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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 NLZMOT history

LL08 NLZ is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LL08 NLZ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,101 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 NLZ
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
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 NLZ was last recorded at 97,101 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,093 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,101 miles
  • 2024 – 90,681 miles
  • 2023 – 85,660 miles
  • 2022 – 82,533 miles
  • 2021 – 79,486 miles
  • 2020 – 76,080 miles
  • 2019 – 71,355 miles
  • 2018 – 67,248 miles
  • 2017 – 61,624 miles
  • 2016 – 53,607 miles
  • 2015 – 45,720 miles
  • 2014 – 39,794 miles
  • 2013 – 34,835 miles
  • 2012 – 29,177 miles
  • 2011 – 24,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,101 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,101 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,101 miles
    Test number
    991639004591
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail97,093 miles (+6,412)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,093 miles
    Test number
    795949272226
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass90,681 miles (+5,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,681 miles
    Test number
    239492899869
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass85,660 miles (+3,127)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    85,660 miles
    Test number
    413087496149
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,533 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,533 miles
    Test number
    438782257615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass79,486 miles (+80)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,486 miles
    Test number
    821685463997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail79,406 miles (+3,326)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,406 miles
    Test number
    308389558856
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass76,080 miles (+4,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,080 miles
    Test number
    848255565196
    • 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))

  9. Pass71,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    115313371407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,355 miles (+4,107)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    580812036300
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,248 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,248 miles
    Test number
    167250794173
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail67,248 miles (+5,624)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,248 miles
    Test number
    195488541959
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass61,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,624 miles
    Test number
    908774880313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,624 miles (+8,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,624 miles
    Test number
    653891341196
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass53,607 miles (+7,887)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,607 miles
    Test number
    413180814235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,720 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,720 miles
    Test number
    856218575100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWiper blades poor

  17. Fail45,719 miles (+5,925)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,719 miles
    Test number
    286588275182
    • DangerousOff side front tyre very low
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWasher jets poor
    • NoteWiper blades poor

  18. Pass39,794 miles (+4,959)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,794 miles
    Test number
    947149474155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass34,835 miles (+5,658)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,835 miles
    Test number
    185871003227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass29,177 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,177 miles
    Test number
    318310812243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,154 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,154 miles
    Test number
    699997791154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass24,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,154 miles
    Test number
    976927891136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 NLZ

Does LL08 NLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 NLZ is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL08 NLZ?
The MOT on LL08 NLZ is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 NLZ done?
LL08 NLZ was recorded at 97,101 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has LL08 NLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 NLZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 NLZ 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 NLZ find?
LL08 NLZ passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear exhaust mounting defective; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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