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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LL08 HBNMOT history

LL08 HBN is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 75,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2024.

LL08 HBN black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2025
Mileage
75,322 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 HBN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 HBN was last recorded at 75,322 miles on 27 Aug 2024, 5,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,287 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5,035 miles
Average per year
6,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,322 miles
  • 2023 – 70,287 miles
  • 2022 – 66,002 miles
  • 2021 – 57,317 miles
  • 2020 – 53,775 miles
  • 2019 – 49,187 miles
  • 2018 – 45,146 miles
  • 2017 – 39,474 miles
  • 2015 – 24,019 miles
  • 2014 – 15,525 miles
  • 2013 – 7,881 miles
  • 2012 – 156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,322 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear damage to n/s rear and bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,322 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    971036964782
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail75,322 miles (+5,035)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    487381430174
    • MajorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass70,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,287 miles
    Test number
    787720851344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail70,287 miles (+4,285)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,287 miles
    Test number
    670876333346
    • MajorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass66,002 miles (+8,685)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,002 miles
    Test number
    880206697518
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass57,317 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    365278795002
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail57,317 miles (+3,542)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    697276260058
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass53,775 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,775 miles
    Test number
    325235493400
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail53,775 miles (+4,588)3 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,775 miles
    Test number
    244805591082
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass49,187 miles (+4,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,187 miles
    Test number
    501046279345
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass45,146 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    45,146 miles
    Test number
    913285415662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear damage to n/s rear and bumper
  12. Fail45,129 miles (+5,655)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,129 miles
    Test number
    109233644677
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear damage to n/s rear and bumper
  13. Pass39,474 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    39,474 miles
    Test number
    235513992911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail39,474 miles (+15,455)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,474 miles
    Test number
    537497890411
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass24,019 miles (+8,494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,019 miles
    Test number
    335233445022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
  16. Pass15,525 miles (+7,644)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,525 miles
    Test number
    139509744457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    7,881 miles
    Test number
    285537953034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail7,881 miles (+7,725)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,881 miles
    Test number
    888517153011
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass156 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156 miles
    Test number
    419327862013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 HBN

Does LL08 HBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 HBN expired on 26 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 HBN?
The MOT on LL08 HBN expired on 26 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 HBN done?
LL08 HBN was recorded at 75,322 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2024, an average of 6,026 miles a year.
Has LL08 HBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 HBN has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LL08 HBN 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 HBN find?
LL08 HBN passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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