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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

S39 VPPMOT history

S39 VPP is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 177,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,562 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 VPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 VPP was last recorded at 177,562 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,448 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
6,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,562 miles
  • 2025 – 173,448 miles
  • 2024 – 165,383 miles
  • 2023 – 155,258 miles
  • 2022 – 146,481 miles
  • 2021 – 138,661 miles
  • 2020 – 131,288 miles
  • 2019 – 123,698 miles
  • 2018 – 115,199 miles
  • 2017 – 107,340 miles
  • 2016 – 99,324 miles
  • 2015 – 91,149 miles
  • 2014 – 84,031 miles
  • 2012 – 78,376 miles
  • 2011 – 75,938 miles
  • 2010 – 68,703 miles
  • 2009 – 60,332 miles
  • 2008 – 51,261 miles
  • 2007 – 46,362 miles
  • 2006 – 41,549 miles
  • 2005 – 37,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,562 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Excessive under seal paint on rear sub frame and rear suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm main front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,562 miles (+4,114)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,562 miles
    Test number
    753547089134
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass173,448 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    173,448 miles
    Test number
    627448069402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail173,420 miles (+8,037)1 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,420 miles
    Test number
    788582018942
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coated with underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coated with underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened coated with underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass165,383 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    165,383 miles
    Test number
    671257620798
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExcessive under seal paint on rear sub frame and rear suspension arms

  5. Fail165,354 miles (+10,096)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,354 miles
    Test number
    461254739454
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExcessive under seal paint on rear sub frame and rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable broke on roller brake test

  6. Pass155,258 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,258 miles
    Test number
    165128814325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm main front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail155,253 miles (+8,772)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,253 miles
    Test number
    900192878736
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie rod lower near side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie rod arm lower bushes off side rear . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm main front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass146,481 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,481 miles
    Test number
    659785479006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail146,470 miles (+7,809)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,470 miles
    Test number
    975620554791
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,661 miles (+144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,661 miles
    Test number
    737002340208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-seal applied to under side of chassis

  11. Fail138,517 miles (+7,229)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,517 miles
    Test number
    600430447660
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play Hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-seal applied to under side of chassis

  12. Pass131,288 miles (+7,590)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    131,288 miles
    Test number
    119069130899
    • AdvisoryEmissions values only just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame / Chassis coated in under-seal
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT & REAR (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass123,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    672983031601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,698 miles (+8,499)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    273990076067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass115,199 miles (+7,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,199 miles
    Test number
    326650931230
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around power steering pump and nearside steering rack

  16. Pass107,340 miles (+8,016)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,340 miles
    Test number
    752386846403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension rusted including coil springs
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanging brackets rusted

  17. Pass99,324 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    410578536850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail99,293 miles (+8,144)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,293 miles
    Test number
    391179443456
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass91,149 miles (+107)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,149 miles
    Test number
    975050935056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel filler neck starting to corrode

  20. Fail91,042 miles (+7,011)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,042 miles
    Test number
    807152125092
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel filler neck starting to corrode

  21. Pass84,031 miles (+5,655)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,031 miles
    Test number
    117376724088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge
    • NoteBoth headlights starting to discolour
    • NoteCentre exhaust and heat shield damage

  22. Pass78,376 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,376 miles
    Test number
    617086252388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail78,344 miles (+2,406)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    395135652333
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass75,938 miles (+14)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    75,938 miles
    Test number
    436822361353
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust heat sheild rattle
    • NoteHand brake cables rusty
    • NotePower steering fluid low

  25. Fail75,924 miles (+7,221)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,924 miles
    Test number
    495034651409
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust heat sheild rattle
    • NoteHand brake cables rusty
    • NotePower steering fluid low

  26. Pass68,703 miles (+8,371)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,703 miles
    Test number
    923274150346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    390136359377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,332 miles (+9,071)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    922216759324
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass51,261 miles (+4,899)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,261 miles
    Test number
    693427958300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,362 miles (+4,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,362 miles
    Test number
    982992867332
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass41,549 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,549 miles
    Test number
    862811666358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    37,382 miles
    Test number
    103083465309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S39 VPP

Does S39 VPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S39 VPP is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S39 VPP?
The MOT on S39 VPP is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S39 VPP done?
S39 VPP was recorded at 177,562 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 6,901 miles a year.
Has S39 VPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 VPP has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S39 VPP 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 S39 VPP find?
S39 VPP passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 8 more.

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