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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T343 XEVMOT history

T343 XEV is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 2 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 186,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2024
Mileage
186,625 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T343 XEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T343 XEV was last recorded at 186,625 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 9,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,468 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
9,157 miles
Average per year
8,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 186,625 miles
  • 2022 – 177,468 miles
  • 2021 – 167,782 miles
  • 2020 – 152,719 miles
  • 2019 – 145,474 miles
  • 2018 – 136,544 miles
  • 2017 – 125,521 miles
  • 2016 – 114,104 miles
  • 2015 – 101,856 miles
  • 2014 – 89,517 miles
  • 2013 – 78,363 miles
  • 2012 – 68,373 miles
  • 2011 – 57,679 miles
  • 2010 – 51,607 miles
  • 2009 – 46,861 miles
  • 2008 – 42,656 miles
  • 2006 – 40,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,625 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCover sills fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,625 miles (+9,157)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    186,625 miles
    Test number
    720340417602
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  2. Pass177,468 miles (+77)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    177,468 miles
    Test number
    274965423938
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  3. Fail177,391 miles (+9,609)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,391 miles
    Test number
    878323585168
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  4. Pass167,782 miles (+56)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    167,782 miles
    Test number
    881553396950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail167,726 miles (+15,007)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,726 miles
    Test number
    424333740116
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,719 miles (+7,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,719 miles
    Test number
    562875933132
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass145,474 miles (+183)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    145,474 miles
    Test number
    774029949243
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Fail145,291 miles (+8,747)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    462295017299
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass136,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,544 miles
    Test number
    192247951329
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  10. Fail136,544 miles (+11,023)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,544 miles
    Test number
    681641994615
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  11. Pass125,521 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,521 miles
    Test number
    282125966287
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail125,521 miles (+11,417)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,521 miles
    Test number
    932235317162
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass114,104 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,104 miles
    Test number
    432931087968
    • 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 Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail114,104 miles (+12,248)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,104 miles
    Test number
    150281165296
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass101,856 miles (+12,339)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,856 miles
    Test number
    709087595158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass89,517 miles (+11,154)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,517 miles
    Test number
    509417004255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,363 miles (+9,990)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,363 miles
    Test number
    339222613478
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass68,373 miles (+10,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,373 miles
    Test number
    546296102287
    • NoteExhaust system is rusty

  19. Pass57,679 miles (+6,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    398750701482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,607 miles (+4,746)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,607 miles
    Test number
    583803890185
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  21. Pass46,861 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    422499799115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,656 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,656 miles
    Test number
    114414218224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,534 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,534 miles
    Test number
    351728146429
    • NoteDamage to offside front tyre

Questions about T343 XEV

Does T343 XEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T343 XEV expired on 31 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T343 XEV?
The MOT on T343 XEV expired on 31 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T343 XEV done?
T343 XEV was recorded at 186,625 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 8,643 miles a year.
Has T343 XEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T343 XEV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T343 XEV 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 T343 XEV find?
T343 XEV passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 11 advisories: coil spring corroded all; fuel pipe/s corroded filler; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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