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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LO08 FUJMOT history

LO08 FUJ is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2024.

LO08 FUJ black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2025
Mileage
91,936 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FUJ was last recorded at 91,936 miles on 24 Oct 2024, 18,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2013: 27,504 miles, lower than 234,021 miles on 28 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,859 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
18,077 miles
Average per year
5,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,936 miles
  • 2023 – 73,859 miles
  • 2021 – 60,614 miles
  • 2020 – 53,310 miles
  • 2019 – 48,695 miles
  • 2018 – 44,854 miles
  • 2017 – 40,052 miles
  • 2015 – 34,643 miles
  • 2014 – 31,182 miles
  • 2013 – 27,504 miles
  • 2012 – 234,021 miles
  • 2011 – 18,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,936 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,936 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,936 miles
    Test number
    254858022774
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail91,936 miles (+18,077)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,936 miles
    Test number
    383923440813
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass73,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    855700380318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,859 miles (+7,125)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    558130445320
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass66,734 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    66,734 miles
    Test number
    873121097581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,733 miles (+7)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,733 miles
    Test number
    312224702238
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail66,726 miles (+6,112)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,726 miles
    Test number
    748091951424
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass60,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,614 miles
    Test number
    907700667107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail60,614 miles (+4,595)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,614 miles
    Test number
    502038116651
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass56,019 miles (+2,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,019 miles
    Test number
    280800921600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass53,310 miles (+4,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,310 miles
    Test number
    363999712818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass48,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,695 miles
    Test number
    970992310842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail48,695 miles (+3,841)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,695 miles
    Test number
    304938927270
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass44,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,854 miles
    Test number
    441461754385
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  15. Fail44,854 miles (+4,802)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,854 miles
    Test number
    202472130793
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  16. Pass40,052 miles (+5,409)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,052 miles
    Test number
    710563080491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,643 miles (+3,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,643 miles
    Test number
    291631467030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass31,182 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,182 miles
    Test number
    995025064286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,504 miles (-206,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,504 miles
    Test number
    495502953299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass234,021 miles (+215,029)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    234,021 miles
    Test number
    115860012240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,992 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,992 miles
    Test number
    256179601212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,905 miles
    Test number
    325771551185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail17,905 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,905 miles
    Test number
    656651851197
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LO08 FUJ

Does LO08 FUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 FUJ expired on 15 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FUJ?
The MOT on LO08 FUJ expired on 15 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 FUJ done?
LO08 FUJ was recorded at 91,936 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2024, an average of 5,524 miles a year.
Has LO08 FUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FUJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 FUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LO08 FUJ find?
LO08 FUJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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