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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

BJ53 EPDMOT history

BJ53 EPD is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2025
Mileage
148,944 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

BJ53 EPD was last recorded at 148,944 miles on 13 Jun 2024, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,929 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,944 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside and nearside inner sills corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,944 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,944 miles
    Test number
    807832226990
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail148,929 miles (+4,060)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,929 miles
    Test number
    455673166384
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass144,869 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    144,869 miles
    Test number
    615068048013
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded and suspension components
  4. Fail144,859 miles (+3,130)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,859 miles
    Test number
    679689605079
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded and suspension components
  5. Pass141,729 miles (+7)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    141,729 miles
    Test number
    833998439679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront engine frame corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  6. Fail141,722 miles (+3,005)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,722 miles
    Test number
    890069324089
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront engine frame corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  7. Pass138,717 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    138,717 miles
    Test number
    296640363625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroded
  8. Fail138,701 miles (+2,232)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,701 miles
    Test number
    410143157161
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sills corroded
  9. Pass136,469 miles (+3,793)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    136,469 miles
    Test number
    314834489798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriated slight blow
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded and greases up
  10. Pass132,676 miles (+3,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,676 miles
    Test number
    312969397429
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear antiroll bar corroded
  11. Pass129,489 miles (+4,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,489 miles
    Test number
    674413111585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame has surface corrosion
  12. Pass124,755 miles (+8,532)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    124,755 miles
    Test number
    570557818059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,223 miles (+9,352)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    116,223 miles
    Test number
    980806596616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,871 miles (+8,353)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,871 miles
    Test number
    504217574968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,518 miles (+8,164)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,518 miles
    Test number
    798131764219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,354 miles (+8,282)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,354 miles
    Test number
    459854953273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,072 miles (+9,979)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,072 miles
    Test number
    529683162200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,093 miles (+8,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,093 miles
    Test number
    646446841212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,286 miles (+8,666)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,286 miles
    Test number
    674051660207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,620 miles (+15,131)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,620 miles
    Test number
    394338969495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,489 miles (+13,733)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    384071268441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,756 miles (+10,570)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,756 miles
    Test number
    470310167270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail15,186 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,186 miles
    Test number
    270551966278
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  24. Pass15,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,186 miles
    Test number
    673441866272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BJ53 EPD

When is the MOT due on BJ53 EPD?
The MOT on BJ53 EPD expired on 12 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has BJ53 EPD done?
BJ53 EPD was recorded at 148,944 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2024, an average of 7,542 miles a year.
Has BJ53 EPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BJ53 EPD has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on BJ53 EPD 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 BJ53 EPD find?
BJ53 EPD passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2024 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 4 more.

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