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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,392 cc

T545 VAXMOT history

T545 VAX is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 191,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2022
Mileage
191,815 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T545 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T545 VAX was last recorded at 191,815 miles on 17 Nov 2021, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,814 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 191,815 miles
  • 2020 – 191,079 miles
  • 2019 – 188,362 miles
  • 2018 – 184,203 miles
  • 2017 – 181,605 miles
  • 2016 – 180,871 miles
  • 2015 – 178,976 miles
  • 2014 – 176,976 miles
  • 2013 – 174,937 miles
  • 2012 – 172,853 miles
  • 2011 – 170,901 miles
  • 2010 – 138,476 miles
  • 2009 – 119,090 miles
  • 2008 – 99,948 miles
  • 2007 – 79,803 miles
  • 2006 – 60,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,815 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM TREAD BUT SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM TREAD AND WORN ON EDGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front suspension coils spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear suspension coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,815 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,815 miles
    Test number
    970344238064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM TREAD BUT SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail191,814 miles (+735)4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,814 miles
    Test number
    457848594394
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM TREAD BUT SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4MM TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass191,079 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    191,079 miles
    Test number
    724031037290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM TREAD AND 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail191,078 miles (+2,716)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,078 miles
    Test number
    375755988885
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX HOLED (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM TREAD AND 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass188,362 miles (+300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    188,362 miles
    Test number
    601729343997
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil
    • AdvisoryFront suspension coils spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  6. Fail188,062 miles (+3,859)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,062 miles
    Test number
    685397259367
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil
    • AdvisoryFront suspension coils spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  7. Pass184,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    184,203 miles
    Test number
    986290276698
    • AdvisoryRear suspension surface corrosion

  8. Fail184,203 miles (+2,598)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,203 miles
    Test number
    555761057944
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension surface corrosion

  9. Pass181,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    181,605 miles
    Test number
    527778916439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail181,605 miles (+734)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,605 miles
    Test number
    226679778547
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass180,871 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    180,871 miles
    Test number
    807849412117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass178,976 miles (+2,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    178,976 miles
    Test number
    487452691613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre - worn on inner edge

  13. Pass176,976 miles (+2,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    176,976 miles
    Test number
    975554604368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass174,937 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    174,937 miles
    Test number
    859409503351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass172,853 miles (+1,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    172,853 miles
    Test number
    278397912323
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass170,901 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    170,901 miles
    Test number
    159224331310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail170,897 miles (+15,083)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,897 miles
    Test number
    285002231339
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass155,814 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    155,814 miles
    Test number
    448775711022
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFuel filler pipework corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offside rack end

  19. Fail155,814 miles (+17,338)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,814 miles
    Test number
    659985611059
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFuel filler pipework corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offside rack end

  20. Pass138,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    138,476 miles
    Test number
    584494010089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail138,476 miles (+19,386)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,476 miles
    Test number
    863463810089
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass119,090 miles (+19,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    492524219037
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass99,948 miles (+20,145)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    99,948 miles
    Test number
    621161228074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,803 miles
    Test number
    801170717004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,782 miles (+19,264)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,782 miles
    Test number
    921390517016
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass60,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,518 miles
    Test number
    992118816063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T545 VAX

Does T545 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T545 VAX expired on 29 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T545 VAX?
The MOT on T545 VAX expired on 29 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T545 VAX done?
T545 VAX was recorded at 191,815 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2021, an average of 8,294 miles a year.
Has T545 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T545 VAX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T545 VAX 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 T545 VAX find?
T545 VAX passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2021 with 11 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm tread but smooth on inner edge 185/60/14, and 8 more.

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