
Ford Focus
Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc
T538 OWBMOT history
T538 OWB is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 108,977 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 29 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 108,977 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
- MOT tests
- 33
- 20 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 4,073 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T538 OWB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 1 Jul 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jul 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T538 OWB was last recorded at 108,977 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 108,221 miles · 19 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 756 miles
- Average per year
- 4,073 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 108,977 miles
- 2024 – 108,221 miles
- 2023 – 107,494 miles
- 2022 – 106,170 miles
- 2021 – 103,701 miles
- 2020 – 103,348 miles
- 2019 – 100,981 miles
- 2018 – 98,573 miles
- 2017 – 95,501 miles
- 2016 – 92,808 miles
- 2015 – 88,608 miles
- 2014 – 84,231 miles
- 2013 – 79,735 miles
- 2012 – 75,509 miles
- 2011 – 70,610 miles
- 2010 – 63,123 miles
- 2009 – 54,741 miles
- 2008 – 45,756 miles
- 2007 – 39,191 miles
- 2006 – 31,441 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor7 MOTs, 2021–2024
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023
Both headlamps have poor beam image
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
33 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass108,977 miles (+756)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 108,977 miles
- Test number
- 138771523647
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass108,221 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 108,221 miles
- Test number
- 684214473023
- MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth headlamps have poor beam image
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail108,221 miles (+727)3 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,221 miles
- Test number
- 874732309102
- MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
- MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth headlamps have poor beam image
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass107,494 miles (+8)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 107,494 miles
- Test number
- 235209262148
- MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth headlamps have poor beam image
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail107,486 miles (+1,316)1 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,486 miles
- Test number
- 179400567834
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth headlamps have poor beam image
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass106,170 miles (+2,469)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 106,170 miles
- Test number
- 981703824550
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass103,701 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 103,701 miles
- Test number
- 257451224985
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp beam pattern is poor
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail103,701 miles (+353)4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,701 miles
- Test number
- 765496340835
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp beam pattern is poor
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass103,348 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 103,348 miles
- Test number
- 944470920700
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail103,344 miles (+2,363)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,344 miles
- Test number
- 101680338093
- DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured drop link snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken snapped (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken snapped (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass100,981 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 100,981 miles
- Test number
- 495154131298
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ON LIMITS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail100,981 miles (+2,408)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,981 miles
- Test number
- 310058591428
- Repaired at testCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ON LIMITS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass98,573 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 98,573 miles
- Test number
- 477510518774
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryFuel hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail98,573 miles (+3,072)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,573 miles
- Test number
- 200169738752
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryFuel hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass95,501 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 95,501 miles
- Test number
- 828201358029
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel tracing (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Fail95,501 miles (+2,693)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,501 miles
- Test number
- 202494046133
- 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)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel tracing (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass92,808 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 92,808 miles
- Test number
- 392342079151
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail92,808 miles (+4,200)9 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,808 miles
- Test number
- 968855241161
- FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 228 N/S 291 O/S (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass88,608 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 88,608 miles
- Test number
- 618692405285
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
Fail88,607 miles (+4,376)8 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,607 miles
- Test number
- 439982005288
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass84,231 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 84,231 miles
- Test number
- 936324804203
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Fail84,231 miles (+4,496)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,231 miles
- Test number
- 399174204476
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass79,735 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 79,735 miles
- Test number
- 216929293461
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail79,735 miles (+4,226)2 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,735 miles
- Test number
- 206339793189
- 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)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass75,509 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 75,509 miles
- Test number
- 749593612219
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,508 miles (+4,898)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,508 miles
- Test number
- 249432012287
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass70,610 miles (+7,487)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 70,610 miles
- Test number
- 788226701285
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
Pass63,123 miles (+8,382)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 63,123 miles
- Test number
- 343644900434
- DangerousScreen wash switch faulty/intermittent operation
Pass54,741 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 54,741 miles
- Test number
- 392322109225
- 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)
- NoteN/S/F body damaged
- NoteGear lever 'return' defective
Fail54,741 miles (+8,985)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,741 miles
- Test number
- 550312109222
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- 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)
- NoteN/S/F body damaged
- NoteGear lever 'return' defective
Pass45,756 miles (+6,565)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 45,756 miles
- Test number
- 761471498153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,191 miles (+7,750)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 39,191 miles
- Test number
- 562467407236
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteHeater flap noisy/fouling ?
- NoteTailgate lock trim missing
Pass31,441 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 31,441 miles
- Test number
- 583278096118
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T538 OWB
- Does T538 OWB currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T538 OWB expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T538 OWB?
- The MOT on T538 OWB expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T538 OWB done?
- T538 OWB was recorded at 108,977 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 4,073 miles a year.
- Has T538 OWB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T538 OWB has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
- Has the mileage on T538 OWB 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 T538 OWB find?
- T538 OWB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.
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