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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T252 SDTMOT history

T252 SDT is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 58,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2023
Mileage
58,575 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 SDT
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T252 SDT was last recorded at 58,575 miles on 1 Dec 2022, 5,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,081 miles · 20 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,494 miles
Average per year
2,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 58,575 miles
  • 2021 – 53,081 miles
  • 2020 – 51,265 miles
  • 2019 – 49,279 miles
  • 2018 – 47,043 miles
  • 2017 – 44,991 miles
  • 2016 – 41,598 miles
  • 2015 – 39,373 miles
  • 2014 – 38,345 miles
  • 2013 – 34,303 miles
  • 2012 – 33,248 miles
  • 2011 – 32,524 miles
  • 2010 – 31,735 miles
  • 2009 – 30,642 miles
  • 2008 – 29,820 miles
  • 2007 – 28,342 miles
  • 2006 – 26,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,575 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,575 miles (+5,494)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,575 miles
    Test number
    299742229093
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass53,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,081 miles
    Test number
    576608911278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail53,081 miles (+1,816)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,081 miles
    Test number
    386670044538
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm inner and outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass51,265 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,265 miles
    Test number
    367898903340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,279 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,279 miles
    Test number
    470326906843
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail49,279 miles (+2,236)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,279 miles
    Test number
    620980950366
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass47,043 miles (+2,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,043 miles
    Test number
    710392735915
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass44,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,991 miles
    Test number
    194648587149
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail44,991 miles (+3,393)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,991 miles
    Test number
    989694670776
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass41,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,598 miles
    Test number
    208018362309
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  11. Fail41,598 miles (+2,225)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,598 miles
    Test number
    411831734402
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  12. Pass39,373 miles (+1,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,373 miles
    Test number
    662748030897
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1n)

  13. Pass38,345 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,345 miles
    Test number
    209332524330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,343 miles (+4,040)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,343 miles
    Test number
    227231324358
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass34,303 miles (+1,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,303 miles
    Test number
    959132223396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass33,248 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,248 miles
    Test number
    916114922311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,524 miles (+789)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,524 miles
    Test number
    276691841369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,735 miles (+1,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,735 miles
    Test number
    393702650384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass30,642 miles (+822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,642 miles
    Test number
    973153949381
    • 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)

  20. Fail29,820 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,820 miles
    Test number
    331935258377
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass29,820 miles (+1,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,820 miles
    Test number
    890735458308
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass28,342 miles (+2,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,342 miles
    Test number
    402118147415
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass26,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    26,042 miles
    Test number
    490475756368
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T252 SDT

Does T252 SDT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T252 SDT expired on 30 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T252 SDT?
The MOT on T252 SDT expired on 30 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T252 SDT done?
T252 SDT was recorded at 58,575 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2022, an average of 2,040 miles a year.
Has T252 SDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 SDT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T252 SDT 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 T252 SDT find?
T252 SDT passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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