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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T356 SEVMOT history

T356 SEV is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2024
Mileage
129,516 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 SEV
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T356 SEV was last recorded at 129,516 miles on 15 Jun 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,514 miles · 13 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,516 miles
  • 2022 – 125,950 miles
  • 2021 – 122,893 miles
  • 2020 – 119,991 miles
  • 2019 – 116,414 miles
  • 2018 – 111,621 miles
  • 2017 – 106,884 miles
  • 2016 – 102,534 miles
  • 2015 – 92,504 miles
  • 2014 – 84,005 miles
  • 2013 – 78,369 miles
  • 2012 – 74,398 miles
  • 2011 – 70,676 miles
  • 2010 – 66,204 miles
  • 2009 – 61,964 miles
  • 2008 – 58,970 miles
  • 2007 – 55,526 miles
  • 2006 – 48,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,516 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,516 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,516 miles
    Test number
    787761443775
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail129,514 miles (+3,564)1 dangerous6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,514 miles
    Test number
    388012613864
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass125,950 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    125,950 miles
    Test number
    223843206532
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  4. Fail125,949 miles (+3,056)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,949 miles
    Test number
    267792063374
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  5. Pass122,893 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    122,893 miles
    Test number
    143894576568
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  6. Fail122,893 miles (+2,902)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,893 miles
    Test number
    177198196920
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  7. Pass119,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,991 miles
    Test number
    491161393874
    • AdvisoryFront no plate damage
    • AdvisoryNoises when rocking steering wheel
  8. Fail119,991 miles (+3,577)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,991 miles
    Test number
    768967133569
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • 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 sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront no plate damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror damage
    • AdvisoryNoises when rocking steering wheel
  9. Pass116,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    116,414 miles
    Test number
    227391423476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail116,413 miles (+4,792)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,413 miles
    Test number
    974741844051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass111,621 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,621 miles
    Test number
    159498286222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr (2.4.G.1)
  12. Fail111,621 miles (+4,737)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,621 miles
    Test number
    408758692935
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect x 2 (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened nsr and osr (2.4.G.1)
  13. Pass106,884 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,884 miles
    Test number
    119794587203
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail106,884 miles (+4,350)16 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,884 miles
    Test number
    407385967133
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/floor holed (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass102,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,534 miles
    Test number
    890662676215
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Fail102,534 miles (+10,030)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,534 miles
    Test number
    750990051402
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass92,504 miles (+8,499)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,504 miles
    Test number
    227604005163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,005 miles
    Test number
    117795594091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail84,005 miles (+5,636)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,005 miles
    Test number
    805985494002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  20. Pass78,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,369 miles
    Test number
    905455183084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,369 miles (+3,971)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,369 miles
    Test number
    959685383035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass74,398 miles (+3,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,398 miles
    Test number
    299887102475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  23. Fail70,676 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    358385201119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in suspension bushes
  24. Pass70,676 miles (+4,472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    768195801108
    • NoteSlight play in suspension bushes
  25. Pass66,204 miles (+4,240)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,204 miles
    Test number
    661142800176
    • NoteSlight play in steering and suspension bushes
    • NoteSurface corrosion on chassis and running gear
  26. Fail61,964 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,964 miles
    Test number
    373969099043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteClutch pedal has excessive travel
  27. Pass61,964 miles (+2,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,964 miles
    Test number
    523679199038
    • NoteClutch pedal has excessive travel
  28. Pass58,970 miles (+3,444)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,970 miles
    Test number
    100561608137
    • NoteCoil springs & running gear show signs of heavy corrosion.
  29. Pass55,526 miles (+6,768)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,526 miles
    Test number
    224366007158
    • NoteSurface corrosion on running gear.
  30. Pass48,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    923043906158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T356 SEV

Does T356 SEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T356 SEV expired on 14 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T356 SEV?
The MOT on T356 SEV expired on 14 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T356 SEV done?
T356 SEV was recorded at 129,516 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2023, an average of 4,703 miles a year.
Has T356 SEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 SEV has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T356 SEV 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 T356 SEV find?
T356 SEV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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