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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2019 · 999 cc

J8 BWTMOT history

J8 BWT is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jun 2019. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 72,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

J8 BWT blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,492 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 BWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
28 Jun 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 BWT was last recorded at 72,492 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,490 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,492 miles
  • 2025 – 65,249 miles
  • 2024 – 55,368 miles
  • 2023 – 46,713 miles
  • 2022 – 38,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,492 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 2 Jul 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,492 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,492 miles
    Test number
    237906507979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail72,490 miles (+7,241)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,490 miles
    Test number
    337516604894
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass65,249 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    760872962537
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  4. Fail65,245 miles (+9,877)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    848664509448
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Pass55,368 miles (+8,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,368 miles
    Test number
    672000576030
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  6. Pass46,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    46,713 miles
    Test number
    599238987945
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  7. Fail46,707 miles (+8,657)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,707 miles
    Test number
    772037360768
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass38,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    759460762662
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about J8 BWT

Does J8 BWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 BWT is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 BWT?
The MOT on J8 BWT is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 BWT done?
J8 BWT was recorded at 72,492 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 9,109 miles a year.
Has J8 BWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 BWT has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 BWT 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 J8 BWT find?
J8 BWT passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.

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