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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LP08 ZSLMOT history

LP08 ZSL is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 15 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2024.

LP08 ZSL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
97,630 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 ZSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 ZSL was last recorded at 97,630 miles on 18 Dec 2024, 1,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
95,689 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,941 miles
Average per year
5,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,630 miles
  • 2023 – 95,689 miles
  • 2022 – 92,612 miles
  • 2021 – 89,493 miles
  • 2020 – 85,578 miles
  • 2019 – 81,695 miles
  • 2018 – 76,649 miles
  • 2017 – 70,985 miles
  • 2016 – 61,549 miles
  • 2015 – 52,669 miles
  • 2014 – 49,067 miles
  • 2013 – 44,676 miles
  • 2012 – 37,968 miles
  • 2011 – 28,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,630 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,630 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,630 miles
    Test number
    569032540305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail97,630 miles (+1,941)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,630 miles
    Test number
    437764554919
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,689 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,689 miles
    Test number
    361839440189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,612 miles (+3,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    302073837333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,493 miles (+3,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    952429818936
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  6. Pass85,578 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,578 miles
    Test number
    154874474570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,695 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,695 miles
    Test number
    126333231398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,649 miles (+5,664)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,649 miles
    Test number
    137484877777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,985 miles (+737)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,985 miles
    Test number
    548029354554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,248 miles (+8,699)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    438300486985
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front low arms,rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPossible exhaust gas leak in turbocharger area
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  11. Pass61,549 miles (+8,880)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,549 miles
    Test number
    919183690358
    • AdvisoryAir freshener removed from mirror - obscuring the view of the road
    • AdvisoryChild seats preventing inspection of rear seatbelts
    • AdvisoryEngine and under tray covers fitted preventing visual inspection of vehicle components
    • AdvisoryGearbox and under tray cover covered in oil / fuel

  12. Pass52,669 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,669 miles
    Test number
    219499945424
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront suspension arms rear bushes worn

  13. Fail52,669 miles (+3,602)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,669 miles
    Test number
    747009445138
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront suspension arms rear bushes worn

  14. Pass49,067 miles (+4,391)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,067 miles
    Test number
    629194104284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass44,676 miles (+6,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,676 miles
    Test number
    418041213280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass37,968 miles (+9,627)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,968 miles
    Test number
    357588312420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,341 miles
    Test number
    719576601255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 ZSL

Does LP08 ZSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 ZSL expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 ZSL?
The MOT on LP08 ZSL expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 ZSL done?
LP08 ZSL was recorded at 97,630 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2024, an average of 5,170 miles a year.
Has LP08 ZSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 ZSL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 ZSL 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 ZSL find?
LP08 ZSL passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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