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Ford Focus

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

T40 FBAMOT history

T40 FBA is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 23 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,870 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 FBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
23 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 FBA was last recorded at 84,870 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 7,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,555 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,315 miles
Average per year
5,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,870 miles
  • 2025 – 77,555 miles
  • 2024 – 69,982 miles
  • 2023 – 59,100 miles
  • 2022 – 51,395 miles
  • 2021 – 45,063 miles
  • 2020 – 42,112 miles
  • 2019 – 39,416 miles
  • 2018 – 35,363 miles
  • 2017 – 31,174 miles
  • 2016 – 26,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,870 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,870 miles
    Test number
    361436936377
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail84,868 miles (+7,313)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,868 miles
    Test number
    144330800980
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass77,555 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    216952028247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bolt on brace behind sub frame corroded (marked yellow)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components corroded

  4. Fail77,555 miles (+7,573)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    281725016921
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bolt on brace behind sub frame corroded (marked yellow)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components corroded

  5. Pass69,982 miles (+98)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    69,982 miles
    Test number
    335359173416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail69,884 miles (+10,784)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    728090996204
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass59,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,100 miles
    Test number
    789483706653
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail59,099 miles (+7,704)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,099 miles
    Test number
    969949796000
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass51,395 miles (+6,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,395 miles
    Test number
    994680062868
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass45,063 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    379639943126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,130 miles (+2,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    44,130 miles
    Test number
    127663361654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass42,112 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    42,112 miles
    Test number
    179753706087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    320927864225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,416 miles (+4,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    273587297941
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass35,363 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    35,363 miles
    Test number
    464019399498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,174 miles (+4,461)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    272607016711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,713 miles
    Test number
    721458527371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Questions about T40 FBA

Does T40 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 FBA is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 FBA?
The MOT on T40 FBA is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 FBA done?
T40 FBA was recorded at 84,870 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 5,636 miles a year.
Has T40 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 FBA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 FBA 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 T40 FBA find?
T40 FBA passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear subframe corroded.

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