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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T305 BVAMOT history

T305 BVA is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
117,604 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T305 BVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T305 BVA was last recorded at 117,604 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 3,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2011: 69,701 miles, lower than 69,998 miles on 9 Aug 2011.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,912 miles · 8 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,692 miles
Average per year
4,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,604 miles
  • 2022 – 113,912 miles
  • 2021 – 111,353 miles
  • 2020 – 109,565 miles
  • 2019 – 107,367 miles
  • 2018 – 104,099 miles
  • 2017 – 100,071 miles
  • 2016 – 96,438 miles
  • 2015 – 92,954 miles
  • 2014 – 87,857 miles
  • 2013 – 81,703 miles
  • 2012 – 75,574 miles
  • 2011 – 69,701 miles
  • 2010 – 64,803 miles
  • 2009 – 59,943 miles
  • 2008 – 56,061 miles
  • 2007 – 51,452 miles
  • 2006 – 47,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,604 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Lots of corrosion to under body

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Lot of corrosion to underbody

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,604 miles (+3,692)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,604 miles
    Test number
    869126304878
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass113,912 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,912 miles
    Test number
    792220599207
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,912 miles (+2,559)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,912 miles
    Test number
    514640575878
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,353 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,353 miles
    Test number
    507152298067
    • AdvisoryLots of corrosion to under body

  5. Fail111,350 miles (+1,785)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,350 miles
    Test number
    720092616847
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLots of corrosion to under body

  6. Pass109,565 miles (+2,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,565 miles
    Test number
    117148170080
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryLots of corrosion to under body
    • AdvisoryOuter sill s have plastic covers over them

  7. Pass107,367 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,367 miles
    Test number
    167905995805
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,365 miles (+3,266)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,365 miles
    Test number
    156094143597
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,099 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,099 miles
    Test number
    150111720471
    • AdvisoryLots of corrosion to under body

  10. Fail104,097 miles (+4,026)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,097 miles
    Test number
    797844355932
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLots of corrosion to under body

  11. Pass100,071 miles (+3,633)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,071 miles
    Test number
    345871938628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass96,438 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,438 miles
    Test number
    944544655624
    • AdvisoryLot of corrosion to underbody

  13. Fail96,436 miles (+3,482)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,436 miles
    Test number
    783755381542
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryLot of corrosion to underbody

  14. Pass92,954 miles (+5,097)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    319497615270
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass87,857 miles (+6,154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    775499314243
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass81,703 miles (+6,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,703 miles
    Test number
    828600523242
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail75,574 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    347172422242
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass75,574 miles (+5,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    805062122226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass69,701 miles (-297)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    549872621295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,998 miles (+5,195)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,998 miles
    Test number
    306141221215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass64,803 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,803 miles
    Test number
    104423420248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,800 miles (+4,857)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,800 miles
    Test number
    273342920293
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass59,943 miles (+3,882)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    59,943 miles
    Test number
    144053429253
    • NoteAdvise - all brakepipes are cleaned/greased
    • NoteAdvise - headlights could be better

  24. Pass56,061 miles (+4,609)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,061 miles
    Test number
    814320328241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    944852727211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,447 miles (+4,064)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    741682427234
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass47,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,383 miles
    Test number
    362813926451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T305 BVA

Does T305 BVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T305 BVA expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T305 BVA?
The MOT on T305 BVA expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T305 BVA done?
T305 BVA was recorded at 117,604 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 4,133 miles a year.
Has T305 BVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T305 BVA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T305 BVA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T305 BVA find?
T305 BVA failed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 3 major defects: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside headlamp levelling device inoperative.

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