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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LL08 DEUMOT history

LL08 DEU is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2024.

LL08 DEU grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
150,202 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 DEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 DEU was last recorded at 150,202 miles on 18 Dec 2024, 19,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,050 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
19,152 miles
Average per year
9,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,202 miles
  • 2023 – 131,050 miles
  • 2022 – 119,282 miles
  • 2021 – 108,381 miles
  • 2020 – 98,790 miles
  • 2019 – 90,128 miles
  • 2018 – 78,235 miles
  • 2017 – 78,211 miles
  • 2016 – 77,692 miles
  • 2015 – 74,930 miles
  • 2014 – 63,857 miles
  • 2013 – 52,250 miles
  • 2012 – 42,191 miles
  • 2011 – 28,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,202 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Coil spring corroded All 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,202 miles (+19,152)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,202 miles
    Test number
    946091217683
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,050 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,050 miles
    Test number
    585943832948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail131,044 miles (+11,762)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,044 miles
    Test number
    894575504069
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass119,282 miles (+56)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    726344585666
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  5. Fail119,226 miles (+10,845)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,226 miles
    Test number
    912822868040
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass108,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,381 miles
    Test number
    926668847659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,381 miles (+9,591)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,381 miles
    Test number
    567314148698
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass98,790 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,790 miles
    Test number
    699949716279
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear indicator slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm rubber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  9. Fail98,788 miles (+8,660)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,788 miles
    Test number
    324406994252
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear indicator slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm rubber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  10. Pass90,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,128 miles
    Test number
    923149196910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,128 miles (+11,893)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,128 miles
    Test number
    957724126832
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass78,235 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,235 miles
    Test number
    252525402250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass78,211 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,211 miles
    Test number
    692995401960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    767240536871
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail77,692 miles (+2,762)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    583985278043
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail74,930 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    159898765130
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass74,930 miles (+11,073)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    609838265182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,857 miles (+11,607)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,857 miles
    Test number
    656729664137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,250 miles (+10,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,250 miles
    Test number
    825258563165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,191 miles (+13,927)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,191 miles
    Test number
    415144972131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,264 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    578363471132
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about LL08 DEU

Does LL08 DEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 DEU expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 DEU?
The MOT on LL08 DEU expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 DEU done?
LL08 DEU was recorded at 150,202 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2024, an average of 9,038 miles a year.
Has LL08 DEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 DEU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 DEU 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 LL08 DEU find?
LL08 DEU passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 7 more.

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