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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T197 JVPMOT history

T197 JVP is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 37,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
37,352 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 JVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 JVP was last recorded at 37,352 miles on 7 Jan 2025, 2,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2013: 1,133 miles, lower than 39,747 miles on 9 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
34,595 miles · 3 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,757 miles
Average per year
1,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 37,352 miles
  • 2024 – 34,595 miles
  • 2023 – 32,027 miles
  • 2022 – 29,963 miles
  • 2021 – 27,872 miles
  • 2020 – 25,724 miles
  • 2019 – 22,772 miles
  • 2018 – 20,032 miles
  • 2017 – 16,694 miles
  • 2016 – 12,795 miles
  • 2015 – 8,898 miles
  • 2013 – 5,223 miles
  • 2012 – 39,747 miles
  • 2011 – 35,480 miles
  • 2010 – 31,051 miles
  • 2009 – 25,231 miles
  • 2008 – 19,714 miles
  • 2007 – 13,801 miles
  • 2006 – 12,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,352 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + out wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (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 Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Little reserve travel in handbrake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy rear o/s wheel bearing worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' centre (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,352 miles (+2,757)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    37,352 miles
    Test number
    337371441209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + out wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass34,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    34,595 miles
    Test number
    699252364734
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  3. Fail34,595 miles (+2,568)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,595 miles
    Test number
    575226191077
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working front windscreen washers not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  4. Pass32,027 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    32,027 miles
    Test number
    131016217091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail32,027 miles (+2,064)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,027 miles
    Test number
    812988582658
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass29,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    29,963 miles
    Test number
    366093753624
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail29,963 miles (+2,091)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,963 miles
    Test number
    863263820707
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass27,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    27,872 miles
    Test number
    594213075543
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy rear o/s wheel bearing worn (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail27,872 miles (+2,148)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,872 miles
    Test number
    931806666788
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn front both n/s o/s anti-roll links worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side rear n/s handbrake showing low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel rear n/s brake low effort [possible wheel cylinder leaking] (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both n/s o/s brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy rear o/s wheel bearing worn (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShowing signs of surface rust on under side of vehicle

  10. Pass25,724 miles (+2,952)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,724 miles
    Test number
    595600631982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & suspension components show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel intake pipes show signs of corrosion

  11. Pass22,772 miles (+2,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    22,772 miles
    Test number
    237292039461
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both n/s o/s inner disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tyre wall worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  12. Pass20,032 miles (+3,338)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    20,032 miles
    Test number
    476918926859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wall damaged & worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wall damaged & worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame shows signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRadiator carrier shows signs of corrosion

  13. Pass16,694 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    16,694 miles
    Test number
    963166487037
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' centre (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail16,689 miles (+3,894)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,689 miles
    Test number
    211808636935
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' centre (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass12,795 miles (+3,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    12,795 miles
    Test number
    722427808802
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot brake h/brake (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass8,898 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    8,898 miles
    Test number
    628993115017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass5,223 miles (+4,090)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    5,223 miles
    Test number
    865735863326
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

  18. Pass1,133 miles (-38,614)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    1,133 miles
    Test number
    917861113043
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass39,747 miles (+4,267)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,747 miles
    Test number
    496709502006
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass35,480 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,480 miles
    Test number
    177740521037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,473 miles (+4,422)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,473 miles
    Test number
    137637311035
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteAdv front brake discs worn

  22. Pass31,051 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,051 miles
    Test number
    643948400040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,231 miles (+5,517)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,231 miles
    Test number
    270913819044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,714 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,714 miles
    Test number
    711638608031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,801 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,801 miles
    Test number
    701377227051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,659 miles
    Test number
    740030116093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 JVP

Does T197 JVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 JVP expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 JVP?
The MOT on T197 JVP expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 JVP done?
T197 JVP was recorded at 37,352 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2025, an average of 1,300 miles a year.
Has T197 JVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 JVP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T197 JVP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T197 JVP find?
T197 JVP passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + out wall damaged; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to limit, and 2 more.

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