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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,596 cc

J8 NPBMOT history

J8 NPB is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 82,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

J8 NPB black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,492 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 NPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
23 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 NPB was last recorded at 82,492 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,487 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,492 miles
  • 2025 – 79,877 miles
  • 2024 – 76,020 miles
  • 2023 – 72,290 miles
  • 2022 – 67,885 miles
  • 2021 – 63,719 miles
  • 2020 – 58,187 miles
  • 2019 – 51,545 miles
  • 2018 – 40,236 miles
  • 2017 – 29,370 miles
  • 2016 – 17,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,492 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,492 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,492 miles
    Test number
    719786093266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail82,487 miles (+2,610)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,487 miles
    Test number
    655409030581
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass79,877 miles (+117)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    79,877 miles
    Test number
    806762861369
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail79,760 miles (+3,740)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    746130763104
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass76,020 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,020 miles
    Test number
    883814300946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slightly notchy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  6. Fail76,010 miles (+3,720)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,010 miles
    Test number
    150985432324
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 low on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slightly notchy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  7. Pass72,290 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,290 miles
    Test number
    481458966005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are worn on edges
  8. Fail72,285 miles (+4,400)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,285 miles
    Test number
    962100957999
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are worn on edges
  9. Pass67,885 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,885 miles
    Test number
    541267097788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just passes (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just passes (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail67,849 miles (+4,130)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    399668589531
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just passes (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just passes (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass63,719 miles (+5,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    190542260229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass58,187 miles (+6,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,187 miles
    Test number
    627034555900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres going out of shape
  13. Pass51,545 miles (+11,309)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,545 miles
    Test number
    718850194566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,236 miles (+10,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    454852218672
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass29,370 miles (+11,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,370 miles
    Test number
    316057676924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass17,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    17,715 miles
    Test number
    482924889673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 NPB

Does J8 NPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 NPB is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 NPB?
The MOT on J8 NPB is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 NPB done?
J8 NPB was recorded at 82,492 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 6,482 miles a year.
Has J8 NPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 NPB has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 NPB 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 NPB find?
J8 NPB passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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