104220351
    • AdvisoryLight residue forming at the nearside front strut.
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the inner tread.

  6. Pass96,271 miles (+3,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,271 miles
    Test number
    490705662474
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing on the inner tread.

  7. Pass92,314 miles (+1,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,314 miles
    Test number
    507290377226
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted at time of test.

  8. Pass90,681 miles (+5,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,681 miles
    Test number
    689546739465
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle restricting inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted restricting inspection of some components

  9. Pass85,079 miles (+6,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,079 miles
    Test number
    647142802062
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle restricting inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted restricting inspection of some components

  10. Pass78,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    175216443142
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted obscuring view to sill panels
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels fitted obscuring view to some components

  11. Fail78,812 miles (+10,552)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    123782589760
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum level prior to start of test
    • AdvisoryOffside dipped headlamp beam close to minimum limit
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted obscuring view to sill panels
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels fitted obscuring view to some components

  12. Pass68,260 miles (+8,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,260 miles
    Test number
    824695807007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle restricting inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted restricting inspection of some components

  13. Pass59,936 miles (+10,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,936 miles
    Test number
    930581241773
    • AdvisoryCovers are fitted to the underside of the outer sills obscuring view of body.
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray are fitted obscuring view of some components.
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are becoming worn.
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is deteriorated.

  14. Pass49,038 miles (+11,229)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    555395455077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring view to some components.
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim at lower limit.
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper blade rubber worn.
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim at lower limit.
    • NoteRear windscreen wiper blade rubber worn.
    • NoteUnder body panels fitted obscuring view to some components.

  15. Pass37,809 miles (+10,309)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    445146254090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,500 miles (+5,931)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,500 miles
    Test number
    878103463004
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage to offside front tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner tread

  17. Pass21,569 miles (+3,535)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,569 miles
    Test number
    118600772442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,034 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,034 miles
    Test number
    166514291487
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteCovers fitted to outer sill obscuring view of structure.
    • NoteEngine cover fitted obscuring view of components.
    • NoteEngine undertay fitted obscuring view of components.

  19. Pass18,034 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,034 miles
    Test number
    335464091029
    • NoteCovers fitted to outer sill obscuring view of structure.
    • NoteEngine cover fitted obscuring view of components.
    • NoteEngine undertay fitted obscuring view of components.

Questions about LD08 DAU

Does LD08 DAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 DAU is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 DAU?
The MOT on LD08 DAU 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 DAU done?
LD08 DAU was recorded at 98,801 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,422 miles a year.
Has LD08 DAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 DAU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 DAU 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 DAU find?
LD08 DAU passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacing.

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