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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T285 RARMOT history

T285 RAR is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 128,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
128,976 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 RAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 RAR was last recorded at 128,976 miles on 26 May 2026, 705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2026: 28,976 miles, lower than 128,271 miles on 16 May 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
128,271 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
705 miles
Average per year
3,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,976 miles
  • 2025 – 128,271 miles
  • 2024 – 127,277 miles
  • 2023 – 126,412 miles
  • 2022 – 124,900 miles
  • 2021 – 121,925 miles
  • 2020 – 120,282 miles
  • 2019 – 117,314 miles
  • 2018 – 113,536 miles
  • 2017 – 110,275 miles
  • 2016 – 106,825 miles
  • 2015 – 103,144 miles
  • 2014 – 98,494 miles
  • 2013 – 93,922 miles
  • 2012 – 89,029 miles
  • 2011 – 84,627 miles
  • 2010 – 81,614 miles
  • 2009 – 78,282 miles
  • 2008 – 67,240 miles
  • 2007 – 56,513 miles
  • 2006 – 49,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,976 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flixi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine bay covers and under body trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,976 miles
    Test number
    653985045825
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flixi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail28,976 miles (-99,295)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,976 miles
    Test number
    499966019609
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flixi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass128,271 miles (+994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    137411612381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass127,277 miles (+865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    127,277 miles
    Test number
    209248126686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,412 miles (+1,512)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,412 miles
    Test number
    386833821747
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under body trays
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension rusty

  6. Pass124,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    943951748372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,900 miles (+2,975)1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    396026880275
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass121,925 miles (+1,643)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,925 miles
    Test number
    113378840005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEgine bay covers and under body trays
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  9. Pass120,282 miles (+2,968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    120,282 miles
    Test number
    841541233146
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass117,314 miles (+3,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,314 miles
    Test number
    220685794555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass113,536 miles (+3,261)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,536 miles
    Test number
    625845981422
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers

  12. Pass110,275 miles (+3,450)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,275 miles
    Test number
    734093079158
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under body trays

  13. Pass106,825 miles (+3,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,825 miles
    Test number
    247768707419
    • AdvisoryFront both headlight lenses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nearside rear tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front offside front tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at front flexy pipe

  14. Pass103,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    298145035463
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail103,144 miles (+4,650)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    748595735177
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass98,494 miles (+4,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,494 miles
    Test number
    767605634174
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass93,922 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,922 miles
    Test number
    908187533190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,029 miles (+4,402)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,029 miles
    Test number
    245268432181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,627 miles (+3,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,627 miles
    Test number
    656622631160
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass81,614 miles (+3,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,614 miles
    Test number
    872167330166
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  21. Pass78,282 miles (+11,042)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,282 miles
    Test number
    864109829157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,240 miles (+10,727)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,240 miles
    Test number
    194580948149
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass56,513 miles (+6,914)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,513 miles
    Test number
    290558227459
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  24. Pass49,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    113012046158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T285 RAR

Does T285 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 RAR is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 RAR?
The MOT on T285 RAR is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 RAR done?
T285 RAR was recorded at 128,976 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 3,967 miles a year.
Has T285 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 RAR has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T285 RAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T285 RAR find?
T285 RAR passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flixi pipe.

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