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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T182 EJMMOT history

T182 EJM is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
103,889 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T182 EJM
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
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T182 EJM was last recorded at 103,889 miles on 11 Jan 2024, 2,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,689 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,200 miles
Average per year
3,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,889 miles
  • 2023 – 101,689 miles
  • 2022 – 101,686 miles
  • 2021 – 101,312 miles
  • 2020 – 100,954 miles
  • 2019 – 99,970 miles
  • 2018 – 99,133 miles
  • 2017 – 97,826 miles
  • 2016 – 97,149 miles
  • 2015 – 94,788 miles
  • 2014 – 91,868 miles
  • 2013 – 85,230 miles
  • 2012 – 79,056 miles
  • 2011 – 73,227 miles
  • 2010 – 67,084 miles
  • 2009 – 62,914 miles
  • 2008 – 56,552 miles
  • 2007 – 49,836 miles
  • 2006 – 45,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,889 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,889 miles (+2,200)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,889 miles
    Test number
    725550086143
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass101,689 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,689 miles
    Test number
    198516358347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail101,686 miles (+374)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,686 miles
    Test number
    976387600286
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush requires new arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength with in 30cm off rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer jet working but mis-aligned to high

  4. Pass101,312 miles (+358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,312 miles
    Test number
    735194846973
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass100,954 miles (+984)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,954 miles
    Test number
    132350501978
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass99,970 miles (+837)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,970 miles
    Test number
    158483607558
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened dented (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight , gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass99,133 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,133 miles
    Test number
    429705297041
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail99,133 miles (+1,307)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,133 miles
    Test number
    783391783238
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch , behind side sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass97,826 miles (+677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,826 miles
    Test number
    970847948970
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass97,149 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    681895390984
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail97,149 miles (+2,361)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    923524473838
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass94,788 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,788 miles
    Test number
    276468565498
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail94,788 miles (+2,920)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,788 miles
    Test number
    468048365147
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass91,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,868 miles
    Test number
    439488164115
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail91,867 miles (+6,637)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,867 miles
    Test number
    227938764435
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass85,230 miles (+6,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    248201573192
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass79,056 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,056 miles
    Test number
    889919572141
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail79,055 miles (+5,828)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,055 miles
    Test number
    297728172179
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass73,227 miles (+6,143)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,227 miles
    Test number
    637513771136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront washer jets high ;
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy ;
    • NoteSlight damage front subframe ;

  20. Pass67,084 miles (+4,170)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,084 miles
    Test number
    873415970136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight damage subframe ;

  21. Pass62,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,914 miles
    Test number
    652406379185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,914 miles (+6,362)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,914 miles
    Test number
    580416379191
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass56,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,552 miles
    Test number
    834116578148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,552 miles (+6,716)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,552 miles
    Test number
    541786078187
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,836 miles (+4,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,836 miles
    Test number
    922103677111
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass45,370 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,370 miles
    Test number
    950125986177
    • NoteCoolant leaking

Questions about T182 EJM

Does T182 EJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T182 EJM expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T182 EJM?
The MOT on T182 EJM expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T182 EJM done?
T182 EJM was recorded at 103,889 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2024, an average of 3,340 miles a year.
Has T182 EJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T182 EJM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T182 EJM 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 T182 EJM find?
T182 EJM passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 3 more.

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