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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 NLRMOT history

LL08 NLR is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

LL08 NLR grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
85,885 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 NLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 NLR was last recorded at 85,885 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 2,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,392 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,493 miles
Average per year
4,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,885 miles
  • 2025 – 83,392 miles
  • 2024 – 81,170 miles
  • 2023 – 77,716 miles
  • 2022 – 72,384 miles
  • 2021 – 67,335 miles
  • 2020 – 62,468 miles
  • 2019 – 58,850 miles
  • 2018 – 55,482 miles
  • 2017 – 51,766 miles
  • 2016 – 47,578 miles
  • 2015 – 42,747 miles
  • 2014 – 38,390 miles
  • 2013 – 34,189 miles
  • 2012 – 27,719 miles
  • 2011 – 21,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,885 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective above subframe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBonnet lock broken but still operationalRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,885 miles (+2,493)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    85,885 miles
    Test number
    644342643282
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective above subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet lock broken but still operational

  2. Pass83,392 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    803977769424
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet lock broken but still operational

  3. Fail83,392 miles (+2,222)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    808237110260
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/5017 deep cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet lock broken but still operational

  4. Pass81,170 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,170 miles
    Test number
    772017347307
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail81,168 miles (+3,452)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,168 miles
    Test number
    191691229590
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,716 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,716 miles
    Test number
    787081064467
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail77,716 miles (+5,332)2 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,716 miles
    Test number
    992559740048
    • DangerousOffside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up Support bearing (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached Broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass72,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    908680475393
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet lock very stiff to open

  9. Fail72,384 miles (+5,049)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    900415882681
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/5017 deep cracking and heavily scalloped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slick and scalloping (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet lock very stiff to open

  10. Pass67,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,335 miles
    Test number
    510912847681
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished & cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail67,335 miles (+4,867)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,335 miles
    Test number
    918994967437
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished & cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass62,468 miles (+3,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,468 miles
    Test number
    663667795908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass58,850 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    260939834909
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail58,850 miles (+3,368)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    659516981329
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass55,482 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,482 miles
    Test number
    339868377185
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Fail55,482 miles (+3,716)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,482 miles
    Test number
    327225238282
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Pass51,766 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,766 miles
    Test number
    362845446444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked in tread area but no cords visible at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slick on inner edge 205/5017 (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail51,766 miles (+4,188)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,766 miles
    Test number
    667246357381
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked in tread area but no cords visible at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slick on inner edge 205/5017 (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,578 miles
    Test number
    755932456912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/5017 (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail47,578 miles (+4,831)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,578 miles
    Test number
    177412116930
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/5017 (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,747 miles (+4,357)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,747 miles
    Test number
    195221595188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,390 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,390 miles
    Test number
    286012104233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,189 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    528577793195
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge.

  24. Fail34,189 miles (+6,470)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    539607193119
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge.

  25. Pass27,719 miles (+5,943)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,719 miles
    Test number
    297608492144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,776 miles
    Test number
    236449871491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,776 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,776 miles
    Test number
    888048171159
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBrakes sharp and noisy

Questions about LL08 NLR

Does LL08 NLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 NLR is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 NLR?
The MOT on LL08 NLR is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 NLR done?
LL08 NLR was recorded at 85,885 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 4,253 miles a year.
Has LL08 NLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 NLR has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 NLR 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 NLR find?
LL08 NLR passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 16 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective above subframe; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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