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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 XUJMOT history

LL08 XUJ is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LL08 XUJ grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
153,985 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 XUJ
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
14 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 XUJ was last recorded at 153,985 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 22,308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,677 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
22,308 miles
Average per year
9,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,985 miles
  • 2025 – 131,677 miles
  • 2024 – 110,100 miles
  • 2022 – 89,808 miles
  • 2021 – 87,953 miles
  • 2020 – 85,775 miles
  • 2019 – 83,026 miles
  • 2018 – 73,784 miles
  • 2017 – 65,508 miles
  • 2016 – 58,838 miles
  • 2015 – 52,103 miles
  • 2014 – 42,814 miles
  • 2013 – 33,939 miles
  • 2012 – 22,254 miles
  • 2011 – 14,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,985 miles (+22,308)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    153,985 miles
    Test number
    791034344425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass131,677 miles (+450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    131,677 miles
    Test number
    397474018456
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail131,227 miles (+21,127)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    376982078149
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass110,100 miles (+20,292)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,100 miles
    Test number
    927384813690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,808 miles (+1,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    916691751962
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass87,953 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    453244924760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,775 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,775 miles
    Test number
    196948454703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,026 miles (+9,242)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,026 miles
    Test number
    103097024778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    229602206214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread grooves
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge and cracks in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail73,784 miles (+8,276)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    446034386376
    • Repaired at testExhaust silencer insecure rear tail pipe mounting broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread grooves
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge and cracks in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass65,508 miles (+6,670)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,508 miles
    Test number
    495434553383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,838 miles (+6,735)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,838 miles
    Test number
    595344162704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit punctured (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWater pump leaking
  13. Pass52,103 miles (+9,289)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,103 miles
    Test number
    517924425269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,814 miles (+8,875)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,814 miles
    Test number
    406026824248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,939 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,939 miles
    Test number
    967026923219
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear tyre is slightly mishapen,
  16. Fail33,937 miles (+11,683)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,937 miles
    Test number
    695696523278
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear tyre is slightly mishapen,
  17. Pass22,254 miles (+7,957)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,254 miles
    Test number
    787949012232
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  18. Pass14,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,297 miles
    Test number
    267133921231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 XUJ

Does LL08 XUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 XUJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 XUJ?
The MOT on LL08 XUJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 XUJ done?
LL08 XUJ was recorded at 153,985 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 9,492 miles a year.
Has LL08 XUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 XUJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 XUJ 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 XUJ find?
LL08 XUJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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