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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T239 SHJMOT history

T239 SHJ is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 227,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
227,489 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T239 SHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T239 SHJ was last recorded at 227,489 miles on 23 May 2025, 16,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,420 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
16,069 miles
Average per year
9,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 227,489 miles
  • 2024 – 211,420 miles
  • 2023 – 191,924 miles
  • 2022 – 180,703 miles
  • 2021 – 174,853 miles
  • 2020 – 163,693 miles
  • 2019 – 152,863 miles
  • 2018 – 140,595 miles
  • 2017 – 129,513 miles
  • 2016 – 119,440 miles
  • 2015 – 109,578 miles
  • 2014 – 99,079 miles
  • 2013 – 94,818 miles
  • 2012 – 88,687 miles
  • 2011 – 80,513 miles
  • 2010 – 72,334 miles
  • 2009 – 66,428 miles
  • 2008 – 60,495 miles
  • 2007 – 56,062 miles
  • 2006 – 43,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,489 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust mounting corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuelfiller pipes corroding
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative and lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroding

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass227,489 miles (+16,069)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    227,489 miles
    Test number
    763287116487
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust mounting corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuelfiller pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative and lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroding

  2. Pass211,420 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    211,420 miles
    Test number
    125582422193
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail211,388 miles (+19,464)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,388 miles
    Test number
    556537648634
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength closing panel and under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass191,924 miles (+92)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    191,924 miles
    Test number
    606212738298
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and multiple suspension components corroded but not seriously effecting its strength (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail191,832 miles (+11,129)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,832 miles
    Test number
    605997111902
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and multiple suspension components corroded but not seriously effecting its strength (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass180,703 miles (+5,850)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    180,703 miles
    Test number
    767374006987
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body and multiple suspension components corroded but not seriously effecting its strength (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass174,853 miles (+11,160)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    174,853 miles
    Test number
    132995368813
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass163,693 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    163,693 miles
    Test number
    291558440703
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail163,693 miles (+10,830)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,693 miles
    Test number
    771337164001
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass152,863 miles (+12,268)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,863 miles
    Test number
    189673134628
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear trailing bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

  11. Pass140,595 miles (+163)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,595 miles
    Test number
    614993886798
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail140,432 miles (+10,919)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,432 miles
    Test number
    725170114022
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass129,513 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    129,513 miles
    Test number
    686133056585
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail129,513 miles (+10,073)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,513 miles
    Test number
    849413244186
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront engine breather pipe split
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass119,440 miles (+9,862)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    119,440 miles
    Test number
    116003358476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded intermediate (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass109,578 miles (+3)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,578 miles
    Test number
    975012945169
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is slightly out of shape
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail109,575 miles (+10,496)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,575 miles
    Test number
    836898335188
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is slightly out of shape
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass99,079 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    496346124175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,818 miles (+6,131)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    876440923157
    • NoteFuel filler neck pipes coroding.
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes starting to unbond (both sides)

  20. Pass88,687 miles (+8,174)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,687 miles
    Test number
    889716212190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,513 miles
    Test number
    816966931131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,513 miles (+8,179)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,513 miles
    Test number
    956283331116
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass72,334 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,334 miles
    Test number
    223179530143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,428 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,428 miles
    Test number
    963854459108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,495 miles (+4,433)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,495 miles
    Test number
    864811478157
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  26. Pass56,062 miles (+12,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,062 miles
    Test number
    220592477149
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass43,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,859 miles
    Test number
    792056146114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T239 SHJ

Does T239 SHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T239 SHJ expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T239 SHJ?
The MOT on T239 SHJ expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T239 SHJ done?
T239 SHJ was recorded at 227,489 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 9,669 miles a year.
Has T239 SHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T239 SHJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T239 SHJ 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 T239 SHJ find?
T239 SHJ passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust mounting corroded away; fuel pipe/s corroded fuelfiller pipes corroding; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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