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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T542 ETFMOT history

T542 ETF is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
132,012 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 ETF
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
19 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 ETF was last recorded at 132,012 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,011 miles · 13 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,012 miles
  • 2021 – 130,551 miles
  • 2020 – 128,616 miles
  • 2019 – 122,832 miles
  • 2018 – 118,152 miles
  • 2017 – 113,718 miles
  • 2016 – 108,269 miles
  • 2015 – 99,547 miles
  • 2014 – 92,010 miles
  • 2012 – 90,812 miles
  • 2011 – 85,376 miles
  • 2010 – 75,642 miles
  • 2009 – 68,527 miles
  • 2008 – 63,249 miles
  • 2007 – 55,036 miles
  • 2006 – 46,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,012 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH BEAM IMAGES DETERIORATED (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL FLEXI HOSE FERRULES CORRODED (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED ALL ROUND VEHICLE (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BLOW BEHIND FLEXI SECTION (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRAILING ARM BUSHES UNBONDING (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play PLAY NOTED - ONLY JUST PASSED (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive INNER SILL CORRODED WITHIN 30CM OF REAR SUSP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,012 miles (+1)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,012 miles
    Test number
    298032103745
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH BEAM IMAGES DETERIORATED (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 FLEXI HOSE FERRULES CORRODED (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED ALL ROUND VEHICLE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BLOW BEHIND FLEXI SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRAILING ARM BUSHES UNBONDING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play PLAY NOTED - ONLY JUST PASSED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive INNER SILL CORRODED WITHIN 30CM OF REAR SUSP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail132,011 miles (+1,460)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,011 miles
    Test number
    828049626326
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended SEAT BELT WON'T BUCKLE (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken BOTH REAR SPRINGS BROKEN LOWER COILS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH BEAM IMAGES DETERIORATED (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 FLEXI HOSE FERRULES CORRODED (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED ALL ROUND VEHICLE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BLOW BEHIND FLEXI SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRAILING ARM BUSHES UNBONDING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play PLAY NOTED - ONLY JUST PASSED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive INNER SILL CORRODED WITHIN 30CM OF REAR SUSP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,551 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,551 miles
    Test number
    183773497061
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SLIGHT BLOW AT FLEXI SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL PIPE TOWARD FLEXI HOSE CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL PIPES CORRODED IN SEVERAL AREAS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail130,551 miles (+1,935)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,551 miles
    Test number
    843334841998
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SLIGHT BLOW AT FLEXI SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL PIPE TOWARD FLEXI HOSE CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material METAL PIPES CORRODED IN SEVERAL AREAS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,616 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    878202236596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail128,614 miles (+5,782)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,614 miles
    Test number
    709416989898
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,832 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,832 miles
    Test number
    516160075847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    118,152 miles
    Test number
    850093894934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,152 miles (+4,434)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,152 miles
    Test number
    237774152028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass113,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,718 miles
    Test number
    458658788852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,717 miles (+5,448)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,717 miles
    Test number
    561262488002
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass108,269 miles (+8,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,269 miles
    Test number
    747948922585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass99,547 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,547 miles
    Test number
    696902465108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,010 miles (+1,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,010 miles
    Test number
    835952164151
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass90,812 miles (+5,436)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,812 miles
    Test number
    257785242170
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  16. Pass85,376 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    655685461194
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  17. Fail85,376 miles (+9,734)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    787125061117
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  18. Pass75,642 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,642 miles
    Test number
    413126560129
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteRear tyres staring to perish

  19. Fail75,642 miles (+7,115)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,642 miles
    Test number
    781436260151
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteRear tyres staring to perish

  20. Pass68,527 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,527 miles
    Test number
    701486669120
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  21. Fail68,527 miles (+5,278)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,527 miles
    Test number
    632916869147
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteHand brake travel slightly high

  22. Fail63,249 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,249 miles
    Test number
    223838268475
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Pass63,249 miles (+8,213)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    63,249 miles
    Test number
    533658468116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass55,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,036 miles
    Test number
    503100487198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,036 miles (+8,175)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,036 miles
    Test number
    210430287436
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  26. Fail46,861 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    604801676125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass46,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    644611776194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T542 ETF

Does T542 ETF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 ETF expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 ETF?
The MOT on T542 ETF expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 ETF done?
T542 ETF was recorded at 132,012 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 5,160 miles a year.
Has T542 ETF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 ETF has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T542 ETF 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 T542 ETF find?
T542 ETF passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both beam images deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexi hose ferrules corroded, and 10 more.

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