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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,753 cc

T23 GJWMOT history

T23 GJW is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 13 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,137 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 GJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 GJW was last recorded at 131,137 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,111 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
5,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,137 miles
  • 2025 – 128,117 miles
  • 2024 – 118,115 miles
  • 2023 – 106,050 miles
  • 2022 – 95,838 miles
  • 2021 – 86,644 miles
  • 2020 – 82,096 miles
  • 2019 – 74,645 miles
  • 2018 – 68,775 miles
  • 2017 – 61,108 miles
  • 2016 – 54,547 miles
  • 2015 – 52,432 miles
  • 2014 – 51,151 miles
  • 2013 – 49,719 miles
  • 2012 – 49,010 miles
  • 2011 – 46,944 miles
  • 2010 – 45,520 miles
  • 2009 – 42,554 miles
  • 2008 – 36,790 miles
  • 2007 – 30,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,137 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,137 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,137 miles
    Test number
    556398392242
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  2. Fail131,111 miles (+2,994)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,111 miles
    Test number
    114844056674
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower part of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer lower part of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,117 miles (+10,002)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    128,117 miles
    Test number
    913653708806
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  4. Pass118,115 miles (+12,065)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    586920319292
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  5. Pass106,050 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,050 miles
    Test number
    374643958605
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/bottom of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail106,049 miles (+10,211)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,049 miles
    Test number
    589854084885
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/bottom of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,838 miles (+9,194)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,838 miles
    Test number
    459276059409
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPPED (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass86,644 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,644 miles
    Test number
    434113899068
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail86,643 miles (+4,547)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,643 miles
    Test number
    369476189175
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,096 miles (+7,451)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,096 miles
    Test number
    818136611847
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,645 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,645 miles
    Test number
    115732124569
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail74,643 miles (+5,868)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,643 miles
    Test number
    516365094977
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass68,775 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,775 miles
    Test number
    734654201691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail68,773 miles (+7,665)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,773 miles
    Test number
    458403109141
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass61,108 miles (+6,561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,108 miles
    Test number
    128929680928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,547 miles (+2,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,547 miles
    Test number
    636835696145
    • 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)

  17. Pass52,432 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    188249645045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,151 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,151 miles
    Test number
    439271434058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,719 miles (+709)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,719 miles
    Test number
    987490543041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,010 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,010 miles
    Test number
    916128682153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,944 miles (+1,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    997266861152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,520 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,520 miles
    Test number
    292537060138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,554 miles (+5,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,554 miles
    Test number
    121186779149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass36,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,790 miles
    Test number
    963525488152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,784 miles (+6,725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,784 miles
    Test number
    983165188177
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  26. Pass30,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,059 miles
    Test number
    261721097485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 GJW

Does T23 GJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 GJW is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 GJW?
The MOT on T23 GJW is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 GJW done?
T23 GJW was recorded at 131,137 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 5,436 miles a year.
Has T23 GJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 GJW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 GJW 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 T23 GJW find?
T23 GJW passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pedal wearing smooth.

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