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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LR08 VLNMOT history

LR08 VLN is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 7 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

LR08 VLN grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2022
Mileage
105,272 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VLN was last recorded at 105,272 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,264 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
7,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 105,272 miles
  • 2020 – 93,619 miles
  • 2019 – 82,825 miles
  • 2018 – 77,513 miles
  • 2017 – 71,889 miles
  • 2016 – 63,377 miles
  • 2015 – 57,412 miles
  • 2014 – 50,658 miles
  • 2013 – 41,941 miles
  • 2012 – 33,933 miles
  • 2011 – 24,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,272 miles

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,272 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,272 miles
    Test number
    211881945883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,264 miles (+11,645)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,264 miles
    Test number
    523464573078
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,619 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    506119853079
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail93,619 miles (+10,794)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    586883044309
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass82,825 miles (+194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,825 miles
    Test number
    290568999092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail82,631 miles (+5,118)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,631 miles
    Test number
    536531275384
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass77,513 miles (+5,624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    829137371344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass71,889 miles (+8,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,889 miles
    Test number
    662243335181
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass63,377 miles (+5,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,377 miles
    Test number
    551248666500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass57,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,412 miles
    Test number
    875604035138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail57,403 miles (+6,745)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    317034135186
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass50,658 miles (+8,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    275045934155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  13. Pass41,941 miles (+8,008)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,941 miles
    Test number
    225446133136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,933 miles (+9,200)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,933 miles
    Test number
    308365742174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass24,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,733 miles
    Test number
    759765271056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,732 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,732 miles
    Test number
    179115971078
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LR08 VLN

Does LR08 VLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VLN expired on 11 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VLN?
The MOT on LR08 VLN expired on 11 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VLN done?
LR08 VLN was recorded at 105,272 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 7,502 miles a year.
Has LR08 VLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VLN has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 VLN 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 VLN find?
LR08 VLN passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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