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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T228 VAMMOT history

T228 VAM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
70,349 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T228 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T228 VAM was last recorded at 70,349 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 5,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,651 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
5,698 miles
Average per year
1,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 70,349 miles
  • 2020 – 64,651 miles
  • 2019 – 63,396 miles
  • 2018 – 61,646 miles
  • 2017 – 60,300 miles
  • 2016 – 59,033 miles
  • 2015 – 58,364 miles
  • 2014 – 57,844 miles
  • 2013 – 57,057 miles
  • 2012 – 56,125 miles
  • 2011 – 55,085 miles
  • 2010 – 53,237 miles
  • 2009 – 51,602 miles
  • 2008 – 49,707 miles
  • 2007 – 47,324 miles
  • 2006 – 45,142 miles
  • 2005 – 42,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,349 miles

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,349 miles (+5,698)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,349 miles
    Test number
    253196275828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,651 miles (+1,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,651 miles
    Test number
    352618586026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass63,396 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,396 miles
    Test number
    209388875785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,646 miles (+1,346)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,646 miles
    Test number
    131894768605
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass60,300 miles (+1,267)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    798677444840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear All suspension corroded

  6. Pass59,033 miles (+669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,033 miles
    Test number
    199012791232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass58,364 miles (+520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,364 miles
    Test number
    876111073756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass57,844 miles (+787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,844 miles
    Test number
    375684344392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass57,057 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,057 miles
    Test number
    526776243358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,125 miles
    Test number
    676493832392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,125 miles (+1,040)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,125 miles
    Test number
    957153032331
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  12. Pass55,085 miles (+1,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    55,085 miles
    Test number
    447263851444
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass53,237 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    53,237 miles
    Test number
    201232740331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,602 miles
    Test number
    643911259329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,602 miles (+1,895)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,602 miles
    Test number
    802781859390
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  16. Fail49,707 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    443816748379
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass49,707 miles (+2,383)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    612556548367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass47,324 miles (+2,182)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    644457247315
    • NoteSlight movment in the n/s/f anti roll bar drop link.
    • NoteO/s/r seat belt not checked as child seat fitted.

  19. Pass45,142 miles (+3,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    45,142 miles
    Test number
    862924356386
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  20. Pass42,128 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    42,128 miles
    Test number
    264726155376
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T228 VAM

Does T228 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T228 VAM expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T228 VAM?
The MOT on T228 VAM expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T228 VAM done?
T228 VAM was recorded at 70,349 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 1,778 miles a year.
Has T228 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T228 VAM has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2012.
Has the mileage on T228 VAM 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 T228 VAM find?
T228 VAM passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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