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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 XKSMOT history

LL08 XKS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

LL08 XKS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
143,803 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 XKS
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
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 XKS was last recorded at 143,803 miles on 16 May 2026, 9,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,802 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,001 miles
Average per year
7,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,803 miles
  • 2025 – 134,802 miles
  • 2024 – 126,940 miles
  • 2023 – 118,248 miles
  • 2022 – 109,920 miles
  • 2021 – 102,873 miles
  • 2020 – 97,458 miles
  • 2019 – 91,721 miles
  • 2018 – 84,101 miles
  • 2017 – 76,911 miles
  • 2016 – 69,369 miles
  • 2015 – 60,932 miles
  • 2014 – 51,618 miles
  • 2013 – 42,474 miles
  • 2012 – 33,781 miles
  • 2011 – 25,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,803 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush splitting. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracking and worn on inner edge (2019) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Central Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,803 miles (+9,001)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,803 miles
    Test number
    266040361347
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush splitting. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracking and worn on inner edge (2019) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,802 miles (+7,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    134,802 miles
    Test number
    669409925936
    • AdvisoryBottom of the sills. Covers fitted
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting rear subframe and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount missing but system still secure @ this time

  3. Pass126,940 miles (+8,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    126,940 miles
    Test number
    700058544939
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front steering rack inner joints

  4. Pass118,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,248 miles
    Test number
    893347770738
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail118,248 miles (+8,328)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,248 miles
    Test number
    476657785195
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant level below min mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass109,920 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,920 miles
    Test number
    854397541196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,918 miles (+7,045)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,918 miles
    Test number
    785434731633
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield is loose

  8. Pass102,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    102,873 miles
    Test number
    674064973314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,872 miles (+5,414)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,872 miles
    Test number
    142954712603
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  10. Pass97,458 miles (+5,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    97,458 miles
    Test number
    468759949115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass91,721 miles (+7,620)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2020
    Odometer
    91,721 miles
    Test number
    336092360257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,101 miles (+7,190)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,101 miles
    Test number
    639224577399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,911 miles (+7,542)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,911 miles
    Test number
    182184495112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,369 miles
    Test number
    328013952607
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bushes worn on lower arms

  15. Fail69,369 miles (+8,437)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,369 miles
    Test number
    479128064610
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bushes worn on lower arms

  16. Pass60,932 miles (+9,314)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,932 miles
    Test number
    278509765407
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass51,618 miles (+9,144)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,618 miles
    Test number
    999496574110
    • NoteO/s/f door mirror damage
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass42,474 miles (+8,693)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,474 miles
    Test number
    575355173168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,781 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,781 miles
    Test number
    716274582150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass33,781 miles (+8,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,781 miles
    Test number
    796804482145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass25,133 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,133 miles
    Test number
    535765371156
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished

  22. Fail25,133 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,133 miles
    Test number
    218785771143
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished

Questions about LL08 XKS

Does LL08 XKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 XKS is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 XKS?
The MOT on LL08 XKS is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 XKS done?
LL08 XKS was recorded at 143,803 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 7,968 miles a year.
Has LL08 XKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 XKS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 XKS 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 XKS find?
LL08 XKS passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded n/s/f, o/s/f, n/s/r and o/s/r.; lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush splitting.; nearside rear inner road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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