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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,388 cc

T500 LEDMOT history

T500 LED is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2022
Mileage
108,364 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 LED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T500 LED was last recorded at 108,364 miles on 2 Aug 2022, 1,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,697 miles · 28 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,667 miles
Average per year
4,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,364 miles
  • 2021 – 106,697 miles
  • 2020 – 105,491 miles
  • 2019 – 102,733 miles
  • 2018 – 100,318 miles
  • 2017 – 98,393 miles
  • 2016 – 96,279 miles
  • 2015 – 88,374 miles
  • 2014 – 87,601 miles
  • 2013 – 85,235 miles
  • 2012 – 78,990 miles
  • 2011 – 78,167 miles
  • 2010 – 72,293 miles
  • 2009 – 66,600 miles
  • 2008 – 59,254 miles
  • 2007 – 52,289 miles
  • 2006 – 44,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,364 miles
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,364 miles (+1,667)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,364 miles
    Test number
    369598984029
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass106,697 miles (+1,206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,697 miles
    Test number
    336777369393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,491 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,491 miles
    Test number
    168811493458
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail105,490 miles (+2,757)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,490 miles
    Test number
    721917458981
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on outer sills

  5. Pass102,733 miles (+2,415)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,733 miles
    Test number
    512935591703
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass100,318 miles (+1,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    779501860362
    • AdvisoryRaised imbalance of rear service brake

  7. Pass98,393 miles (+2,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,393 miles
    Test number
    109541208204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S front fog light not working

  8. Pass96,279 miles (+7,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,279 miles
    Test number
    259495565725
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass88,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    88,374 miles
    Test number
    368259935109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail88,374 miles (+773)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,374 miles
    Test number
    939799935168
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,601 miles
    Test number
    526027054164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,601 miles (+2,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,601 miles
    Test number
    986097654176
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass85,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,235 miles
    Test number
    238191463403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,235 miles (+6,245)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,235 miles
    Test number
    238341763186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass78,990 miles (+823)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,990 miles
    Test number
    197303762114
    • NoteSome corrosion to underside of vehicle

  16. Pass78,167 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    78,167 miles
    Test number
    707151141368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,983 miles (+5,690)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,983 miles
    Test number
    448790931447
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass72,293 miles (+5,693)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,293 miles
    Test number
    230370230341
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass66,600 miles (+7,346)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    624921739300
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass59,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,254 miles
    Test number
    473082338394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,254 miles (+6,965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,254 miles
    Test number
    674202338344
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass52,289 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    52,289 miles
    Test number
    354104837388
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePark brake adjustment advised, vehicle has just met mot standard for reserve travel

  23. Fail52,289 miles (+7,598)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,289 miles
    Test number
    403324737337
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePark brake adjustment advised, vehicle has just met mot standard for reserve travel

  24. Pass44,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    182638416384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail44,691 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    933038816382
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing on sidewalls

Questions about T500 LED

Does T500 LED currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 LED expired on 4 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 LED?
The MOT on T500 LED expired on 4 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 LED done?
T500 LED was recorded at 108,364 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2022, an average of 4,052 miles a year.
Has T500 LED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 LED has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T500 LED 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 T500 LED find?
T500 LED failed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 7 more.

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