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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 VGPMOT history

LR08 VGP is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LR08 VGP red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,817 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VGP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VGP was last recorded at 84,817 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,976 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,841 miles
Average per year
4,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,817 miles
  • 2025 – 82,976 miles
  • 2024 – 80,486 miles
  • 2023 – 78,944 miles
  • 2022 – 76,360 miles
  • 2021 – 71,670 miles
  • 2020 – 67,274 miles
  • 2019 – 62,058 miles
  • 2018 – 55,014 miles
  • 2017 – 48,632 miles
  • 2016 – 43,941 miles
  • 2015 – 36,646 miles
  • 2014 – 30,098 miles
  • 2013 – 24,504 miles
  • 2012 – 19,488 miles
  • 2011 – 14,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,817 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective hanger at front sub-frame is not attached (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,817 miles (+1,841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,817 miles
    Test number
    335412336121
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective hanger at front sub-frame is not attached (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass82,976 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,976 miles
    Test number
    181131209789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail82,906 miles (+2,420)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,906 miles
    Test number
    995967309159
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,486 miles (+1,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,486 miles
    Test number
    278669750835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,944 miles
    Test number
    247620317048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail78,944 miles (+2,584)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,944 miles
    Test number
    330192595421
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass76,360 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,360 miles
    Test number
    101909283393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,670 miles
    Test number
    969507984117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,670 miles (+4,396)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,670 miles
    Test number
    138349515126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,274 miles
    Test number
    445591007627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail67,272 miles (+5,214)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,272 miles
    Test number
    230247935890
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,058 miles (+7,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,058 miles
    Test number
    785884880938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass55,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,014 miles
    Test number
    354314622073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  14. Fail55,014 miles (+6,382)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,014 miles
    Test number
    804303958512
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  15. Pass48,632 miles (+4,691)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    380939355111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,941 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    756610248294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,646 miles (+6,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,646 miles
    Test number
    169760339402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,098 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,098 miles
    Test number
    356482254449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,504 miles (+5,016)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    457933853229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,488 miles (+5,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,488 miles
    Test number
    158014752252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass14,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,035 miles
    Test number
    277010381001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VGP

Does LR08 VGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VGP is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VGP?
The MOT on LR08 VGP is valid until 22 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 VGP done?
LR08 VGP was recorded at 84,817 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,698 miles a year.
Has LR08 VGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VGP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 VGP 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 VGP find?
LR08 VGP passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust mounting defective hanger at front sub-frame is not attached; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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