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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T197 NGPMOT history

T197 NGP is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 179,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
179,667 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 NGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 NGP was last recorded at 179,667 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,665 miles · 7 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,667 miles
  • 2021 – 176,576 miles
  • 2020 – 173,176 miles
  • 2019 – 169,175 miles
  • 2018 – 165,527 miles
  • 2017 – 162,414 miles
  • 2016 – 159,031 miles
  • 2015 – 156,189 miles
  • 2014 – 152,587 miles
  • 2013 – 149,464 miles
  • 2012 – 147,123 miles
  • 2011 – 145,042 miles
  • 2010 – 142,630 miles
  • 2009 – 139,860 miles
  • 2008 – 136,707 miles
  • 2007 – 134,624 miles
  • 2006 – 132,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,667 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted,outer sills not checkedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,667 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    179,667 miles
    Test number
    586373730390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted,outer sills not checked

  2. Fail179,665 miles (+3,089)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,665 miles
    Test number
    854032458218
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted,outer sills not checked

  3. Pass176,576 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    176,576 miles
    Test number
    603547713752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe damaged

  4. Fail176,531 miles (+3,355)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,531 miles
    Test number
    677407163010
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  5. Pass173,176 miles (+4,001)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    173,176 miles
    Test number
    929659330956
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides sill panels (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass169,175 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,175 miles
    Test number
    565220297411
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail169,173 miles (+3,646)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,173 miles
    Test number
    915435980745
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass165,527 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,527 miles
    Test number
    155480210699
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides sill panels (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail165,524 miles (+3,110)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,524 miles
    Test number
    638169040591
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides sill panels (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass162,414 miles (+3,383)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    162,414 miles
    Test number
    331372760323
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass159,031 miles (+2,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    629092997667
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass156,189 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    156,189 miles
    Test number
    629011275267
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail156,188 miles (+3,601)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    608972231936
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened broken (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass152,587 miles (+3,123)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    152,587 miles
    Test number
    485083234289
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass149,464 miles (+140)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    149,464 miles
    Test number
    489369053201
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder body has lots of surface corrosion

  16. Fail149,324 miles (+2,201)4 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,324 miles
    Test number
    487988743273
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder body has lots of surface corrosion

  17. Pass147,123 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    147,123 miles
    Test number
    416525052262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBothside front headlamps lens blairy.

  18. Fail147,122 miles (+2,080)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,122 miles
    Test number
    155635852213
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBothside front headlamps lens blairy.

  19. Pass145,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    145,042 miles
    Test number
    326539051293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail145,042 miles (+2,412)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,042 miles
    Test number
    865847051288
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass142,630 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    142,630 miles
    Test number
    903190550217
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp inop
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to N/S/R

  22. Fail142,630 miles (+2,770)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,630 miles
    Test number
    382790450417
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp inop
    • NoteAdvise front discs worn/rusty
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to N/S/R

  23. Pass139,860 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    139,860 miles
    Test number
    573662459265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp inop
    • NoteExhaust down pipe heat shield insecure

  24. Fail139,860 miles (+3,153)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,860 miles
    Test number
    171082059232
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp inop
    • NoteExhaust down pipe heat shield insecure

  25. Pass136,707 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    136,707 miles
    Test number
    123153158250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass134,624 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    134,624 miles
    Test number
    330426857448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass132,429 miles (+132,424)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    132,429 miles
    Test number
    591728846246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail5 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5 miles
    Test number
    284093746258
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about T197 NGP

Does T197 NGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 NGP expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 NGP?
The MOT on T197 NGP expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 NGP done?
T197 NGP was recorded at 179,667 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 11,145 miles a year.
Has T197 NGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 NGP has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T197 NGP 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 T197 NGP find?
T197 NGP passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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