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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,521 cc

LS08 FGXMOT history

LS08 FGX is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 56,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

LS08 FGX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2023
Mileage
56,350 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 FGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 FGX was last recorded at 56,350 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 4,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,521 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,829 miles
Average per year
3,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 56,350 miles
  • 2021 – 51,521 miles
  • 2020 – 45,167 miles
  • 2019 – 41,608 miles
  • 2018 – 38,661 miles
  • 2017 – 35,706 miles
  • 2016 – 32,646 miles
  • 2015 – 29,298 miles
  • 2014 – 26,464 miles
  • 2013 – 22,395 miles
  • 2012 – 19,229 miles
  • 2011 – 17,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,350 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,350 miles (+4,829)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    56,350 miles
    Test number
    435595610105
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass51,521 miles (+6,354)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    51,521 miles
    Test number
    975176587278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,167 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    45,167 miles
    Test number
    770552193362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,608 miles (+2,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,608 miles
    Test number
    806433811475
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass38,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,661 miles
    Test number
    446840893774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail38,661 miles (+2,955)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,661 miles
    Test number
    708877711312
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  7. Pass35,706 miles (+3,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    128712233830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge and 3 mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge and 3.6 mm
  8. Pass32,646 miles (+3,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,646 miles
    Test number
    189734784786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass29,298 miles (+2,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,298 miles
    Test number
    799084095063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass26,464 miles (+140)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,464 miles
    Test number
    539510704169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery light on
  11. Fail26,324 miles (+3,929)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,324 miles
    Test number
    856544674021
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBattery light staying on
  12. Pass22,395 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,395 miles
    Test number
    936922783047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,229 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,229 miles
    Test number
    117771292098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,051 miles
    Test number
    407085981028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 FGX

Does LS08 FGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 FGX expired on 26 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 FGX?
The MOT on LS08 FGX expired on 26 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 FGX done?
LS08 FGX was recorded at 56,350 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 3,586 miles a year.
Has LS08 FGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 FGX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LS08 FGX 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 LS08 FGX find?
LS08 FGX passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill, and 4 more.

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