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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LO08 VADMOT history

LO08 VAD is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LO08 VAD grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,888 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 VAD
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
21 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 VAD was last recorded at 138,888 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 12,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,445 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,443 miles
Average per year
8,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,888 miles
  • 2025 – 126,445 miles
  • 2024 – 88,092 miles
  • 2022 – 70,711 miles
  • 2021 – 60,853 miles
  • 2020 – 50,199 miles
  • 2019 – 45,719 miles
  • 2018 – 44,032 miles
  • 2017 – 42,314 miles
  • 2016 – 40,780 miles
  • 2015 – 38,975 miles
  • 2014 – 37,532 miles
  • 2013 – 22,658 miles
  • 2012 – 14,301 miles
  • 2011 – 12,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,888 miles
    Test number
    599558280438
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail138,888 miles (+12,443)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,888 miles
    Test number
    560085390952
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,445 miles (+23)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,445 miles
    Test number
    636504459617
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,422 miles (+38,330)8 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,422 miles
    Test number
    565557405536
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,092 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,092 miles
    Test number
    962339676474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail87,787 miles (+17,076)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    713840823028
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass70,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    265771942465
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail70,711 miles (+9,858)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    734633836836
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both side (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass60,853 miles (+10,654)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,853 miles
    Test number
    685830463766
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass50,199 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,199 miles
    Test number
    956737978953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,719 miles (+1,687)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,719 miles
    Test number
    161948957354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,032 miles (+1,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,032 miles
    Test number
    385584031861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass42,314 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,314 miles
    Test number
    394675218591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,780 miles
    Test number
    905224788395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,780 miles (+1,805)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,780 miles
    Test number
    347140441198
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

  16. Pass38,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,975 miles
    Test number
    805046944167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,975 miles (+1,443)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,975 miles
    Test number
    361187551647
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass37,532 miles (+6,386)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    885107444388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,146 miles (+8,488)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,146 miles
    Test number
    797217404012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,658 miles (+8,357)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    22,658 miles
    Test number
    106271933091
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass14,301 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,301 miles
    Test number
    397345462098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    12,320 miles
    Test number
    797850521200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 VAD

Does LO08 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 VAD is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 VAD?
The MOT on LO08 VAD is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 VAD done?
LO08 VAD was recorded at 138,888 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,677 miles a year.
Has LO08 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 VAD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 VAD 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 VAD find?
LO08 VAD passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear.

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