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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LS08 TGVMOT history

LS08 TGV is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LS08 TGV grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,528 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 TGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 TGV was last recorded at 76,528 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 2,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,625 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,903 miles
Average per year
4,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,528 miles
  • 2025 – 73,625 miles
  • 2024 – 73,478 miles
  • 2023 – 72,720 miles
  • 2022 – 70,877 miles
  • 2021 – 68,892 miles
  • 2020 – 64,860 miles
  • 2019 – 56,393 miles
  • 2018 – 49,524 miles
  • 2017 – 44,523 miles
  • 2016 – 40,156 miles
  • 2015 – 33,588 miles
  • 2014 – 28,464 miles
  • 2013 – 24,377 miles
  • 2012 – 18,612 miles
  • 2011 – 12,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,528 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass76,528 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    699340524602
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  2. Fail76,528 miles (+2,903)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    842689090420
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  3. Pass73,625 miles (+147)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,625 miles
    Test number
    929229780651
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust sheild loose but not likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass73,478 miles (+758)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,478 miles
    Test number
    672884387429
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

  5. Pass72,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,720 miles
    Test number
    192107013084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail72,720 miles (+1,843)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,720 miles
    Test number
    295156582834
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,877 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    934906357730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,892 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,892 miles
    Test number
    326527405710
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail68,892 miles (+4,032)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,892 miles
    Test number
    465084513790
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass64,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,860 miles
    Test number
    721306841572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,860 miles (+8,467)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,860 miles
    Test number
    583839447405
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass56,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,393 miles
    Test number
    418372535336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,393 miles (+6,869)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,393 miles
    Test number
    775000015421
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass49,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    330572448589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,524 miles (+5,001)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    194400857257
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass44,523 miles (+4,367)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,523 miles
    Test number
    327928216752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,156 miles (+6,568)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,156 miles
    Test number
    987343542883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,588 miles (+5,124)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    33,588 miles
    Test number
    129829815492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,464 miles
    Test number
    168491424492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,464 miles (+4,087)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,464 miles
    Test number
    336111124091
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass24,377 miles (+5,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    24,377 miles
    Test number
    685950363027
    • 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)

  22. Pass18,612 miles (+5,759)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,612 miles
    Test number
    149819452467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    12,853 miles
    Test number
    267720881089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 TGV

Does LS08 TGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 TGV is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 TGV?
The MOT on LS08 TGV is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 TGV done?
LS08 TGV was recorded at 76,528 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 4,163 miles a year.
Has LS08 TGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 TGV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 TGV 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 TGV find?
LS08 TGV passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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