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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,997 cc

LR08 LFFMOT history

LR08 LFF is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

LR08 LFF blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
141,949 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 LFF was last recorded at 141,949 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 5,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,836 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5,113 miles
Average per year
7,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,949 miles
  • 2023 – 136,836 miles
  • 2022 – 130,006 miles
  • 2021 – 121,516 miles
  • 2020 – 114,976 miles
  • 2019 – 112,722 miles
  • 2018 – 105,535 miles
  • 2017 – 95,830 miles
  • 2016 – 78,055 miles
  • 2015 – 68,970 miles
  • 2014 – 65,197 miles
  • 2013 – 62,182 miles
  • 2012 – 48,074 miles
  • 2011 – 34,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,949 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,949 miles (+5,113)1 dangerous10 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,949 miles
    Test number
    190205216097
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  2. Pass136,836 miles (+342)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    136,836 miles
    Test number
    850105364958
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail136,494 miles (+6,488)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,494 miles
    Test number
    180075789618
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass130,006 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    130,006 miles
    Test number
    645692213075
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail130,006 miles (+8,490)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,006 miles
    Test number
    170998667476
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass121,516 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,516 miles
    Test number
    427823081209
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail121,516 miles (+6,540)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,516 miles
    Test number
    916695636984
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass114,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,976 miles
    Test number
    724102675084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,976 miles (+2,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,976 miles
    Test number
    896564549459
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass112,722 miles (+7,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    112,722 miles
    Test number
    697123426116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,535 miles
    Test number
    447814369934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,535 miles (+9,705)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,535 miles
    Test number
    192644697473
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass95,830 miles (+17,775)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,830 miles
    Test number
    552712595722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,055 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,055 miles
    Test number
    343709991148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,970 miles (+3,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,970 miles
    Test number
    365156735160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass65,197 miles (+3,015)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,197 miles
    Test number
    429854714143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,182 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    437337013188
    • NoteNearside front drive shaft gaiter leaking .Split?

  18. Fail62,182 miles (+14,108)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    228577413432
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front drive shaft gaiter leaking .Split?

  19. Pass48,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    277119312175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,074 miles (+13,724)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    586499012114
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass34,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,350 miles
    Test number
    435224031161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 LFF

Does LR08 LFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 LFF expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LFF?
The MOT on LR08 LFF expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 LFF done?
LR08 LFF was recorded at 141,949 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 7,871 miles a year.
Has LR08 LFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LFF has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 LFF 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 LFF find?
LR08 LFF failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; nearside front position lamp not working, and 14 more.

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