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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,596 cc

J300 HCRMOT history

J300 HCR is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 127,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

J300 HCR silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,612 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J300 HCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J300 HCR was last recorded at 127,612 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 11,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,918 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,694 miles
Average per year
8,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,612 miles
  • 2025 – 115,918 miles
  • 2024 – 108,355 miles
  • 2023 – 103,421 miles
  • 2022 – 101,066 miles
  • 2021 – 96,087 miles
  • 2019 – 83,966 miles
  • 2018 – 76,705 miles
  • 2017 – 69,904 miles
  • 2016 – 60,957 miles
  • 2015 – 46,302 miles
  • 2014 – 30,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,612 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,612 miles (+11,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    701922558993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass115,918 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    115,918 miles
    Test number
    346997756330
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail115,897 miles (+7,542)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,897 miles
    Test number
    644998206657
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,355 miles
    Test number
    942613039861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,355 miles (+4,934)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,355 miles
    Test number
    699264016010
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,421 miles
    Test number
    727649702149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail103,421 miles (+2,355)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,421 miles
    Test number
    736421758335
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass101,066 miles (+4,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,066 miles
    Test number
    395981864375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,087 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    959061333333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail96,087 miles (+12,121)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    192735463031
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,966 miles (+7,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,966 miles
    Test number
    462660433264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass76,705 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,705 miles
    Test number
    663805303866
    • 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. Fail76,705 miles (+6,801)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,705 miles
    Test number
    286897059617
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  14. Pass69,904 miles (+8,947)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,904 miles
    Test number
    119048143160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,957 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,957 miles
    Test number
    643258748489
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox diff seals
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail60,957 miles (+14,655)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,957 miles
    Test number
    874186319636
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox diff seals
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass46,302 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,302 miles
    Test number
    225220275128
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail46,302 miles (+15,548)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,302 miles
    Test number
    316730475112
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass30,754 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,754 miles
    Test number
    286710974460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about J300 HCR

Does J300 HCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J300 HCR is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J300 HCR?
The MOT on J300 HCR is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J300 HCR done?
J300 HCR was recorded at 127,612 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 8,044 miles a year.
Has J300 HCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J300 HCR has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on J300 HCR 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 J300 HCR find?
J300 HCR passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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