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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 VMEMOT history

LR08 VME is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2025.

LR08 VME blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
111,335 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VME was last recorded at 111,335 miles on 25 Jun 2025, 4,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,188 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
4,147 miles
Average per year
6,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,335 miles
  • 2024 – 107,188 miles
  • 2023 – 104,007 miles
  • 2022 – 100,112 miles
  • 2021 – 95,789 miles
  • 2020 – 92,825 miles
  • 2019 – 76,601 miles
  • 2018 – 72,989 miles
  • 2017 – 66,064 miles
  • 2016 – 57,376 miles
  • 2015 – 48,335 miles
  • 2014 – 39,397 miles
  • 2013 – 32,219 miles
  • 2012 – 20,789 miles
  • 2011 – 13,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,335 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,335 miles
    Test number
    946927901461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail111,335 miles (+4,147)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,335 miles
    Test number
    109605280607
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass107,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,188 miles
    Test number
    541956902603
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail107,188 miles (+3,181)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,188 miles
    Test number
    397522721066
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass104,007 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,007 miles
    Test number
    300311389583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    479639561475
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail100,112 miles (+4,323)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    979353331243
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass95,789 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,789 miles
    Test number
    751189125405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail95,789 miles (+2,964)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,789 miles
    Test number
    747792677987
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass92,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,825 miles
    Test number
    733186397612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,825 miles (+16,224)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,825 miles
    Test number
    528320868688
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass76,601 miles (+3,612)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,601 miles
    Test number
    780498509680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,989 miles
    Test number
    300049177263
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail72,989 miles (+6,925)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,989 miles
    Test number
    562528384971
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass66,064 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,064 miles
    Test number
    788776614000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin signs of imbalance in front brakes 25% (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on milit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail66,064 miles (+8,688)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,064 miles
    Test number
    406180068212
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin signs of imbalance in front brakes 25% (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on milit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass57,376 miles (+9,041)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    415371222128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,335 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,335 miles
    Test number
    145278705234
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail48,335 miles (+8,938)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,335 miles
    Test number
    357668005475
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass39,397 miles (+7,178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,397 miles
    Test number
    186401314208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,219 miles
    Test number
    157457903209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail32,219 miles (+11,430)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,219 miles
    Test number
    567557503254
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail20,789 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,789 miles
    Test number
    297431822482
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  24. Pass20,789 miles (+7,034)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,789 miles
    Test number
    947401222184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,755 miles
    Test number
    719049201162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VME

Does LR08 VME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VME expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VME?
The MOT on LR08 VME expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VME done?
LR08 VME was recorded at 111,335 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2025, an average of 6,879 miles a year.
Has LR08 VME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VME has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 VME 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 VME find?
LR08 VME passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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