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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T487 FJWMOT history

T487 FJW is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 177,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2022
Mileage
177,547 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 FJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T487 FJW was last recorded at 177,547 miles on 9 Aug 2022, 1,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,696 miles · 11 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,851 miles
Average per year
6,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 177,547 miles
  • 2021 – 175,696 miles
  • 2020 – 174,004 miles
  • 2019 – 171,972 miles
  • 2018 – 168,302 miles
  • 2017 – 162,270 miles
  • 2016 – 155,561 miles
  • 2015 – 146,933 miles
  • 2014 – 140,538 miles
  • 2013 – 134,002 miles
  • 2012 – 126,742 miles
  • 2011 – 119,848 miles
  • 2010 – 112,572 miles
  • 2009 – 106,140 miles
  • 2008 – 99,132 miles
  • 2007 – 89,240 miles
  • 2006 – 79,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,547 miles
  • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished and worn on inner and outer edges
  • AdvisoryRear inner sills and general underside quite rusty

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear inner sills rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,547 miles (+1,851)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,547 miles
    Test number
    465644576157
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished and worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills and general underside quite rusty

  2. Pass175,696 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    175,696 miles
    Test number
    733307327272
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills rusty

  3. Fail175,614 miles (+1,610)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,614 miles
    Test number
    523084914365
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills rusty

  4. Pass174,004 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    174,004 miles
    Test number
    273348424043
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail174,004 miles (+2,032)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,004 miles
    Test number
    746113756855
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass171,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    171,972 miles
    Test number
    555387933190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail171,972 miles (+3,670)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,972 miles
    Test number
    323616039171
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass168,302 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    168,302 miles
    Test number
    508879972766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass162,270 miles (+6,709)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    162,270 miles
    Test number
    627297048337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass155,561 miles (+8,628)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    155,561 miles
    Test number
    299611596464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass146,933 miles (+6,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,933 miles
    Test number
    687786405209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass140,538 miles (+6,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    140,538 miles
    Test number
    999843794123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,002 miles (+7,260)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    134,002 miles
    Test number
    678101103258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,742 miles (+6,894)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    126,742 miles
    Test number
    297647682463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,848 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    119,848 miles
    Test number
    818280591192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,572 miles (+6,432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,572 miles
    Test number
    953001290184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,140 miles (+7,008)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    106,140 miles
    Test number
    462916299178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,132 miles (+9,892)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,132 miles
    Test number
    770532818236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,240 miles (+10,158)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    89,240 miles
    Test number
    203073777477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,082 miles
    Test number
    190842886178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T487 FJW

Does T487 FJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T487 FJW expired on 10 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T487 FJW?
The MOT on T487 FJW expired on 10 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T487 FJW done?
T487 FJW was recorded at 177,547 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2022, an average of 6,113 miles a year.
Has T487 FJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 FJW has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T487 FJW 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 FJW find?
T487 FJW failed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2022 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside stop lamp(s) not working; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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