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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T183 KCAMOT history

T183 KCA is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 68,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2024
Mileage
68,758 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T183 KCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T183 KCA was last recorded at 68,758 miles on 1 Sept 2023, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,544 miles · 24 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
2,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 68,758 miles
  • 2022 – 68,425 miles
  • 2021 – 68,387 miles
  • 2020 – 68,301 miles
  • 2019 – 68,086 miles
  • 2018 – 67,863 miles
  • 2017 – 67,239 miles
  • 2016 – 66,783 miles
  • 2015 – 65,763 miles
  • 2014 – 62,244 miles
  • 2013 – 58,412 miles
  • 2012 – 56,803 miles
  • 2011 – 54,212 miles
  • 2010 – 52,045 miles
  • 2009 – 50,207 miles
  • 2008 – 46,049 miles
  • 2007 – 40,166 miles
  • 2006 – 35,237 miles
  • 2005 – 29,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,758 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,758 miles (+214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,758 miles
    Test number
    379237325683
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail68,544 miles (+119)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,544 miles
    Test number
    634180651066
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass68,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,425 miles
    Test number
    325854262335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail68,425 miles (+38)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,425 miles
    Test number
    108395227559
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass68,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,387 miles
    Test number
    246057466767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,387 miles (+86)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,387 miles
    Test number
    946522525033
    • 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))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,301 miles (+215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    343920773387
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass68,086 miles (+223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,086 miles
    Test number
    587216174018
    • 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))

  9. Pass67,863 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,863 miles
    Test number
    458401428080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,861 miles (+622)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,861 miles
    Test number
    221533744609
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhuast leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,239 miles (+456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    800806788579
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass66,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,783 miles
    Test number
    358271172062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,783 miles (+1,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,783 miles
    Test number
    298316048870
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass65,763 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    801732170669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,244 miles (+3,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,244 miles
    Test number
    637788944273
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass58,412 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    185294633209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing om inner edges

  17. Fail58,412 miles (+1,609)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    959414133263
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing om inner edges

  18. Pass56,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,803 miles
    Test number
    455608932248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail56,803 miles (+2,591)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,803 miles
    Test number
    526538132214
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass54,212 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,212 miles
    Test number
    177372241297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,045 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,045 miles
    Test number
    381389130271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    791554649253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,207 miles (+4,158)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    974544249295
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Fail46,049 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,049 miles
    Test number
    221061248237
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  25. Pass46,049 miles (+5,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,049 miles
    Test number
    873931848232
    • 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)

  26. Pass40,166 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,166 miles
    Test number
    103600647265
    • NoteAs previous advise sheet 483660647213 except 006/007/008

  27. Fail40,166 miles (+4,929)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,166 miles
    Test number
    483660647213
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer wall has surface cracking

  28. Pass35,237 miles (+5,284)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    961453546234
    • NoteNearside front wheel,outer rim slightly bent.

  29. Fail29,953 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,953 miles
    Test number
    541694645233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass29,953 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,953 miles
    Test number
    942624745270
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T183 KCA

Does T183 KCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T183 KCA expired on 11 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T183 KCA?
The MOT on T183 KCA expired on 11 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T183 KCA done?
T183 KCA was recorded at 68,758 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2023, an average of 2,156 miles a year.
Has T183 KCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T183 KCA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T183 KCA 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 T183 KCA find?
T183 KCA passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2023 with 4 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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