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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T511 VKEMOT history

T511 VKE is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2022
Mileage
113,107 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T511 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T511 VKE was last recorded at 113,107 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 12,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,029 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
12,078 miles
Average per year
2,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,107 miles
  • 2021 – 101,029 miles
  • 2019 – 97,096 miles
  • 2018 – 87,588 miles
  • 2017 – 81,995 miles
  • 2016 – 81,984 miles
  • 2015 – 81,981 miles
  • 2014 – 81,974 miles
  • 2013 – 81,959 miles
  • 2012 – 81,818 miles
  • 2011 – 81,694 miles
  • 2010 – 81,392 miles
  • 2009 – 80,872 miles
  • 2008 – 79,882 miles
  • 2007 – 74,779 miles
  • 2006 – 68,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,107 miles
  • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
  • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected dripping out (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear drum and backing plate damp, evidence of brake cylinder leaking
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury bottom rear of wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear attachment for lower arm on subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (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))
  • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both nearside pipe to hose joins loose (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail113,107 miles (+12,078)8 dangerous11 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,107 miles
    Test number
    873254821259
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected dripping out (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear drum and backing plate damp, evidence of brake cylinder leaking
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury bottom rear of wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear attachment for lower arm on subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (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))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both nearside pipe to hose joins loose (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass101,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,029 miles
    Test number
    219045547962
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail101,029 miles (+3,933)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,029 miles
    Test number
    700560611581
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass97,096 miles (+83)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    417235715913
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 52% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail97,013 miles (+9,425)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,013 miles
    Test number
    290087687449
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Biased to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 15% Passed on locks (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,588 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    110464243485
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All four (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  7. Fail87,588 miles (+5,593)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    784119143439
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted All four (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  8. Pass81,995 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,995 miles
    Test number
    364592763030
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system very rusty (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt oil coated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Pass81,984 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,984 miles
    Test number
    669655747634
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating & corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner cv gaiter deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum

  10. Pass81,981 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    248701785109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust system.

  11. Fail81,981 miles (+7)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    547721985125
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust system.

  12. Pass81,974 miles (+15)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,974 miles
    Test number
    926549284139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade end split
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust system.

  13. Pass81,959 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,959 miles
    Test number
    357341193143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,818 miles (+124)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,818 miles
    Test number
    208925982445
    • NoteExhaust;; centre silencer in poor condition

  15. Pass81,694 miles (+302)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,694 miles
    Test number
    297013091497
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteTyres;; offside front tyre cracking on inner sidewall

  16. Pass81,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,392 miles
    Test number
    954630090152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,392 miles (+520)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,392 miles
    Test number
    990249480175
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass80,872 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,872 miles
    Test number
    211643479485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,882 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    900106168151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,779 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,779 miles
    Test number
    772001187137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    68,935 miles
    Test number
    591535096173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T511 VKE

Does T511 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T511 VKE expired on 21 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T511 VKE?
The MOT on T511 VKE expired on 21 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T511 VKE done?
T511 VKE was recorded at 113,107 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 2,836 miles a year.
Has T511 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T511 VKE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T511 VKE 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 T511 VKE find?
T511 VKE failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 8 dangerous defects, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: brake fluid not visible; front brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% axle 1; nearside front inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 18 more.

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