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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LP08 VRLMOT history

LP08 VRL is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

LP08 VRL grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,486 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 VRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 VRL was last recorded at 103,486 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 5,799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,687 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,799 miles
Average per year
4,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,486 miles
  • 2025 – 97,687 miles
  • 2024 – 94,020 miles
  • 2023 – 91,469 miles
  • 2022 – 87,523 miles
  • 2021 – 84,372 miles
  • 2020 – 79,521 miles
  • 2019 – 74,953 miles
  • 2017 – 69,657 miles
  • 2015 – 63,068 miles
  • 2014 – 59,567 miles
  • 2012 – 55,649 miles
  • 2011 – 36,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,486 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front wipers slightly smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,486 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,486 miles
    Test number
    673254753437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,486 miles (+5,799)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,486 miles
    Test number
    918041041363
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,687 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,687 miles
    Test number
    247445250904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail97,684 miles (+3,664)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,684 miles
    Test number
    163683861624
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass94,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,020 miles
    Test number
    973216967387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail94,020 miles (+2,551)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,020 miles
    Test number
    172030834552
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,469 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,469 miles
    Test number
    971560927341
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail91,468 miles (+3,945)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,468 miles
    Test number
    947044733676
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass87,523 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    485991090575
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread few cracks (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail87,523 miles (+3,151)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    458178023961
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working on obligatory mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread few cracks (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass84,372 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,372 miles
    Test number
    315606712270
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box heat shield insecure but not causing a risk.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted, not allowing inspection on some components.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail84,370 miles (+4,849)2 dangerous2 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    895417632087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box heat shield insecure but not causing a risk.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted, not allowing inspection on some components.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass79,521 miles (+4,568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,521 miles
    Test number
    692690078919
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass74,953 miles (+5,296)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,953 miles
    Test number
    502363469710
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass69,657 miles (+6,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    200457862457
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST WEAK

  16. Pass63,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    576352095002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail63,068 miles (+3,501)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    198342995468
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass59,567 miles (+3,918)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,567 miles
    Test number
    748731624000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,649 miles (+8,098)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    896852542360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,551 miles (+10,858)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    579143142105
    • NoteCentre exhaust box begining to corroded
    • NoteSlight hand brake travel

  21. Pass36,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,693 miles
    Test number
    585493551197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 VRL

Does LP08 VRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 VRL is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 VRL?
The MOT on LP08 VRL is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 VRL done?
LP08 VRL was recorded at 103,486 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 4,430 miles a year.
Has LP08 VRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 VRL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 VRL 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 VRL find?
LP08 VRL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s.

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