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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T481 JHBMOT history

T481 JHB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 192,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
192,833 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T481 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
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T481 JHB was last recorded at 192,833 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,825 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,833 miles
  • 2025 – 188,388 miles
  • 2024 – 186,139 miles
  • 2023 – 183,340 miles
  • 2022 – 177,865 miles
  • 2021 – 171,980 miles
  • 2020 – 169,176 miles
  • 2019 – 167,344 miles
  • 2018 – 162,898 miles
  • 2017 – 158,500 miles
  • 2016 – 152,137 miles
  • 2015 – 143,011 miles
  • 2014 – 140,089 miles
  • 2013 – 136,375 miles
  • 2012 – 128,616 miles
  • 2011 – 123,270 miles
  • 2010 – 117,814 miles
  • 2009 – 108,434 miles
  • 2008 – 99,360 miles
  • 2007 – 91,034 miles
  • 2006 – 79,319 miles
  • 2005 – 69,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,833 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test allRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,833 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    192,833 miles
    Test number
    567912927422
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all

  2. Fail192,825 miles (+4,437)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,825 miles
    Test number
    676731115793
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all

  3. Pass188,388 miles (+2,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    188,388 miles
    Test number
    352991291937
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced In front of rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass186,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    186,139 miles
    Test number
    658982453253
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested

  5. Fail186,139 miles (+2,799)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,139 miles
    Test number
    832678977469
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested

  6. Pass183,340 miles (+5,475)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    183,340 miles
    Test number
    778487100626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,865 miles (+5,885)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    177,865 miles
    Test number
    511618447715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,980 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    171,980 miles
    Test number
    680659723693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,176 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    169,176 miles
    Test number
    239288789648
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak to steering rack

  10. Pass167,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    167,344 miles
    Test number
    808562385139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail167,344 miles (+4,446)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,344 miles
    Test number
    503167791373
    • Repaired at testPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass162,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,898 miles
    Test number
    414562019666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,897 miles (+4,397)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,897 miles
    Test number
    496370566145
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel foot and hand (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass158,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,500 miles
    Test number
    563666696849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail158,500 miles (+6,363)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,500 miles
    Test number
    659813546403
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass152,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    152,137 miles
    Test number
    581625294138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail152,136 miles (+9,125)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,136 miles
    Test number
    200286471112
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  18. Pass143,011 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    143,011 miles
    Test number
    405000952269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail142,976 miles (+2,887)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,976 miles
    Test number
    901635215271
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass140,089 miles (+3,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    140,089 miles
    Test number
    238136264232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass136,375 miles (+7,759)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    136,375 miles
    Test number
    485643413493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel filler pipe corroded
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteO.s.f brake pad clip not in correct position

  22. Pass128,616 miles (+5,346)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    965029322330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear seats removed and rear seat belts

  23. Pass123,270 miles (+7)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    123,270 miles
    Test number
    145490421321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteDog cage fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of seatbelts.
    • NoteSlight oil leak around timing belt area

  24. Fail123,263 miles (+5,449)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,263 miles
    Test number
    629818611314
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteDog cage fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of seatbelts.
    • NoteSlight oil leak around timing belt area

  25. Fail117,814 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    483326920489
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass117,814 miles (+9,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    860226420350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass108,434 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    108,434 miles
    Test number
    924575939377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail108,421 miles (+9,061)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,421 miles
    Test number
    480760739417
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  29. Pass99,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    990539928314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  30. Fail99,360 miles (+8,326)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    491799928383
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  31. Pass91,034 miles (+11,715)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    91,034 miles
    Test number
    993382137388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass79,319 miles (+9,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,319 miles
    Test number
    290269556176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass69,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    69,783 miles
    Test number
    463624165111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T481 JHB

Does T481 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T481 JHB is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T481 JHB?
The MOT on T481 JHB is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T481 JHB done?
T481 JHB was recorded at 192,833 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,782 miles a year.
Has T481 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T481 JHB has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T481 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 T481 JHB find?
T481 JHB passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all.

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