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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LS08 TFFMOT history

LS08 TFF is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,624 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

LS08 TFF blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2026
Mileage
130,624 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 TFF
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
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 TFF was last recorded at 130,624 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,624 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,624 miles
  • 2024 – 113,158 miles
  • 2023 – 96,614 miles
  • 2022 – 83,711 miles
  • 2021 – 68,446 miles
  • 2020 – 59,485 miles
  • 2019 – 56,792 miles
  • 2018 – 55,698 miles
  • 2017 – 53,913 miles
  • 2016 – 51,001 miles
  • 2015 – 46,968 miles
  • 2014 – 42,057 miles
  • 2013 – 37,625 miles
  • 2012 – 32,686 miles
  • 2011 – 26,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,624 miles
  • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,624 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    130,624 miles
    Test number
    995430401335
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail130,624 miles (+9)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,624 miles
    Test number
    817035695448
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail130,615 miles (+17,457)8 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,615 miles
    Test number
    212446356975
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Leaking (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Nail in tyre puncture (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper shock bush / bearing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Child seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexi hose outer sleeves split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass113,158 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    268198050153
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Advise NEAR FAIL (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush NEAR FAIL (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush NEAR FAIL (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Advise both rear flexi hose outer sleeves split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail113,158 miles (+16,544)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    172229806225
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre cracking / perishing flat spots bulge out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Advise x1 not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Advise NEAR FAIL (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush NEAR FAIL (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush NEAR FAIL (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise tyre perishing / cracking shoulder wear low tread NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Advise both rear flexi hose outer sleeves split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass96,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,614 miles
    Test number
    665529857285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail96,611 miles (+12,900)4 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,611 miles
    Test number
    187241582712
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,711 miles (+15,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,711 miles
    Test number
    725028183756
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Advise both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Advise both front upper shock mounting bush/bearing (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass68,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,446 miles
    Test number
    238638465115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,446 miles (+8,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,446 miles
    Test number
    290707749946
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    331204135509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,485 miles (+2,693)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    895077171753
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass56,792 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,792 miles
    Test number
    382767534391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail56,792 miles (+1,094)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,792 miles
    Test number
    302042429826
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass55,698 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,698 miles
    Test number
    797560936833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,913 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    458152609974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,001 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,001 miles
    Test number
    457794603229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,968 miles (+4,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,968 miles
    Test number
    379492045021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,057 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,057 miles
    Test number
    846023144048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,625 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,625 miles
    Test number
    915436053028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,686 miles (+5,939)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,686 miles
    Test number
    888286962034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,747 miles
    Test number
    856481961028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,747 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,747 miles
    Test number
    345381161084
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LS08 TFF

Does LS08 TFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 TFF expired on 29 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 TFF?
The MOT on LS08 TFF expired on 29 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 TFF done?
LS08 TFF was recorded at 130,624 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 7,382 miles a year.
Has LS08 TFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 TFF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS08 TFF 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 TFF find?
LS08 TFF passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: front all direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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