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Ford Focus

Orange · Petrol · 2008 · 2,521 cc

LL08 NMEMOT history

LL08 NME is an orange petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

LL08 NME orange Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,606 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 NME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 NME was last recorded at 93,606 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 3,842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,764 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,842 miles
Average per year
4,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,606 miles
  • 2025 – 89,764 miles
  • 2024 – 85,780 miles
  • 2023 – 80,859 miles
  • 2022 – 75,698 miles
  • 2021 – 70,936 miles
  • 2020 – 66,619 miles
  • 2019 – 62,663 miles
  • 2018 – 56,330 miles
  • 2017 – 53,482 miles
  • 2016 – 48,326 miles
  • 2015 – 44,050 miles
  • 2014 – 39,804 miles
  • 2013 – 36,340 miles
  • 2012 – 33,159 miles
  • 2011 – 29,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,606 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,606 miles (+3,842)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,606 miles
    Test number
    360206360280
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass89,764 miles (+3,984)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,764 miles
    Test number
    655058837616
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass85,780 miles (+4,921)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    85,780 miles
    Test number
    748142393319
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass80,859 miles (+133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    837055952734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail80,726 miles (+5,028)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,726 miles
    Test number
    827600762761
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass75,698 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,698 miles
    Test number
    450406812552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,563 miles (+4,627)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    222816876790
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,936 miles
    Test number
    415781527002
    • 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. Fail70,934 miles (+4,315)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,934 miles
    Test number
    490575277675
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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))

  10. Pass66,619 miles (+114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,619 miles
    Test number
    742310846539
    • 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 Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail66,505 miles (+3,842)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,505 miles
    Test number
    586903696547
    • MajorOffside Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass62,663 miles (+6,333)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,663 miles
    Test number
    779850889579
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass56,330 miles (+2,848)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,330 miles
    Test number
    180140939843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,482 miles (+5,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    359142755973
    • Advisory2x front tyres have sidewall damage

  15. Pass48,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,326 miles
    Test number
    876395790446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail48,326 miles (+4,276)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,326 miles
    Test number
    924227551788
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,050 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,050 miles
    Test number
    716211905279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,804 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,804 miles
    Test number
    358503604228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,340 miles (+3,181)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,340 miles
    Test number
    269337203254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,159 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,159 miles
    Test number
    576043102271
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Pass33,159 miles (+3,211)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,159 miles
    Test number
    925993402214
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass29,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,948 miles
    Test number
    305097301468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 NME

Does LL08 NME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 NME is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 NME?
The MOT on LL08 NME is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 NME done?
LL08 NME was recorded at 93,606 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,248 miles a year.
Has LL08 NME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 NME has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 NME 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 NME find?
LL08 NME passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 2 more.

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