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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LO08 FRLMOT history

LO08 FRL is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 169,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

LO08 FRL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2024
Mileage
169,157 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FRL was last recorded at 169,157 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 8,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,348 miles · 1 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,809 miles
Average per year
11,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 169,157 miles
  • 2022 – 160,348 miles
  • 2021 – 145,730 miles
  • 2020 – 128,306 miles
  • 2019 – 111,439 miles
  • 2018 – 93,208 miles
  • 2017 – 89,288 miles
  • 2016 – 59,176 miles
  • 2015 – 40,284 miles
  • 2014 – 36,594 miles
  • 2013 – 33,238 miles
  • 2012 – 28,938 miles
  • 2011 – 25,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,157 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,157 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    169,157 miles
    Test number
    882606791098
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail169,157 miles (+8,809)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,157 miles
    Test number
    165833278102
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,348 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    160,348 miles
    Test number
    446054782376
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,347 miles (+14,617)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,347 miles
    Test number
    781041674697
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,730 miles (+223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    145,730 miles
    Test number
    188201741039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail145,507 miles (+17,201)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,507 miles
    Test number
    375926113410
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    128,306 miles
    Test number
    439530661869
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail128,306 miles (+16,867)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,306 miles
    Test number
    772791826467
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,439 miles
    Test number
    882356517595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,439 miles (+18,231)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,439 miles
    Test number
    977244298596
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass93,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,208 miles
    Test number
    320929375242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,208 miles (+3,920)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,208 miles
    Test number
    174636731277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass89,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,288 miles
    Test number
    160152409246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,288 miles (+30,112)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,288 miles
    Test number
    170743353186
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass59,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,176 miles
    Test number
    519315195562
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  16. Fail59,176 miles (+18,892)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,176 miles
    Test number
    164744169882
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  17. Pass40,284 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,284 miles
    Test number
    416316895009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,283 miles (+1,267)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,283 miles
    Test number
    874088742521
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass39,016 miles (+2,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,016 miles
    Test number
    267522665405
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass36,594 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,594 miles
    Test number
    359109144114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,238 miles
    Test number
    296815853403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,238 miles (+4,300)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,238 miles
    Test number
    216395953421
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  23. Pass28,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,938 miles
    Test number
    148477172171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,938 miles (+3,806)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,938 miles
    Test number
    205227072494
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass25,132 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,132 miles
    Test number
    478712471166
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about LO08 FRL

Does LO08 FRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 FRL expired on 30 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FRL?
The MOT on LO08 FRL expired on 30 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 FRL done?
LO08 FRL was recorded at 169,157 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 11,977 miles a year.
Has LO08 FRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FRL has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LO08 FRL 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 LO08 FRL find?
LO08 FRL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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