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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T208 JMBMOT history

T208 JMB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 151,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
151,805 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 JMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 JMB was last recorded at 151,805 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 12,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2021: 130,009 miles, lower than 130,098 miles on 30 Jan 2021.

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
138,974 miles · 3 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
12,831 miles
Average per year
6,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,805 miles
  • 2022 – 138,974 miles
  • 2021 – 130,009 miles
  • 2019 – 123,651 miles
  • 2018 – 116,489 miles
  • 2017 – 107,121 miles
  • 2016 – 97,571 miles
  • 2015 – 85,270 miles
  • 2014 – 82,171 miles
  • 2013 – 78,893 miles
  • 2012 – 75,830 miles
  • 2011 – 71,946 miles
  • 2010 – 68,102 miles
  • 2009 – 64,601 miles
  • 2008 – 61,469 miles
  • 2007 – 54,449 miles
  • 2006 – 48,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,805 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,805 miles
    Test number
    195910732559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail151,805 miles (+12,831)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,805 miles
    Test number
    589059860259
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass138,974 miles (+8,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,974 miles
    Test number
    845394513123
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass130,009 miles (-89)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,009 miles
    Test number
    172904134713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,098 miles (+6,447)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,098 miles
    Test number
    175376751835
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar likely to fail both (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  6. Pass123,651 miles (+58)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,651 miles
    Test number
    373011395585
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail123,593 miles (+7,104)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,593 miles
    Test number
    796626092119
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine oil to low (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass116,489 miles (+56)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    116,489 miles
    Test number
    681281548652
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail116,433 miles (+9,312)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,433 miles
    Test number
    658274804752
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass107,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,121 miles
    Test number
    815358682275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,121 miles (+9,550)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,121 miles
    Test number
    195995234869
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  12. Pass97,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,571 miles
    Test number
    909424274922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,571 miles (+12,301)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,571 miles
    Test number
    404541443492
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  14. Pass85,270 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,270 miles
    Test number
    638386295161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,171 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,171 miles
    Test number
    699419764041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,893 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,893 miles
    Test number
    665881173023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    358616772094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,830 miles (+3,884)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    186906072009
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  19. Pass71,946 miles (+3,844)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,946 miles
    Test number
    377459761083
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear view mirror glass slightly damaged
  20. Pass68,102 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,102 miles
    Test number
    194376770080
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt starting to fray
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
  21. Fail68,102 miles (+3,501)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,102 miles
    Test number
    383744970094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt starting to fray
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
  22. Pass64,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,601 miles
    Test number
    444422079055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,601 miles (+3,132)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,601 miles
    Test number
    104222179042
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteBoth middle and back box (exhaust) are corroded
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r outer sidewall tyre is cracking
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt is frayed
  24. Pass61,469 miles (+7,020)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    61,469 miles
    Test number
    643081478083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,449 miles (+5,989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,449 miles
    Test number
    190185177018
    • NoteOffside front tyre low tread inner edge
  26. Pass48,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,460 miles
    Test number
    773029676094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T208 JMB

Does T208 JMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T208 JMB expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T208 JMB?
The MOT on T208 JMB expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T208 JMB done?
T208 JMB was recorded at 151,805 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 6,124 miles a year.
Has T208 JMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 JMB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T208 JMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T208 JMB find?
T208 JMB passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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