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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 FOAMOT history

LD08 FOA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 176,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD08 FOA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
176,615 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 FOA
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
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 FOA was last recorded at 176,615 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 9,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,121 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,494 miles
Average per year
11,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,615 miles
  • 2024 – 167,121 miles
  • 2023 – 158,441 miles
  • 2022 – 133,450 miles
  • 2021 – 119,546 miles
  • 2019 – 115,570 miles
  • 2018 – 107,354 miles
  • 2017 – 94,744 miles
  • 2016 – 79,272 miles
  • 2015 – 68,049 miles
  • 2014 – 60,357 miles
  • 2013 – 46,025 miles
  • 2012 – 30,625 miles
  • 2011 – 13,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,615 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear sill deteriorated

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Engine breather pipe is split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,615 miles (+9,494)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    176,615 miles
    Test number
    210764508513
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear sill deteriorated

  2. Pass167,121 miles (+8,680)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,121 miles
    Test number
    282988652545
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sills corroded

  3. Pass158,441 miles (+24,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    158,441 miles
    Test number
    516360031942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,450 miles
    Test number
    951873041475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,450 miles (+13,904)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,450 miles
    Test number
    284610520769
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,546 miles (+3,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,546 miles
    Test number
    471264620545
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight playin hub assembly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,570 miles (+8,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,570 miles
    Test number
    366077581612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,354 miles (+12,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,354 miles
    Test number
    856301490477
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass94,744 miles (+451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,744 miles
    Test number
    626985535892
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe is split

  10. Fail94,293 miles (+15,021)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,293 miles
    Test number
    371462748376
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe is split

  11. Pass79,272 miles (+11,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    954593893586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass68,049 miles (+7,692)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,049 miles
    Test number
    726892395106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,357 miles (+14,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,357 miles
    Test number
    336869204340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass46,025 miles (+15,400)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,025 miles
    Test number
    425752713343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,625 miles (+16,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,625 miles
    Test number
    626354512392
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass13,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,755 miles
    Test number
    385625041268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail13,753 miles (+632)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,753 miles
    Test number
    697125141282
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

  18. Pass13,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    266860111469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,121 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    365219501158
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Questions about LD08 FOA

Does LD08 FOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 FOA is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 FOA?
The MOT on LD08 FOA is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 FOA done?
LD08 FOA was recorded at 176,615 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 11,195 miles a year.
Has LD08 FOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 FOA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 FOA 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 FOA find?
LD08 FOA passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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