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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

LD08 HVLMOT history

LD08 HVL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

LD08 HVL silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
88,883 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 HVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 HVL was last recorded at 88,883 miles on 28 May 2026, 3,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,770 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,113 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,883 miles
  • 2025 – 85,770 miles
  • 2024 – 84,182 miles
  • 2023 – 76,489 miles
  • 2022 – 70,564 miles
  • 2021 – 64,583 miles
  • 2019 – 52,192 miles
  • 2018 – 47,993 miles
  • 2017 – 41,619 miles
  • 2016 – 34,254 miles
  • 2015 – 28,478 miles
  • 2014 – 25,137 miles
  • 2013 – 20,201 miles
  • 2012 – 15,750 miles
  • 2011 – 11,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,883 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,883 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    512959530759
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail88,883 miles (+3,113)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    257007597514
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated key opening system for bonnet tricky to operate (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass85,770 miles (+1,588)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    85,770 miles
    Test number
    627226526659
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear hanger lose but not affecting anything (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,182 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,182 miles
    Test number
    451332443184
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail84,182 miles (+7,693)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,182 miles
    Test number
    809196786024
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass76,489 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,489 miles
    Test number
    896914746602
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail76,487 miles (+5,923)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    337529200005
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass70,564 miles (+5,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,564 miles
    Test number
    965979224913
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass64,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    118152696205
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail64,583 miles (+12,391)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    315160996567
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass52,192 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,192 miles
    Test number
    344061509279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,189 miles (+4,196)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,189 miles
    Test number
    295717009231
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass47,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,993 miles
    Test number
    728167574850
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside inner steering arm

  14. Fail47,993 miles (+6,374)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,993 miles
    Test number
    309768514768
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside inner steering arm

  15. Pass41,619 miles (+7,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,619 miles
    Test number
    852976566527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall cut but no cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass34,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,254 miles
    Test number
    196507479062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,254 miles (+5,776)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,254 miles
    Test number
    395967838969
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass28,478 miles (+3,341)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,478 miles
    Test number
    869398935103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,137 miles
    Test number
    725782604276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,137 miles (+4,936)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,137 miles
    Test number
    866132704263
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass20,201 miles (+4,451)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,201 miles
    Test number
    319781373196
    • NoteCut,s in n/s/r/tyre

  22. Pass15,750 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,750 miles
    Test number
    709299652159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,377 miles
    Test number
    278917661146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 HVL

Does LD08 HVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 HVL is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 HVL?
The MOT on LD08 HVL is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 HVL done?
LD08 HVL was recorded at 88,883 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has LD08 HVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 HVL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 HVL 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 HVL find?
LD08 HVL passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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