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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T477 JHBMOT history

T477 JHB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 94,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2026
Mileage
94,426 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T477 JHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T477 JHB was last recorded at 94,426 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 1,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,911 miles · 4 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,515 miles
Average per year
2,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,426 miles
  • 2024 – 92,911 miles
  • 2023 – 91,549 miles
  • 2022 – 90,043 miles
  • 2021 – 87,662 miles
  • 2020 – 85,599 miles
  • 2019 – 82,805 miles
  • 2018 – 79,959 miles
  • 2017 – 77,464 miles
  • 2016 – 76,194 miles
  • 2015 – 74,394 miles
  • 2014 – 73,328 miles
  • 2013 – 72,109 miles
  • 2012 – 70,351 miles
  • 2011 – 67,943 miles
  • 2010 – 65,499 miles
  • 2009 – 63,788 miles
  • 2008 – 60,616 miles
  • 2007 – 57,301 miles
  • 2006 – 54,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,426 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s deteriorating

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s trailing arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,426 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,426 miles
    Test number
    628641551789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,426 miles (+1,515)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,426 miles
    Test number
    275152466194
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,911 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    359793199894
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,911 miles (+1,362)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    596762396160
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,549 miles (+1,506)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    491984844142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking in tread pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on edges

  6. Pass90,043 miles (+21)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,043 miles
    Test number
    315539576778
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail90,022 miles (+2,360)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,022 miles
    Test number
    494537361907
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,662 miles (+6)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    501409989252
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear section of sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear section of arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s sill covers fitted

  9. Fail87,656 miles (+2,057)3 major2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,656 miles
    Test number
    709250854268
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear section of sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear section of arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s sill covers fitted

  10. Pass85,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,599 miles
    Test number
    784000634187
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail85,599 miles (+2,794)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,599 miles
    Test number
    616059213384
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,805 miles (+2,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,805 miles
    Test number
    682854797217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass79,959 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,959 miles
    Test number
    173113508522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,464 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,464 miles
    Test number
    715909073751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,194 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    961313104936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,394 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    199248605473
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail74,394 miles (+1,066)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    468398805069
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass73,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    117134414057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail73,328 miles (+1,219)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    156184114036
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass72,109 miles (+1,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,109 miles
    Test number
    269311513065
    • NoteO/s/& n/s headlamps slightly dull

  21. Pass70,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    698232312079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,351 miles (+2,408)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    358692312014
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust outer layer hanging down
    • NoteO/s & n/s headlight slightly out of immage
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre splits in tread no cords showing

  23. Pass67,943 miles (+2,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,943 miles
    Test number
    435384611081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass65,499 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,499 miles
    Test number
    220408010054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,788 miles (+3,172)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,788 miles
    Test number
    270826119057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,616 miles (+3,315)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,616 miles
    Test number
    183378718004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,301 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,301 miles
    Test number
    384387517006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,290 miles (+2,301)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,290 miles
    Test number
    741295517090
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass54,989 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    861620886096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail54,935 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,935 miles
    Test number
    952055976042
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T477 JHB

Does T477 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T477 JHB expired on 17 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T477 JHB?
The MOT on T477 JHB expired on 17 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T477 JHB done?
T477 JHB was recorded at 94,426 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 2,098 miles a year.
Has T477 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T477 JHB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T477 JHB 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 T477 JHB find?
T477 JHB passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, and 5 more.

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