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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LP08 RCUMOT history

LP08 RCU is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 168,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

LP08 RCU blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2025
Mileage
168,759 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 RCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 RCU was last recorded at 168,759 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 4,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,103 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,656 miles
Average per year
7,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,759 miles
  • 2023 – 164,103 miles
  • 2022 – 154,428 miles
  • 2021 – 147,068 miles
  • 2020 – 140,552 miles
  • 2019 – 134,021 miles
  • 2018 – 126,866 miles
  • 2017 – 118,930 miles
  • 2016 – 107,961 miles
  • 2014 – 105,191 miles
  • 2013 – 92,484 miles
  • 2012 – 74,136 miles
  • 2011 – 64,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,759 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,759 miles (+4,656)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    168,759 miles
    Test number
    507633455600
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass164,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    164,103 miles
    Test number
    846071714831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail164,087 miles (+9,659)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,087 miles
    Test number
    720346766425
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass154,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,428 miles
    Test number
    744110102231
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail154,428 miles (+7,360)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,428 miles
    Test number
    263928666170
    • MajorExhaust system insecure flexi pipe hangers broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass147,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    147,068 miles
    Test number
    771114833023
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail147,068 miles (+6,516)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,068 miles
    Test number
    170625176122
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Pass140,552 miles (+6,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,552 miles
    Test number
    376027735901
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    134,021 miles
    Test number
    385404525581
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail134,021 miles (+7,155)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,021 miles
    Test number
    606581808226
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,866 miles (+7,936)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,866 miles
    Test number
    796803106189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,930 miles (+10,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,930 miles
    Test number
    415407795844
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also perishing on outer edge. (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass107,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,961 miles
    Test number
    953819334162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,961 miles (+2,770)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,961 miles
    Test number
    581503040648
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail105,191 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,191 miles
    Test number
    778567224264
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass105,191 miles (+12,707)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,191 miles
    Test number
    837507824220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,484 miles (+18,348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    949677823261
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked between treads on 3mm

  18. Pass74,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,136 miles
    Test number
    578239922230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,136 miles (+9,578)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,136 miles
    Test number
    198709222277
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass64,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    64,558 miles
    Test number
    349431721462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP08 RCU

Does LP08 RCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 RCU expired on 8 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 RCU?
The MOT on LP08 RCU expired on 8 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 RCU done?
LP08 RCU was recorded at 168,759 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 7,962 miles a year.
Has LP08 RCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 RCU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 RCU 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 LP08 RCU find?
LP08 RCU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front coil spring corroded; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills, and 2 more.

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