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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T489 JGVMOT history

T489 JGV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 23 of 39 MOT tests, with 151,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
151,731 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
39
23 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 JGV
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
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 JGV was last recorded at 151,731 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2020: 142,785 miles, lower than 142,787 miles on 6 Jul 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,730 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,731 miles
  • 2025 – 150,575 miles
  • 2024 – 149,318 miles
  • 2023 – 147,909 miles
  • 2022 – 146,390 miles
  • 2021 – 144,576 miles
  • 2020 – 142,785 miles
  • 2019 – 138,995 miles
  • 2018 – 132,638 miles
  • 2017 – 128,866 miles
  • 2016 – 122,487 miles
  • 2015 – 118,696 miles
  • 2014 – 112,716 miles
  • 2013 – 106,449 miles
  • 2012 – 102,369 miles
  • 2011 – 97,753 miles
  • 2010 – 92,463 miles
  • 2009 – 86,642 miles
  • 2008 – 80,113 miles
  • 2007 – 74,000 miles
  • 2006 – 64,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,731 miles
  • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Various metal pipes are corroded underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parts under vehicle corroded / deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

39 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,731 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    151,731 miles
    Test number
    608063374331
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail151,730 miles (+1,155)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,730 miles
    Test number
    876757215107
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass150,575 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    150,575 miles
    Test number
    873186196917
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank fill pipes heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail150,575 miles (+1,257)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,575 miles
    Test number
    680064170754
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank fill pipes heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass149,318 miles (+1,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,318 miles
    Test number
    393711827214
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass147,909 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,909 miles
    Test number
    808544502886
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious metal pipes are corroded underneath

  7. Fail147,886 miles (+1,496)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,886 miles
    Test number
    432192036897
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious metal pipes are corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryVarious places are corroded underneath

  8. Pass146,390 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,390 miles
    Test number
    681140017262
    • AdvisoryParts under vehicle corroded / deteriorating
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Fail146,388 miles (+1,812)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,388 miles
    Test number
    247341196014
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured link (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParts under vehicle corroded / deteriorating
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass144,576 miles (+1,791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    144,576 miles
    Test number
    166447971214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass142,785 miles (-2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,785 miles
    Test number
    907282792934
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating / leaking
    • AdvisoryExhaust emiting smoke
    • AdvisorySome brake pies deteriorating / poor

  12. Fail142,787 miles (+3,792)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,787 miles
    Test number
    591353878771
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating / leaking
    • AdvisoryExhaust emiting smoke
    • AdvisorySome brake pies deteriorating / poor

  13. Pass138,995 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,995 miles
    Test number
    878873983313
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre near limit
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Fail138,990 miles (+6,352)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,990 miles
    Test number
    963976290106
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre near limit
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  15. Pass132,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,638 miles
    Test number
    540800007774
    • Advisory30% rear brake imbalance (limit) ,,, o/s low
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes deteriorating

  16. Fail132,637 miles (+3,771)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,637 miles
    Test number
    423642050659
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Advisory30% rear brake imbalance (limit) ,,, o/s low
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes deteriorating

  17. Pass128,866 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,866 miles
    Test number
    379583104150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,239 miles (+5,752)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    128,239 miles
    Test number
    762899866267
    • Advisory30% rear brake imbalance ,,,o/s low
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded rears (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes deteriorating ,,, will need attention
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryParts under vehicle corroding
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  19. Pass122,487 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,487 miles
    Test number
    818503736391
    • AdvisoryNear side front anti-roll bar link has play
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOff side front lower ball joint appears to be sitting low in suspension arm
    • AdvisoryOff side front side light dull
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre slightly out of shape

  20. Fail122,487 miles (+3,791)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,487 miles
    Test number
    657653594402
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNear side front anti-roll bar link has play
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOff side front lower ball joint appears to be sitting low in suspension arm
    • AdvisoryOff side front side light dull
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre slightly out of shape

  21. Pass118,696 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,696 miles
    Test number
    796245835139
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOff side front brake pipe corroded

  22. Fail118,696 miles (+5,980)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,696 miles
    Test number
    218795135159
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket 50% broken
    • NoteOff side front brake pipe corroded
    • NoteP.a.s. fluid low

  23. Fail112,716 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,716 miles
    Test number
    536808924120
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  24. Pass112,716 miles (+6,267)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,716 miles
    Test number
    555088524170
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  25. Pass106,449 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    106,449 miles
    Test number
    267434423133
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail106,449 miles (+4,080)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,449 miles
    Test number
    695064623133
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass102,369 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,369 miles
    Test number
    126170242199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass97,753 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,753 miles
    Test number
    378768591079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Fail97,656 miles (+5,193)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,656 miles
    Test number
    177757281474
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass92,463 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    164323360095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail92,463 miles (+5,821)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    561713960084
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass86,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,642 miles
    Test number
    764066469084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail86,642 miles (+6,529)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,642 miles
    Test number
    131676569024
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  34. Pass80,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    473370378017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail80,113 miles (+6,113)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    332140178081
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  36. Fail74,000 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    281204567023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  37. Pass74,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    644234867006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Pass74,000 miles (+9,038)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    121954167464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Pass64,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,962 miles
    Test number
    761936176000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 JGV

Does T489 JGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T489 JGV is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T489 JGV?
The MOT on T489 JGV is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T489 JGV done?
T489 JGV was recorded at 151,731 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 4,288 miles a year.
Has T489 JGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 JGV has failed 16 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T489 JGV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T489 JGV find?
T489 JGV passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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