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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LX08 VMFMOT history

LX08 VMF is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

LX08 VMF silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,660 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 VMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 VMF was last recorded at 120,660 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 7,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,395 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,265 miles
Average per year
6,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,660 miles
  • 2024 – 113,395 miles
  • 2023 – 106,079 miles
  • 2022 – 98,128 miles
  • 2021 – 90,512 miles
  • 2020 – 83,399 miles
  • 2019 – 76,408 miles
  • 2018 – 69,110 miles
  • 2017 – 62,657 miles
  • 2016 – 57,451 miles
  • 2015 – 48,152 miles
  • 2014 – 38,798 miles
  • 2013 – 33,398 miles
  • 2012 – 26,839 miles
  • 2011 – 19,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,660 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Flexi Pipe DeterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,660 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,660 miles
    Test number
    498006436103
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Flexi Pipe Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail120,655 miles (+7,260)1 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,655 miles
    Test number
    150799060410
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Flexi Pipe Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass113,395 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    113,395 miles
    Test number
    745564595428
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Flexi Pipe Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail113,382 miles (+7,303)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,382 miles
    Test number
    558636779532
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Flexi Pipe Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass106,079 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    106,079 miles
    Test number
    113246606997
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail106,079 miles (+7,951)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,079 miles
    Test number
    490010977634
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,128 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,128 miles
    Test number
    400991211690
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail98,128 miles (+7,616)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,128 miles
    Test number
    165853064039
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,512 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,512 miles
    Test number
    354914570644
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail90,512 miles (+7,113)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,512 miles
    Test number
    148252818122
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,399 miles (+6,991)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,399 miles
    Test number
    527002221377
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass76,408 miles (+7,298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,408 miles
    Test number
    925409699511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass69,110 miles (+6,453)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,110 miles
    Test number
    728062622751
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass62,657 miles (+5,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,657 miles
    Test number
    841393745013
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  15. Pass57,451 miles (+9,299)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,451 miles
    Test number
    395898522768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,152 miles (+9,354)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,152 miles
    Test number
    285227926449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,798 miles (+5,400)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,798 miles
    Test number
    288997974263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,398 miles (+6,559)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,398 miles
    Test number
    336233283430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,839 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    26,839 miles
    Test number
    886005002359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,103 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,103 miles
    Test number
    665953022130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,263 miles
    Test number
    405569381027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 VMF

Does LX08 VMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX08 VMF is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX08 VMF?
The MOT on LX08 VMF is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX08 VMF done?
LX08 VMF was recorded at 120,660 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 6,919 miles a year.
Has LX08 VMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 VMF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX08 VMF 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 LX08 VMF find?
LX08 VMF passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust mounting defective front flexi pipe, and 5 more.

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