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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T308 DFMMOT history

T308 DFM is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2022
Mileage
118,914 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T308 DFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T308 DFM was last recorded at 118,914 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 1,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2009: 60,245 miles, lower than 116,700 miles on 12 Aug 2008.

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
117,133 miles · 17 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,781 miles
Average per year
1,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,914 miles
  • 2021 – 117,133 miles
  • 2020 – 114,037 miles
  • 2019 – 110,686 miles
  • 2018 – 107,406 miles
  • 2017 – 103,870 miles
  • 2016 – 99,113 miles
  • 2015 – 93,965 miles
  • 2014 – 88,808 miles
  • 2013 – 83,694 miles
  • 2012 – 79,525 miles
  • 2011 – 74,725 miles
  • 2010 – 67,071 miles
  • 2009 – 60,245 miles
  • 2008 – 116,700 miles
  • 2007 – 104,362 miles
  • 2006 – 93,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,914 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight cvorrosion under car also underseal added to nearside rear inner sill.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,914 miles (+1,781)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,914 miles
    Test number
    975815045790
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight cvorrosion under car also underseal added to nearside rear inner sill.

  2. Pass117,133 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,133 miles
    Test number
    282073003962
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under car.

  3. Fail117,131 miles (+3,094)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,131 miles
    Test number
    137850420743
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under car.

  4. Pass114,037 miles (+3,351)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    114,037 miles
    Test number
    133267612397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,686 miles (+3,280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    110,686 miles
    Test number
    375544248268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,406 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    789100812554
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,406 miles (+3,536)4 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    925372000947
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure back box rubber (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,870 miles (+4,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    103,870 miles
    Test number
    953623402336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced top bracket (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass99,113 miles (+5,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,113 miles
    Test number
    544687854401
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass93,965 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,965 miles
    Test number
    339822915279
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm.

  11. Fail93,965 miles (+5,157)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,965 miles
    Test number
    438012215206
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering arm.

  12. Pass88,808 miles (+5,114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,808 miles
    Test number
    107030114243
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens heavly cracked

  13. Pass83,694 miles (+4,169)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,694 miles
    Test number
    745142383115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,525 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,525 miles
    Test number
    939739792187
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail79,522 miles (+4,797)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,522 miles
    Test number
    308616692124
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass74,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,725 miles
    Test number
    165516551144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail74,725 miles (+7,654)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,725 miles
    Test number
    355446251191
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass67,071 miles (+6,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,071 miles
    Test number
    270090620178
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass60,245 miles (-56,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,245 miles
    Test number
    194329679006
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail116,700 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,700 miles
    Test number
    390715228278
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass116,700 miles (+12,338)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    116,700 miles
    Test number
    774695028219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    104,362 miles
    Test number
    270119517232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,362 miles (+11,114)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,362 miles
    Test number
    793088217238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass93,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    584919196121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T308 DFM

Does T308 DFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T308 DFM expired on 16 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T308 DFM?
The MOT on T308 DFM expired on 16 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T308 DFM done?
T308 DFM was recorded at 118,914 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 1,589 miles a year.
Has T308 DFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T308 DFM has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T308 DFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T308 DFM find?
T308 DFM failed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 2 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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