Ford logo

Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T431 SBJMOT history

T431 SBJ is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
113,339 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,667 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T431 SBJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T431 SBJ
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T431 SBJ was last recorded at 113,339 miles on 27 Nov 2023, 4,812 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,527 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,812 miles
Average per year
4,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,339 miles
  • 2022 – 108,527 miles
  • 2021 – 97,863 miles
  • 2019 – 86,899 miles
  • 2018 – 78,940 miles
  • 2017 – 70,793 miles
  • 2016 – 64,155 miles
  • 2015 – 57,893 miles
  • 2014 – 52,982 miles
  • 2013 – 49,357 miles
  • 2012 – 45,414 miles
  • 2011 – 43,056 miles
  • 2010 – 40,462 miles
  • 2009 – 37,390 miles
  • 2008 – 35,157 miles
  • 2007 – 33,003 miles
  • 2006 – 31,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,339 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,339 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,339 miles
    Test number
    954248640185
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail113,339 miles (+4,812)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,339 miles
    Test number
    501362231429
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass108,527 miles (+10,664)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,527 miles
    Test number
    958430497067
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass97,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    718698178382
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail97,863 miles (+10,964)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,863 miles
    Test number
    858526247676
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass86,899 miles (+7,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,899 miles
    Test number
    724875358494
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes to n/s/f and o/s/r corroded
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak around rack

  7. Pass78,940 miles (+8,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,940 miles
    Test number
    860694761672
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  8. Pass70,793 miles (+6,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,793 miles
    Test number
    160748006017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrod
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear

  9. Pass64,155 miles (+6,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,155 miles
    Test number
    511124797524
    • AdvisoryExhaust box rusty
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edge

  10. Pass57,893 miles (+4,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,893 miles
    Test number
    319526805179
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass52,982 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,982 miles
    Test number
    496605904173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,357 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,357 miles
    Test number
    647647803153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,414 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    998322502169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,056 miles (+2,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,056 miles
    Test number
    346166101147
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass40,462 miles (+3,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,462 miles
    Test number
    424820700164
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass37,390 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,390 miles
    Test number
    222977909144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,157 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,157 miles
    Test number
    142819508141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,003 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,003 miles
    Test number
    822434807192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,087 miles
    Test number
    623283306148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T431 SBJ

Does T431 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T431 SBJ expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T431 SBJ?
The MOT on T431 SBJ expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T431 SBJ done?
T431 SBJ was recorded at 113,339 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2023, an average of 4,667 miles a year.
Has T431 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T431 SBJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T431 SBJ 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 T431 SBJ find?
T431 SBJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T431 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.