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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T174 SHJMOT history

T174 SHJ is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 149,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
149,993 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T174 SHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T174 SHJ was last recorded at 149,993 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,992 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,993 miles
  • 2024 – 139,605 miles
  • 2023 – 132,665 miles
  • 2022 – 123,907 miles
  • 2021 – 123,511 miles
  • 2020 – 122,832 miles
  • 2019 – 122,296 miles
  • 2018 – 121,122 miles
  • 2017 – 120,102 miles
  • 2016 – 118,878 miles
  • 2015 – 116,879 miles
  • 2014 – 115,000 miles
  • 2013 – 110,540 miles
  • 2012 – 107,072 miles
  • 2011 – 100,503 miles
  • 2010 – 93,632 miles
  • 2009 – 85,666 miles
  • 2008 – 80,858 miles
  • 2007 – 76,345 miles
  • 2006 – 71,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,993 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Coil spring corroded All four are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,993 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    149,993 miles
    Test number
    304884334078
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail149,992 miles (+10,387)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,992 miles
    Test number
    241917564904
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,605 miles (+6,940)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,605 miles
    Test number
    742615847345
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass132,665 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    487753106139
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,665 miles (+8,758)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    809687700661
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass123,907 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,907 miles
    Test number
    622657550105
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheelarch has some corrosion

  7. Fail123,905 miles (+394)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,905 miles
    Test number
    756642669339
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower section of both front wings is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheelarch has some corrosion

  8. Pass123,511 miles (+679)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,511 miles
    Test number
    742571265713
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  9. Pass122,832 miles (+536)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,832 miles
    Test number
    621904655594
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all front and all rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  10. Pass122,296 miles (+1,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,296 miles
    Test number
    135560576615
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension components and fuel tank strap

  11. Pass121,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,122 miles
    Test number
    948985028621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,122 miles (+1,020)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,122 miles
    Test number
    270721573936
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass120,102 miles (+1,224)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    120,102 miles
    Test number
    577924239617
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  14. Pass118,878 miles (+1,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,878 miles
    Test number
    980013799756
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  15. Pass116,879 miles (+1,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    116,879 miles
    Test number
    297130256249
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  16. Pass115,000 miles (+4,460)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,000 miles
    Test number
    545051744210
    • NoteHeadlamps have poor beam pattern
    • NoteRear springs corroded

  17. Fail110,540 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    328953733201
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  18. Pass110,540 miles (+3,468)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    948603433286
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  19. Pass107,072 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    107,072 miles
    Test number
    705401042256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth headlamps have a weak beam pattern

  20. Fail107,072 miles (+6,569)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,072 miles
    Test number
    349201242254
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth headlamps have a weak beam pattern
    • NoteExhaust rear heat shield insecure

  21. Fail100,503 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,503 miles
    Test number
    737748621252
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass100,503 miles (+6,871)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    100,503 miles
    Test number
    745668121273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,632 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,632 miles
    Test number
    472174440207
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded and front to rear brake pipes corroded

  24. Fail93,632 miles (+7,966)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,632 miles
    Test number
    783344840292
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded and front to rear brake pipes corroded

  25. Pass85,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    934353259252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,663 miles (+4,805)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,663 miles
    Test number
    902653259281
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inside edge

  27. Pass80,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    80,858 miles
    Test number
    713997248213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,858 miles (+4,513)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,858 miles
    Test number
    940737948281
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass76,345 miles (+4,783)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    76,345 miles
    Test number
    653827557268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass71,562 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    71,562 miles
    Test number
    182898556288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail69,583 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,583 miles
    Test number
    242996666152
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteF+r numberplates perishing
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NotePlay in o\s front antiroll link rod

  32. Pass69,583 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,583 miles
    Test number
    661936066168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteF+r numberplates perishing
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NotePlay in o\s front antiroll link rod

Questions about T174 SHJ

Does T174 SHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T174 SHJ is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T174 SHJ?
The MOT on T174 SHJ is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T174 SHJ done?
T174 SHJ was recorded at 149,993 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 4,131 miles a year.
Has T174 SHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T174 SHJ has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T174 SHJ 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 T174 SHJ find?
T174 SHJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: coil spring corroded both front; coil spring corroded both rear; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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