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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T432 ABVMOT history

T432 ABV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2022
Mileage
142,249 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2021
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T432 ABV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T432 ABV was last recorded at 142,249 miles on 23 Nov 2021, 2,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,088 miles · 18 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,161 miles
Average per year
4,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 142,249 miles
  • 2020 – 140,088 miles
  • 2019 – 137,251 miles
  • 2018 – 133,498 miles
  • 2017 – 129,896 miles
  • 2016 – 126,488 miles
  • 2015 – 123,250 miles
  • 2013 – 111,379 miles
  • 2012 – 103,922 miles
  • 2011 – 97,543 miles
  • 2010 – 91,396 miles
  • 2009 – 87,288 miles
  • 2008 – 83,661 miles
  • 2007 – 76,863 miles
  • 2006 – 68,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,249 miles
  • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Slight play o/s fr hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,249 miles (+2,161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,249 miles
    Test number
    948162187141
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass140,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,088 miles
    Test number
    125323606819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail140,087 miles (+2,836)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,087 miles
    Test number
    106804910139
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold snapped off (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass137,251 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,251 miles
    Test number
    102453443361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail137,251 miles (+3,753)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,251 miles
    Test number
    288352678698
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass133,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,498 miles
    Test number
    389515345834
    • AdvisoryO/s/f drive shaft gearbox seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield becoming loose
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint has a slight blow

  7. Fail133,498 miles (+3,602)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,498 miles
    Test number
    150426002914
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front and rear brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f drive shaft gearbox seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield becoming loose
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint has a slight blow

  8. Pass129,896 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,896 miles
    Test number
    846717915820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,895 miles (+3,407)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,895 miles
    Test number
    290629733566
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass126,488 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    268249085464
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s fr hub

  11. Fail126,478 miles (+3,228)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,478 miles
    Test number
    941916597700
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s fr hub

  12. Pass123,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    123,250 miles
    Test number
    902848241044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,250 miles (+2,678)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,250 miles
    Test number
    377900623395
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass120,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,572 miles
    Test number
    179960875084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,572 miles (+9,193)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,572 miles
    Test number
    146669165062
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass111,379 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    111,379 miles
    Test number
    426304573224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,922 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    103,922 miles
    Test number
    115975512295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Fail103,922 miles (+6,379)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,922 miles
    Test number
    697115112236
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass97,543 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,543 miles
    Test number
    456656311227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,396 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,396 miles
    Test number
    121875510295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly cracked, front brake discs worn

  21. Fail91,394 miles (+4,106)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,394 miles
    Test number
    190784510245
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly cracked, front brake discs worn

  22. Pass87,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    87,288 miles
    Test number
    370282659231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,288 miles (+3,627)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,288 miles
    Test number
    723432459245
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass83,661 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    83,661 miles
    Test number
    864180788291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,863 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,863 miles
    Test number
    552442587275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass74,509 miles (+6,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,509 miles
    Test number
    213802307417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass68,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,046 miles
    Test number
    370824016175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,046 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,046 miles
    Test number
    793794116199
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T432 ABV

Does T432 ABV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T432 ABV expired on 22 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T432 ABV?
The MOT on T432 ABV expired on 22 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T432 ABV done?
T432 ABV was recorded at 142,249 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2021, an average of 4,762 miles a year.
Has T432 ABV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T432 ABV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T432 ABV 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 T432 ABV find?
T432 ABV passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2021 with 4 advisories: lower gearbox mounting defective; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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