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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T397 JCKMOT history

T397 JCK is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 108,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2023
Mileage
108,064 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 JCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 JCK was last recorded at 108,064 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,056 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,064 miles
  • 2021 – 98,974 miles
  • 2020 – 90,404 miles
  • 2019 – 84,726 miles
  • 2018 – 77,541 miles
  • 2017 – 77,210 miles
  • 2016 – 76,893 miles
  • 2015 – 76,440 miles
  • 2014 – 75,309 miles
  • 2013 – 73,680 miles
  • 2012 – 72,723 miles
  • 2011 – 72,139 miles
  • 2010 – 71,389 miles
  • 2009 – 70,416 miles
  • 2008 – 68,626 miles
  • 2007 – 62,260 miles
  • 2006 – 54,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,064 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,064 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,064 miles
    Test number
    880446364650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,056 miles (+9,082)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    856097836792
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,974 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,974 miles
    Test number
    974251410281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail98,962 miles (+8,558)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,962 miles
    Test number
    160802092255
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass90,404 miles (+214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    90,404 miles
    Test number
    975898137382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail90,190 miles (+5,464)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,190 miles
    Test number
    186736682692
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,726 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,726 miles
    Test number
    177652207180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  8. Fail84,715 miles (+7,174)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    506780270689
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating disc (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel x2 (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  9. Pass77,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,541 miles
    Test number
    142973833220
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail77,541 miles (+331)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,541 miles
    Test number
    421049902021
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass77,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,210 miles
    Test number
    589686057666
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail77,210 miles (+317)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,210 miles
    Test number
    831289388770
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass76,893 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,893 miles
    Test number
    160642004177
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail76,885 miles (+445)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,885 miles
    Test number
    978776829582
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55x15 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass76,440 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,440 miles
    Test number
    706344955034
    • NoteSome corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe.
    • NoteSome perishing to sidewalls of both rear tyres.

  16. Fail76,440 miles (+1,131)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,440 miles
    Test number
    778830755031
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSome corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe.
    • NoteSome perishing to sidewalls of both rear tyres.

  17. Pass75,309 miles (+9)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,309 miles
    Test number
    739684044029
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Fail75,300 miles (+1,620)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,300 miles
    Test number
    608941744069
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  19. Pass73,680 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    906310453054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyers perished

  20. Fail73,680 miles (+957)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    779630453080
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyers perished

  21. Pass72,723 miles (+584)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,723 miles
    Test number
    335328132095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass72,139 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    379215951099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,389 miles (+973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,389 miles
    Test number
    342594350065
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail70,416 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    240720659049
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass70,416 miles (+1,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    794730659017
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass68,626 miles (+6,366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,626 miles
    Test number
    521786558096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,260 miles (+7,486)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    62,260 miles
    Test number
    234762157092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,774 miles
    Test number
    754185256083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 JCK

Does T397 JCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 JCK expired on 24 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 JCK?
The MOT on T397 JCK expired on 24 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 JCK done?
T397 JCK was recorded at 108,064 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 3,344 miles a year.
Has T397 JCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 JCK has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T397 JCK 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 T397 JCK find?
T397 JCK passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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