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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LD08 MXLMOT history

LD08 MXL is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

LD08 MXL grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
106,615 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 MXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 MXL was last recorded at 106,615 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 2,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,069 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,546 miles
Average per year
4,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,615 miles
  • 2024 – 104,069 miles
  • 2023 – 101,747 miles
  • 2022 – 98,854 miles
  • 2021 – 93,026 miles
  • 2020 – 86,511 miles
  • 2019 – 80,905 miles
  • 2018 – 72,940 miles
  • 2017 – 70,477 miles
  • 2016 – 67,732 miles
  • 2015 – 65,897 miles
  • 2014 – 63,707 miles
  • 2013 – 50,379 miles
  • 2012 – 43,107 miles
  • 2011 – 36,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,615 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear fog light damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,615 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    106,615 miles
    Test number
    560069729396
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light damaged
  2. Fail106,615 miles (+2,546)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,615 miles
    Test number
    589020609685
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light damaged
  3. Pass104,069 miles (+2,322)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,069 miles
    Test number
    684287919334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light damaged
  4. Pass101,747 miles (+2,893)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,747 miles
    Test number
    161851391344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,854 miles (+5,828)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    261297747553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads on 5mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing badly on inner edge
  6. Pass93,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,026 miles
    Test number
    800769750291
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  7. Fail93,026 miles (+6,515)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,026 miles
    Test number
    980956503702
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  8. Pass86,511 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,511 miles
    Test number
    897966198045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,509 miles (+5,604)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    146142449960
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 3mm also bald on inner edge 205/55/16
  10. Pass80,905 miles (+7,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,905 miles
    Test number
    420262174127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass72,940 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,940 miles
    Test number
    139227961804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    409853624104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
  13. Fail71,823 miles (+1,346)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    935407939227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
  14. Pass70,477 miles (+2,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,477 miles
    Test number
    465993452773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has damage outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass67,732 miles (+1,835)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,732 miles
    Test number
    431338424668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVarious areas and components corroded underside
  16. Pass65,897 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,897 miles
    Test number
    478796035029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,707 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    63,707 miles
    Test number
    449313744014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,642 miles (+13,263)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,642 miles
    Test number
    696819134003
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass50,379 miles (+7,272)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,379 miles
    Test number
    886382243031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,107 miles (+6,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,107 miles
    Test number
    216989202047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass36,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,710 miles
    Test number
    626960571028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 MXL

Does LD08 MXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 MXL is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 MXL?
The MOT on LD08 MXL is valid until 14 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 MXL done?
LD08 MXL was recorded at 106,615 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 4,781 miles a year.
Has LD08 MXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 MXL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 MXL 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 MXL find?
LD08 MXL passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front tyres starting to wear on inner edges; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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