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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T308 TBLMOT history

T308 TBL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 126,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
126,058 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2023
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T308 TBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T308 TBL was last recorded at 126,058 miles on 11 Apr 2023, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,991 miles · 24 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
3,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,058 miles
  • 2022 – 124,356 miles
  • 2021 – 122,274 miles
  • 2020 – 120,652 miles
  • 2019 – 118,755 miles
  • 2018 – 116,204 miles
  • 2017 – 113,114 miles
  • 2016 – 109,747 miles
  • 2015 – 106,564 miles
  • 2014 – 102,980 miles
  • 2013 – 99,771 miles
  • 2012 – 95,539 miles
  • 2011 – 91,932 miles
  • 2010 – 85,608 miles
  • 2009 – 79,495 miles
  • 2008 – 72,885 miles
  • 2007 – 64,888 miles
  • 2006 – 57,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,058 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside front wing bottom corroded and slightly insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,058 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,058 miles
    Test number
    503383509101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail126,058 miles (+67)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,058 miles
    Test number
    818299500909
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail125,991 miles (+1,635)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,991 miles
    Test number
    199983813164
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    124,356 miles
    Test number
    972721179964
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing bottom corroded and slightly insecure

  5. Fail124,356 miles (+54)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,356 miles
    Test number
    990345780209
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing bottom corroded and slightly insecure

  6. Fail124,302 miles (+2,028)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,302 miles
    Test number
    823398496705
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing bottom corroded and slightly insecure

  7. Pass122,274 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,274 miles
    Test number
    873172048172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail122,268 miles (+1,616)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,268 miles
    Test number
    618359077291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass120,652 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    120,652 miles
    Test number
    589278645839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail120,652 miles (+1,897)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,652 miles
    Test number
    731821666086
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass118,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    118,755 miles
    Test number
    688979774270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail118,755 miles (+2,551)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,755 miles
    Test number
    458700624899
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass116,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,204 miles
    Test number
    744656246266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,204 miles (+3,090)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,204 miles
    Test number
    582783927489
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass113,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    113,114 miles
    Test number
    300143361942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail113,114 miles (+3,367)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,114 miles
    Test number
    498728348276
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass109,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    109,747 miles
    Test number
    498055821673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,747 miles (+3,183)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,747 miles
    Test number
    165323540632
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass106,564 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,564 miles
    Test number
    488457295048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail106,564 miles (+3,584)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,564 miles
    Test number
    379897095074
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass102,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,980 miles
    Test number
    345595994070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,980 miles (+3,209)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,980 miles
    Test number
    308244894019
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass99,771 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,771 miles
    Test number
    347743193027
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail99,771 miles (+4,232)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,771 miles
    Test number
    415543993096
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass95,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    95,539 miles
    Test number
    156149062035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail95,539 miles (+3,607)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,539 miles
    Test number
    649198162073
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass91,932 miles (+6,324)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,932 miles
    Test number
    559013161030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass85,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,608 miles
    Test number
    410530540057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,608 miles (+6,113)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,608 miles
    Test number
    161760440045
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass79,495 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,495 miles
    Test number
    803438249025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass72,885 miles (+7,997)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    72,885 miles
    Test number
    154443848021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass64,888 miles (+7,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,888 miles
    Test number
    992644247074
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  33. Pass57,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,643 miles
    Test number
    592908946080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T308 TBL

Does T308 TBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T308 TBL expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T308 TBL?
The MOT on T308 TBL expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T308 TBL done?
T308 TBL was recorded at 126,058 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2023, an average of 3,991 miles a year.
Has T308 TBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T308 TBL has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T308 TBL 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 T308 TBL find?
T308 TBL passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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