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Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

GSO 136MOT history

GSO 136 is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 56,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

GSO 136 silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
56,164 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GSO 136
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GSO 136 was last recorded at 56,164 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,777 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,387 miles
Average per year
2,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,164 miles
  • 2025 – 54,777 miles
  • 2024 – 53,088 miles
  • 2023 – 51,283 miles
  • 2022 – 49,437 miles
  • 2021 – 47,715 miles
  • 2020 – 45,949 miles
  • 2019 – 44,102 miles
  • 2018 – 41,252 miles
  • 2017 – 36,501 miles
  • 2016 – 33,276 miles
  • 2015 – 29,599 miles
  • 2014 – 26,012 miles
  • 2013 – 22,243 miles
  • 2012 – 17,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,164 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill ( unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess fraying slightly (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill panel ( unable to fully inspect due to cover fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened strongly advise change out (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside door mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,164 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    56,164 miles
    Test number
    881698129062
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill ( unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess fraying slightly (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill panel ( unable to fully inspect due to cover fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened strongly advise change out (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail56,162 miles (+1,385)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,162 miles
    Test number
    400474654145
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill ( unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess fraying slightly (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill panel ( unable to fully inspect due to cover fitted ) (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened strongly advise change out (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass54,777 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,777 miles
    Test number
    228724283798
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror casing damaged, been taped up
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail54,775 miles (+1,687)1 dangerous14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,775 miles
    Test number
    383371649150
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror casing damaged, been taped up
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,088 miles (+80)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,088 miles
    Test number
    924955244165
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail53,008 miles (+1,725)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,008 miles
    Test number
    725908337785
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front pipe bracket broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,283 miles (+1,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    230496157308
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass49,437 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    180181969858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail49,437 miles (+1,722)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    626606473930
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass47,715 miles (+1,766)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    423789440948
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass45,949 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,949 miles
    Test number
    413223928794
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill areas corroding slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  12. Fail45,946 miles (+1,844)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    795857723072
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill areas corroding slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  13. Pass44,102 miles (+182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,102 miles
    Test number
    374319028829
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged

  14. Fail43,920 miles (+2,668)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,920 miles
    Test number
    667384245124
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  15. Pass41,252 miles (+4,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,252 miles
    Test number
    160795137854
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective pipe bracket (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass36,501 miles (+3,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    919467775641
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror casing damaged

  17. Pass33,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,276 miles
    Test number
    934201228430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,276 miles (+3,677)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,276 miles
    Test number
    769057656322
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass29,599 miles (+3,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,599 miles
    Test number
    346741805497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass26,012 miles (+3,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    26,012 miles
    Test number
    386892704410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass22,243 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    22,243 miles
    Test number
    845783703276
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked slightly on edge of tread

  22. Fail22,243 miles (+4,694)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,243 miles
    Test number
    369823103456
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked slightly on edge of tread

  23. Pass17,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,549 miles
    Test number
    686704582158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GSO 136

What vehicle is registration GSO 136 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GSO 136 on a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Aug 2009. 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 GSO 136 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GSO 136 is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on GSO 136?
The MOT on GSO 136 is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GSO 136 done?
GSO 136 was recorded at 56,164 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 2,745 miles a year.
Has GSO 136 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GSO 136 has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on GSO 136 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 GSO 136 find?
GSO 136 passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 8 more.

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