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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T525 JBLMOT history

T525 JBL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2025
Mileage
87,689 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T525 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T525 JBL was last recorded at 87,689 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 1,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,866 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,823 miles
Average per year
2,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,689 miles
  • 2023 – 85,866 miles
  • 2022 – 84,197 miles
  • 2021 – 82,104 miles
  • 2020 – 80,647 miles
  • 2019 – 78,807 miles
  • 2018 – 75,931 miles
  • 2017 – 73,049 miles
  • 2016 – 72,040 miles
  • 2015 – 70,538 miles
  • 2014 – 67,945 miles
  • 2013 – 65,152 miles
  • 2012 – 61,934 miles
  • 2011 – 58,579 miles
  • 2010 – 54,548 miles
  • 2009 – 51,236 miles
  • 2008 – 48,107 miles
  • 2007 – 45,227 miles
  • 2006 – 39,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,689 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded badly (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded badly and flexi joint poor
  • AdvisoryFloor sills and underside corroded badlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,689 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,689 miles
    Test number
    190871073233
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded badly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded badly and flexi joint poor
    • AdvisoryFloor sills and underside corroded badly

  2. Fail87,689 miles (+1,823)1 dangerous2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,689 miles
    Test number
    881533785453
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded badly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded badly and flexi joint poor
    • AdvisoryFloor sills and underside corroded badly

  3. Pass85,866 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,866 miles
    Test number
    238097293045
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading badly (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded badly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi joint in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryFloor sills and underside corroded badly

  4. Fail85,866 miles (+1,669)1 dangerous2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,866 miles
    Test number
    412435376625
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading badly (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both very poor (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both corroded badly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryFloor sills and underside corroded badly

  5. Pass84,197 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    162623459318
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  6. Fail84,197 miles (+2,093)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    794076123337
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  7. Pass82,104 miles (+1,457)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,104 miles
    Test number
    293802315555
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fading (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  8. Pass80,647 miles (+1,840)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,647 miles
    Test number
    844296364705
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses fading (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Pass78,807 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,807 miles
    Test number
    812901829660
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dim (4.7.1 (b) (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 corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fading (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside coroded

  10. Fail78,807 miles (+2,876)3 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,807 miles
    Test number
    613141508445
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dim (4.7.1 (b) (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 corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fading (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside coroded

  11. Pass75,931 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,931 miles
    Test number
    785799469099
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  12. Fail75,931 miles (+2,882)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,931 miles
    Test number
    124708065030
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  13. Pass73,049 miles (+1,009)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,049 miles
    Test number
    369432038901
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror in poor condition
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses faded and in poor condition

  14. Pass72,040 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,040 miles
    Test number
    921732296988
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights faded
    • AdvisorySlight weep from steering rack

  15. Pass70,538 miles (+2,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    393022195523
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryHeadlights faded

  16. Fail67,945 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,945 miles
    Test number
    395155204396
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses faded

  17. Pass67,945 miles (+2,793)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,945 miles
    Test number
    398035204312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses faded

  18. Pass65,152 miles (+3,218)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    786709093269
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses fading
    • NoteExhaust rosty
    • NoteOffside mirror cover missing

  19. Pass61,934 miles (+3,355)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,934 miles
    Test number
    625891102349
    • NoteExhaust very rusty and weak

  20. Pass58,579 miles (+4,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    569607591282
    • NoteExhaust very rusty and weak

  21. Pass54,548 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    491438790201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,236 miles (+3,129)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,236 miles
    Test number
    420986699283
    • NoteExhaust very rusty and weak
    • NoteRear brake pads very low

  23. Pass48,107 miles (+2,880)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,107 miles
    Test number
    603355798275
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing and low on tread
    • NoteExhaust very rusty and weak
    • NoteOffside front tyre on limits

  24. Pass45,227 miles (+6,049)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,227 miles
    Test number
    164659797244
    • NoteExhaust very rusty and weak
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  25. Pass39,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,178 miles
    Test number
    403553996068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T525 JBL

Does T525 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T525 JBL expired on 2 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T525 JBL?
The MOT on T525 JBL expired on 2 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T525 JBL done?
T525 JBL was recorded at 87,689 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 2,611 miles a year.
Has T525 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T525 JBL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T525 JBL 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 T525 JBL find?
T525 JBL passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both fading; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all, and 11 more.

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