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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2010 · 2,521 cc

J8 ODMMOT history

J8 ODM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 50,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2023.

J8 ODM green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2024
Mileage
50,721 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2023
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 ODM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 ODM was last recorded at 50,721 miles on 6 Feb 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,719 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 50,721 miles
  • 2021 – 48,585 miles
  • 2020 – 44,870 miles
  • 2019 – 40,087 miles
  • 2017 – 36,777 miles
  • 2016 – 31,962 miles
  • 2015 – 27,965 miles
  • 2014 – 23,186 miles
  • 2013 – 17,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,721 miles
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and lower gaiter (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,721 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    50,721 miles
    Test number
    777161378780
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail50,719 miles (+2,134)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,719 miles
    Test number
    919499106077
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass48,585 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    48,585 miles
    Test number
    321137462605
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (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))

  4. Fail48,558 miles (+3,688)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,558 miles
    Test number
    737485109426
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass44,870 miles (+4,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,870 miles
    Test number
    257732255318
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs corroded on inner face

  6. Pass40,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,087 miles
    Test number
    235397932690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,087 miles (+3,310)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,087 miles
    Test number
    755840365005
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass36,777 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,777 miles
    Test number
    893113004201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    31,962 miles
    Test number
    271857018931
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and lower gaiter (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail31,962 miles (+3,997)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,962 miles
    Test number
    566544394640
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and lower gaiter (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass27,965 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,965 miles
    Test number
    690359563651
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail27,947 miles (+4,761)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,947 miles
    Test number
    662593186930
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass23,186 miles (+5,997)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    23,186 miles
    Test number
    388745474439
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass17,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    887299063286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about J8 ODM

Does J8 ODM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 ODM expired on 5 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 ODM?
The MOT on J8 ODM expired on 5 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 ODM done?
J8 ODM was recorded at 50,721 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2023, an average of 3,581 miles a year.
Has J8 ODM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 ODM has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on J8 ODM 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 ODM find?
J8 ODM passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including arms.

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