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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T273 CFCMOT history

T273 CFC is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 162,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
162,471 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 CFC
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 CFC was last recorded at 162,471 miles on 8 May 2026, 1,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,101 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,370 miles
Average per year
5,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,471 miles
  • 2025 – 161,101 miles
  • 2024 – 159,634 miles
  • 2023 – 157,936 miles
  • 2022 – 156,203 miles
  • 2021 – 154,271 miles
  • 2020 – 152,675 miles
  • 2019 – 150,317 miles
  • 2018 – 146,604 miles
  • 2017 – 142,695 miles
  • 2016 – 136,148 miles
  • 2015 – 129,694 miles
  • 2014 – 123,797 miles
  • 2013 – 116,708 miles
  • 2012 – 108,817 miles
  • 2011 – 101,437 miles
  • 2010 – 94,172 miles
  • 2009 – 87,368 miles
  • 2008 – 79,255 miles
  • 2007 – 68,836 miles
  • 2006 – 60,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,471 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking with age (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,471 miles (+1,370)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    162,471 miles
    Test number
    957890210685
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking with age (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass161,101 miles (+1,467)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,101 miles
    Test number
    349937142970
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass159,634 miles (+1,698)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    159,634 miles
    Test number
    865106873624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass157,936 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,936 miles
    Test number
    695736022220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail157,936 miles (+1,733)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,936 miles
    Test number
    451049072989
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass156,203 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    156,203 miles
    Test number
    898332208546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail156,178 miles (+1,907)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,178 miles
    Test number
    445512072714
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass154,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    154,271 miles
    Test number
    898025834681
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail154,271 miles (+1,596)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,271 miles
    Test number
    767163782946
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass152,675 miles (+2,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    152,675 miles
    Test number
    548870124090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass150,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,317 miles
    Test number
    568605555528
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail150,317 miles (+3,713)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,317 miles
    Test number
    185045857830
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass146,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    146,604 miles
    Test number
    827126239884
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail146,604 miles (+3,909)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,604 miles
    Test number
    470578772423
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass142,695 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    583880973090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail142,695 miles (+6,547)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    513879259614
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass136,148 miles (+6,454)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    136,148 miles
    Test number
    976639559854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,694 miles (+5,897)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,694 miles
    Test number
    375645735135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass123,797 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    123,797 miles
    Test number
    508400324170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,708 miles (+7,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,708 miles
    Test number
    826170143150
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass108,817 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    237936832144
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteThrottle pedal stiff

  22. Fail108,817 miles (+7,380)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    426276232129
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteThrottle pedal stiff

  23. Pass101,437 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    101,437 miles
    Test number
    167756131164
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathered

  24. Fail101,437 miles (+7,265)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,437 miles
    Test number
    845196831151
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathered

  25. Pass94,172 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    273252730405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront and rear plates deteriorating
    • NoteNearside rear tyre splitting

  26. Fail94,172 miles (+6,804)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    102952030105
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront and rear plates deteriorating
    • NoteNearside rear tyre splitting

  27. Pass87,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    87,368 miles
    Test number
    620409179031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,365 miles (+8,110)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,365 miles
    Test number
    482519779068
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

  29. Pass79,255 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    251574418410
    • NoteFront number plate slightly dirty
    • NoteHandbrake slightly high
    • NoteNearside front tyre has small cut on outer wall
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar link rubber slightly worn

  30. Fail79,255 miles (+10,419)2 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,255 miles
    Test number
    263934718441
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly dirty
    • NoteHandbrake slightly high
    • NoteNearside front tyre has small cut on outer wall
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar link rubber slightly worn

  31. Pass68,836 miles (+8,753)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,836 miles
    Test number
    384033307119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass60,083 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,083 miles
    Test number
    190678816149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail60,082 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,082 miles
    Test number
    704016616184
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T273 CFC

Does T273 CFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T273 CFC is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T273 CFC?
The MOT on T273 CFC is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T273 CFC done?
T273 CFC was recorded at 162,471 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 5,111 miles a year.
Has T273 CFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 CFC has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T273 CFC 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 T273 CFC find?
T273 CFC passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 6 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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