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Ford Focus

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LR08 USZMOT history

LR08 USZ is a red diesel Ford Focus first used on 10 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 258,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LR08 USZ red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
258,316 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
13,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 USZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 USZ was last recorded at 258,316 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 4,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,060 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,256 miles
Average per year
13,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 258,316 miles
  • 2025 – 254,060 miles
  • 2024 – 243,487 miles
  • 2023 – 234,797 miles
  • 2022 – 221,472 miles
  • 2021 – 207,752 miles
  • 2020 – 194,779 miles
  • 2019 – 181,603 miles
  • 2018 – 168,972 miles
  • 2017 – 157,695 miles
  • 2016 – 143,041 miles
  • 2015 – 127,017 miles
  • 2014 – 109,992 miles
  • 2013 – 91,366 miles
  • 2012 – 72,207 miles
  • 2011 – 55,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,316 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre is cracked and perished 6 years old

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear exhaust silencer is corroded and holed on the outer skin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front axle is fitted with 205/55/16 tyres and the rear axle is fitted with 195/55/16 tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass258,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    258,316 miles
    Test number
    410258215279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail258,316 miles (+4,256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,316 miles
    Test number
    214545105928
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (5.2.3 (i))

  3. Pass254,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    254,060 miles
    Test number
    448186980420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail254,060 miles (+10,573)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,060 miles
    Test number
    959492074977
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  5. Pass243,487 miles (+8,690)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    243,487 miles
    Test number
    872484258475
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass234,797 miles (+13,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    234,797 miles
    Test number
    304028024223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass221,472 miles (+13,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    221,472 miles
    Test number
    154733403662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass207,752 miles (+12,973)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    207,752 miles
    Test number
    244922133884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass194,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    194,779 miles
    Test number
    262646560645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail194,779 miles (+13,176)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,779 miles
    Test number
    654236994985
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass181,603 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,603 miles
    Test number
    879897156859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail181,459 miles (+12,487)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,459 miles
    Test number
    302844084900
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass168,972 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    168,972 miles
    Test number
    499230444694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail168,775 miles (+11,080)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,775 miles
    Test number
    981171723148
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass157,695 miles (+45)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    157,695 miles
    Test number
    130894940484
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracked and perished 6 years old
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded and holed on the outer skin
    • AdvisoryFront axle is fitted with 205/55/16 tyres and the rear axle is fitted with 195/55/16 tyres
    • AdvisoryPresenter is advised NOT to paint front and rear suspension componants&subframes as may result in refusal to test or failure,tester needs to see what he/she is testing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shelid insecure

  16. Fail157,650 miles (+14,609)2 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,650 miles
    Test number
    998845432651
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short chaffing/rubbing on spring! (1.9.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short rubbing chaffing spring! (1.9.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracked and perished 6 years old
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded and holed on the outer skin
    • AdvisoryFront axle is fitted with 205/55/16 tyres and the rear axle is fitted with 195/55/16 tyres
    • AdvisoryPresenter is advised NOT to paint front and rear suspension componants&subframes as may result in refusal to test or failure,tester needs to see what he/she is testing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shelid insecure

  17. Pass143,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    143,041 miles
    Test number
    618615506697
    • AdvisoryRear seat covers removed to gain access to seat belt's

  18. Fail143,041 miles (+16,024)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,041 miles
    Test number
    828671633413
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear seat covers removed to gain access to seat belt's

  19. Pass127,017 miles (+172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    127,017 miles
    Test number
    369817895015
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail126,845 miles (+16,853)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,845 miles
    Test number
    859284595041
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail109,992 miles4 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,992 miles
    Test number
    848459494078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil/fluid residue on fuel filler neck/hose
    • NoteSigns of slight fluid on engine injectors
    • NoteWiring under vehicle cable tied to offside front suspension component running back and along rear suspension

  22. Pass109,992 miles (+18,626)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,992 miles
    Test number
    909179194010
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil/fluid residue on fuel filler neck/hose
    • NoteSigns of slight fluid on engine injectors
    • NoteWiring under vehicle cable tied to offside front suspension component running back and along rear suspension

  23. Fail91,366 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,366 miles
    Test number
    118027483048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note205 50 zr 16 87 w

  24. Pass91,366 miles (+19,159)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,366 miles
    Test number
    257057483045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note205 50 zr 16 87 w

  25. Pass72,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,207 miles
    Test number
    737187372052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,207 miles (+16,902)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,207 miles
    Test number
    876537672041
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  27. Pass55,305 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,305 miles
    Test number
    537244681011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 USZ

Does LR08 USZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 USZ is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 USZ?
The MOT on LR08 USZ is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 USZ done?
LR08 USZ was recorded at 258,316 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 13,496 miles a year.
Has LR08 USZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 USZ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 USZ 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 USZ find?
LR08 USZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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