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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 ETOMOT history

LL08 ETO is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 16 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

LL08 ETO black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,845 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ETO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 ETO was last recorded at 108,845 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 8,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,178 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,667 miles
Average per year
6,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,845 miles
  • 2025 – 100,178 miles
  • 2024 – 90,065 miles
  • 2023 – 74,452 miles
  • 2021 – 73,446 miles
  • 2020 – 69,622 miles
  • 2019 – 65,488 miles
  • 2018 – 54,006 miles
  • 2017 – 47,371 miles
  • 2016 – 42,956 miles
  • 2015 – 36,227 miles
  • 2014 – 30,275 miles
  • 2013 – 23,746 miles
  • 2012 – 17,583 miles
  • 2011 – 13,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge devoid of tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,845 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    768513376778
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail108,844 miles (+8,666)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,844 miles
    Test number
    339296076379
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass100,178 miles (+10,113)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,178 miles
    Test number
    187408594486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,065 miles (+185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    698320002770
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail89,880 miles (+15,428)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    456483791160
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened around suspension arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass74,452 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,452 miles
    Test number
    347512475354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,446 miles (+3,824)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,446 miles
    Test number
    779333493949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,622 miles (+4,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,622 miles
    Test number
    414261541071
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower suspension arm rear bush shows extensive deterioration/play.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread shows deep splits.
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm rear bush shows extensive deterioration/play.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread shows deep splits.

  9. Pass65,488 miles (+11,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    741551449828
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  10. Pass54,006 miles (+6,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    455787622918
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass47,371 miles (+4,415)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    290861492997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,956 miles (+6,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,956 miles
    Test number
    693657571104
    • 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)

  13. Fail36,227 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,227 miles
    Test number
    307477255105
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wearing on iner edge

  14. Pass36,227 miles (+5,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,227 miles
    Test number
    366857155110
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wearing on iner edge

  15. Pass30,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    109677854195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail30,275 miles (+6,529)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    879857654186
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass23,746 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    23,746 miles
    Test number
    909681833191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    17,583 miles
    Test number
    749090032163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,583 miles (+3,791)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,583 miles
    Test number
    699069022184
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass13,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,792 miles
    Test number
    217921031402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 ETO

Does LL08 ETO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 ETO is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ETO?
The MOT on LL08 ETO is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 ETO done?
LL08 ETO was recorded at 108,845 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 6,489 miles a year.
Has LL08 ETO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ETO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 ETO 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 ETO find?
LL08 ETO passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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