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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,521 cc

LO08 FSJMOT history

LO08 FSJ is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LO08 FSJ grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
138,487 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FSJ was last recorded at 138,487 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 3,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,514 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,973 miles
Average per year
7,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,487 miles
  • 2025 – 134,514 miles
  • 2024 – 130,120 miles
  • 2023 – 123,191 miles
  • 2022 – 115,954 miles
  • 2021 – 109,398 miles
  • 2020 – 104,295 miles
  • 2019 – 97,132 miles
  • 2018 – 87,384 miles
  • 2017 – 75,855 miles
  • 2016 – 65,410 miles
  • 2015 – 57,274 miles
  • 2013 – 39,699 miles
  • 2012 – 30,178 miles
  • 2011 – 20,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,487 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to fade

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,487 miles (+3,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    138,487 miles
    Test number
    668623214237
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass134,514 miles (+4,394)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,514 miles
    Test number
    194514783806
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass130,120 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,120 miles
    Test number
    232074056568
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail130,120 miles (+6,929)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,120 miles
    Test number
    433880531627
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working bulb has melted the holder (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Pass123,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,191 miles
    Test number
    873165443036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,191 miles (+7,237)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,191 miles
    Test number
    428852169443
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Pass115,954 miles (+6,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,954 miles
    Test number
    966410606039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass109,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,398 miles
    Test number
    128383246380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,398 miles (+5,103)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,398 miles
    Test number
    381646935984
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass104,295 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,295 miles
    Test number
    954122193451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,292 miles (+7,160)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    651585357779
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  12. Pass97,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,132 miles
    Test number
    582532650901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,132 miles (+9,748)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,132 miles
    Test number
    831900452574
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass87,384 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,384 miles
    Test number
    887139361585
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail87,383 miles (+11,528)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,383 miles
    Test number
    675494387825
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass75,855 miles (+10,445)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,855 miles
    Test number
    407953457042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,410 miles
    Test number
    683367188079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail65,410 miles (+8,136)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,410 miles
    Test number
    247454155137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass57,274 miles (+17,575)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,274 miles
    Test number
    697436134799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,699 miles (+9,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,699 miles
    Test number
    905875523211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,178 miles (+10,168)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    30,178 miles
    Test number
    325158542483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,010 miles
    Test number
    947081081196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,010 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,010 miles
    Test number
    538990881155
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LO08 FSJ

Does LO08 FSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FSJ is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FSJ?
The MOT on LO08 FSJ is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FSJ done?
LO08 FSJ was recorded at 138,487 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 7,857 miles a year.
Has LO08 FSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FSJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 FSJ 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 FSJ find?
LO08 FSJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall.

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