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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 LFLMOT history

LR08 LFL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 148,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2024.

LR08 LFL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2025
Mileage
148,590 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 LFL was last recorded at 148,590 miles on 8 Aug 2024, 9,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,091 miles · 8 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
9,499 miles
Average per year
8,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,590 miles
  • 2023 – 139,091 miles
  • 2022 – 129,972 miles
  • 2021 – 120,723 miles
  • 2020 – 114,868 miles
  • 2019 – 108,604 miles
  • 2018 – 102,107 miles
  • 2017 – 96,513 miles
  • 2016 – 93,372 miles
  • 2015 – 83,775 miles
  • 2014 – 73,342 miles
  • 2013 – 63,430 miles
  • 2012 – 52,626 miles
  • 2011 – 43,117 miles
  • 2010 – 34,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,590 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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.

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,590 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    148,590 miles
    Test number
    822167949224
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail148,584 miles (+9,493)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,584 miles
    Test number
    678300080929
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,091 miles (+9,119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,091 miles
    Test number
    413406483955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing / o/s/r tyre 3mm / rear heat shield loose / both front coil springs corroding / corrosion on rear suspension units
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers fitted

  4. Pass129,972 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,972 miles
    Test number
    884388472743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,723 miles
    Test number
    304744917308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,723 miles (+5,855)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,723 miles
    Test number
    204397183674
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass114,868 miles (+6,264)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,868 miles
    Test number
    488611700850
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass108,604 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,604 miles
    Test number
    286296854055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,107 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,107 miles
    Test number
    811678666056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,513 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,513 miles
    Test number
    510974812580
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear fog lamp slight cracked

  11. Pass93,372 miles (+9,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    93,372 miles
    Test number
    966719616621
    • AdvisoryCovers over testable items

  12. Pass83,775 miles (+10,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,775 miles
    Test number
    123894329391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass73,342 miles (+9,912)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    427908134439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass63,430 miles (+10,804)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,430 miles
    Test number
    937308533393
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass52,626 miles (+9,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,626 miles
    Test number
    199612742333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass43,117 miles (+8,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    43,117 miles
    Test number
    445322341370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass34,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,646 miles
    Test number
    430095260454
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR08 LFL

Does LR08 LFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 LFL expired on 10 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LFL?
The MOT on LR08 LFL expired on 10 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 LFL done?
LR08 LFL was recorded at 148,590 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2024, an average of 8,376 miles a year.
Has LR08 LFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LFL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 LFL 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 LFL find?
LR08 LFL passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear position lamp incorrect colour; offside rear position lamp incorrect colour; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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