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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

BUG 3MOT history

BUG 3 is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

BUG 3 silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,678 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BUG 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BUG 3 was last recorded at 89,678 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 2,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,844 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,834 miles
Average per year
4,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,678 miles
  • 2025 – 86,844 miles
  • 2024 – 83,646 miles
  • 2023 – 80,615 miles
  • 2022 – 77,807 miles
  • 2021 – 74,155 miles
  • 2020 – 70,602 miles
  • 2019 – 64,411 miles
  • 2018 – 59,306 miles
  • 2017 – 54,569 miles
  • 2016 – 48,510 miles
  • 2015 – 42,219 miles
  • 2014 – 36,220 miles
  • 2013 – 29,790 miles
  • 2012 – 20,953 miles
  • 2011 – 14,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,678 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,678 miles (+2,834)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,678 miles
    Test number
    617663801886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Pass86,844 miles (+3,198)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,844 miles
    Test number
    334942154399
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass83,646 miles (+3,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,646 miles
    Test number
    114707393209
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Pass80,615 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    403358475951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,807 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,807 miles
    Test number
    945560888872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,155 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,155 miles
    Test number
    378796223999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail74,144 miles (+3,542)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,144 miles
    Test number
    516271858922
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass70,602 miles (+6,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,602 miles
    Test number
    951634600301
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass64,411 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,411 miles
    Test number
    148307051937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail64,409 miles (+5,103)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,409 miles
    Test number
    746590776546
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass59,306 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,306 miles
    Test number
    399868348130
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Fail59,302 miles (+4,733)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,302 miles
    Test number
    945564561160
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass54,569 miles (+6,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,569 miles
    Test number
    279228120070
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass48,510 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,510 miles
    Test number
    158742542527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,509 miles (+6,290)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,509 miles
    Test number
    867497678134
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  16. Pass42,219 miles (+5,999)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,219 miles
    Test number
    578436855074
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre small split inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre age cracked
  17. Pass36,220 miles (+6,430)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,220 miles
    Test number
    937140654067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,790 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,790 miles
    Test number
    397813863088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,912 miles (+7,959)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,912 miles
    Test number
    248593203064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,953 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    20,953 miles
    Test number
    266699802046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    14,228 miles
    Test number
    779484611098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,228 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,228 miles
    Test number
    139717301048
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about BUG 3

What vehicle is registration BUG 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BUG 3 on a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2008. 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 BUG 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BUG 3 is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on BUG 3?
The MOT on BUG 3 is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BUG 3 done?
BUG 3 was recorded at 89,678 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 4,991 miles a year.
Has BUG 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BUG 3 has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on BUG 3 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 BUG 3 find?
BUG 3 passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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