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Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

7878 VBMOT history

7878 VB is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

7878 VB red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,730 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7878 VB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

7878 VB was last recorded at 76,730 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 12,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,060 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,670 miles
Average per year
4,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,730 miles
  • 2025 – 64,060 miles
  • 2024 – 52,539 miles
  • 2023 – 42,335 miles
  • 2022 – 31,189 miles
  • 2021 – 19,641 miles
  • 2018 – 19,443 miles
  • 2017 – 18,490 miles
  • 2016 – 17,271 miles
  • 2014 – 14,353 miles
  • 2013 – 12,602 miles
  • 2012 – 10,814 miles
  • 2011 – 9,018 miles
  • 2010 – 7,459 miles
  • 2009 – 5,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,730 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Thermostat Housing
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,730 miles (+12,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,730 miles
    Test number
    547027980516
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Thermostat Housing
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass64,060 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    64,060 miles
    Test number
    738671616924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,830 miles (+10,291)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    62,830 miles
    Test number
    635150569169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass52,539 miles (+10,204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    52,539 miles
    Test number
    536659519942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass42,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,335 miles
    Test number
    824629234693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail42,335 miles (+11,146)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,335 miles
    Test number
    384402776973
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass31,189 miles (+11,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    31,189 miles
    Test number
    195346323756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass19,641 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    19,641 miles
    Test number
    271719168033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,443 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    19,443 miles
    Test number
    327478412040
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts slightly tight when rotated
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a puncture and its worn on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre stepping
    • AdvisorySmall crack in windscreen however not in drivers field of vision
    • AdvisorySteering rack misted with oil

  10. Fail19,440 miles (+950)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,440 miles
    Test number
    116466988528
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts slightly tight when rotated
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a puncture and its worn on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre stepping
    • AdvisorySteering rack misted with oil

  11. Pass18,490 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    18,490 miles
    Test number
    747341135010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,271 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    17,271 miles
    Test number
    357201931665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,900 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    15,900 miles
    Test number
    334978414238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,353 miles (+1,751)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    14,353 miles
    Test number
    397133954323
    • NoteLight corrosion to general underbody

  15. Pass12,602 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    12,602 miles
    Test number
    417013543473
    • NoteFront brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteSlight perrishing to N/S/R, N/S/F and O/S/R tyres
    • NoteSurface corrosion to exhaust system

  16. Fail12,602 miles (+1,788)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,602 miles
    Test number
    458183243457
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteSlight perrishing to N/S/R, N/S/F and O/S/R tyres
    • NoteSurface corrosion to exhaust system

  17. Pass10,814 miles (+1,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    10,814 miles
    Test number
    909627142309
    • NoteBoth rear indicators slightly white

  18. Pass9,158 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    9,158 miles
    Test number
    785295502069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,018 miles (+1,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    9,018 miles
    Test number
    385931291209
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass7,459 miles (+1,816)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    7,459 miles
    Test number
    140367600324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    5,643 miles
    Test number
    451495349323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7878 VB

What vehicle is registration 7878 VB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7878 VB on a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jan 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 7878 VB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7878 VB is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 7878 VB?
The MOT on 7878 VB is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7878 VB done?
7878 VB was recorded at 76,730 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,359 miles a year.
Has 7878 VB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7878 VB has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on 7878 VB 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 7878 VB find?
7878 VB passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: coolant leak thermostat housing; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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