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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T487 ETFMOT history

T487 ETF is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 51,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2024
Mileage
51,876 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 ETF
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T487 ETF was last recorded at 51,876 miles on 21 Sept 2023, 2,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,203 miles · 22 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,673 miles
Average per year
1,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 51,876 miles
  • 2022 – 49,203 miles
  • 2021 – 48,446 miles
  • 2020 – 48,106 miles
  • 2019 – 47,107 miles
  • 2018 – 45,880 miles
  • 2017 – 44,666 miles
  • 2016 – 43,631 miles
  • 2015 – 42,242 miles
  • 2014 – 40,873 miles
  • 2013 – 39,339 miles
  • 2012 – 38,224 miles
  • 2011 – 36,624 miles
  • 2010 – 35,641 miles
  • 2009 – 33,651 miles
  • 2008 – 31,359 miles
  • 2007 – 28,998 miles
  • 2006 – 26,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,876 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop link bush's perishing

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,876 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    831405966796
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop link bush's perishing

  2. Fail51,876 miles (+2,673)5 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    494434717980
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop link bush's perishing

  3. Pass49,203 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    49,203 miles
    Test number
    541891427269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,446 miles (+340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,446 miles
    Test number
    962189602755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass48,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    440642787259
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail48,106 miles (+999)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    337242230413
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass47,107 miles (+1,227)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,107 miles
    Test number
    873618360051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,880 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,880 miles
    Test number
    313718015261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,666 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,666 miles
    Test number
    298352744213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,631 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,631 miles
    Test number
    390764117741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,242 miles (+1,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,242 miles
    Test number
    406891625153
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass40,873 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,873 miles
    Test number
    345952024105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,339 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,339 miles
    Test number
    787242923165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,224 miles (+1,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,224 miles
    Test number
    248561422198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass36,624 miles (+983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,624 miles
    Test number
    715208411195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass35,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,641 miles
    Test number
    672178520109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,641 miles (+1,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,641 miles
    Test number
    434587320185
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass33,651 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,651 miles
    Test number
    963945829128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,359 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,359 miles
    Test number
    564123328147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,998 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,998 miles
    Test number
    290274027414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,521 miles
    Test number
    291375926473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,521 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,521 miles
    Test number
    571445726184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T487 ETF

Does T487 ETF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T487 ETF expired on 22 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T487 ETF?
The MOT on T487 ETF expired on 22 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T487 ETF done?
T487 ETF was recorded at 51,876 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2023, an average of 1,459 miles a year.
Has T487 ETF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 ETF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T487 ETF 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 T487 ETF find?
T487 ETF passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn edges, and 4 more.

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