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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LR08 HNZMOT history

LR08 HNZ is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 171,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LR08 HNZ silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
171,610 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HNZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HNZ was last recorded at 171,610 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 13,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,995 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,615 miles
Average per year
8,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,610 miles
  • 2025 – 157,995 miles
  • 2024 – 150,612 miles
  • 2023 – 144,956 miles
  • 2022 – 139,432 miles
  • 2021 – 135,453 miles
  • 2020 – 131,614 miles
  • 2019 – 122,642 miles
  • 2018 – 109,643 miles
  • 2017 – 98,331 miles
  • 2016 – 88,274 miles
  • 2015 – 78,368 miles
  • 2014 – 72,709 miles
  • 2013 – 64,744 miles
  • 2012 – 55,029 miles
  • 2011 – 44,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,610 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,610 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    171,610 miles
    Test number
    160455299227
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail171,610 miles (+13,615)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,610 miles
    Test number
    301572291750
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,995 miles (+304)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    698890458474
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail157,691 miles (+7,079)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,691 miles
    Test number
    948028637287
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn rear axle control arm bush body end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush on arm. Arm is also very corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass150,612 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    150,612 miles
    Test number
    599888124961
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail150,612 miles (+5,656)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,612 miles
    Test number
    603750442445
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,956 miles (+5,524)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,956 miles
    Test number
    433473930532
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass139,432 miles (+3,979)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,432 miles
    Test number
    508521615355
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion to suspension components etc
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all testable items

  9. Pass135,453 miles (+3,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,453 miles
    Test number
    232887523518
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass131,614 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,614 miles
    Test number
    880631970262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low on inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.62mm NEW asap (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail131,544 miles (+8,902)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,544 miles
    Test number
    903105185260
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low on inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.62mm NEW asap (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass122,642 miles (+12,999)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,642 miles
    Test number
    904920396884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushs worn and starting to split
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and weak

  13. Pass109,643 miles (+11,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,643 miles
    Test number
    546143551709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass98,331 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,331 miles
    Test number
    531107244825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,320 miles (+10,046)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,320 miles
    Test number
    488847129205
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass88,274 miles (+9,906)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,274 miles
    Test number
    927019078027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,368 miles
    Test number
    606831945143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,368 miles (+5,659)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,368 miles
    Test number
    896390145153
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass72,709 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    247952144190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,706 miles (+7,962)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,706 miles
    Test number
    129781544146
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass64,744 miles (+9,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,744 miles
    Test number
    885280953198
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass55,029 miles (+10,543)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    225442442478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,486 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,486 miles
    Test number
    146094141190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,277 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,277 miles
    Test number
    287619231443
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 HNZ

Does LR08 HNZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HNZ is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HNZ?
The MOT on LR08 HNZ is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HNZ done?
LR08 HNZ was recorded at 171,610 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,277 miles a year.
Has LR08 HNZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HNZ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 HNZ 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 LR08 HNZ find?
LR08 HNZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, and 4 more.

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