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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 RSZMOT history

LL08 RSZ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

LL08 RSZ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,694 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 RSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 RSZ was last recorded at 77,694 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,549 miles · 9 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
145 miles
Average per year
4,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,694 miles
  • 2025 – 77,549 miles
  • 2024 – 76,807 miles
  • 2023 – 75,057 miles
  • 2022 – 71,039 miles
  • 2021 – 59,109 miles
  • 2020 – 58,258 miles
  • 2019 – 55,733 miles
  • 2018 – 53,909 miles
  • 2017 – 51,580 miles
  • 2016 – 48,326 miles
  • 2015 – 44,270 miles
  • 2014 – 41,513 miles
  • 2013 – 35,483 miles
  • 2012 – 24,619 miles
  • 2011 – 14,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,694 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,694 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,694 miles
    Test number
    754696874901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,694 miles (+145)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,694 miles
    Test number
    411793984860
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 97v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    780612435349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail77,549 miles (+742)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    951462589753
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass76,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,807 miles
    Test number
    707708886618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,807 miles (+1,750)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,807 miles
    Test number
    311765094222
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass75,057 miles (+4,018)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,057 miles
    Test number
    665191877943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,039 miles (+11,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,039 miles
    Test number
    933784222118
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass59,109 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,109 miles
    Test number
    646698379219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail59,109 miles (+851)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,109 miles
    Test number
    611557022102
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,258 miles (+2,525)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,258 miles
    Test number
    622581276953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass55,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,733 miles
    Test number
    890543608269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,733 miles (+1,824)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,733 miles
    Test number
    124998550313
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible Also replaced rear poor condition (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass53,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,909 miles
    Test number
    304023550192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,909 miles (+2,329)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,909 miles
    Test number
    394526551350
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass51,580 miles (+3,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,580 miles
    Test number
    575076557957
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smear
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs lipped and pitted inner edge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass48,326 miles (+4,056)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,326 miles
    Test number
    389598799139
    • AdvisoryEvidence of rats living in engine bay.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement links (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass44,270 miles (+2,757)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,270 miles
    Test number
    689243205197
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteEvidence of rats in engine comaprtment.

  19. Pass41,513 miles (+6,030)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    405508914187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteRATS LIVING IN THE ENGINE BAY

  20. Pass35,483 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,483 miles
    Test number
    219279713458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteRats living under bonnet

  21. Fail35,483 miles (+10,864)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,483 miles
    Test number
    937119213121
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRats living under bonnet

  22. Pass24,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,619 miles
    Test number
    378117032147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail24,619 miles (+9,809)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,619 miles
    Test number
    225193732196
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail14,810 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,810 miles
    Test number
    446737331183
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass14,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,810 miles
    Test number
    578567131182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 RSZ

Does LL08 RSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 RSZ is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 RSZ?
The MOT on LL08 RSZ is valid until 21 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 RSZ done?
LL08 RSZ was recorded at 77,694 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 4,142 miles a year.
Has LL08 RSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 RSZ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 RSZ 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 RSZ find?
LL08 RSZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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