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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T556 RHWMOT history

T556 RHW is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
105,247 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T556 RHW
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
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T556 RHW was last recorded at 105,247 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 5,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,838 miles · 28 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
5,409 miles
Average per year
5,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,247 miles
  • 2022 – 99,838 miles
  • 2021 – 94,595 miles
  • 2020 – 89,154 miles
  • 2019 – 81,697 miles
  • 2018 – 72,425 miles
  • 2017 – 62,098 miles
  • 2016 – 53,815 miles
  • 2015 – 37,009 miles
  • 2014 – 18,426 miles
  • 2012 – 18,368 miles
  • 2011 – 18,026 miles
  • 2010 – 17,511 miles
  • 2009 – 16,970 miles
  • 2008 – 16,332 miles
  • 2007 – 15,551 miles
  • 2006 – 14,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,247 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRust on rear inner wing

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 headlight (beam image)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rust on rear brake back plates

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,247 miles (+5,409)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,247 miles
    Test number
    919087993870
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust on rear inner wing

  2. Pass99,838 miles (+54)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,838 miles
    Test number
    668717815937
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust on rear brake back plates
    • AdvisoryRust on rear inner wings

  3. Fail99,784 miles (+5,189)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,784 miles
    Test number
    756907601395
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust on rear brake back plates
    • AdvisoryRust on rear inner wings

  4. Pass94,595 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    94,595 miles
    Test number
    202997555840
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on subframes +suspension arms

  5. Fail94,595 miles (+5,441)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,595 miles
    Test number
    509293235152
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on subframes +suspension arms

  6. Pass89,154 miles (+211)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    89,154 miles
    Test number
    159187949036
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust on rear shocker mounts

  7. Fail88,943 miles (+7,246)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,943 miles
    Test number
    658254169954
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryRust on rear shocker mounts

  8. Pass81,697 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    81,697 miles
    Test number
    311571465887
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  9. Fail81,697 miles (+9,272)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,697 miles
    Test number
    790272787968
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  10. Pass72,425 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,425 miles
    Test number
    199778863303
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)

  11. Fail72,414 miles (+10,316)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,414 miles
    Test number
    535070460631
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight (beam image)

  12. Pass62,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    132751684120
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s headlight

  13. Fail62,098 miles (+8,283)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    164306745077
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s headlight

  14. Pass53,815 miles (+16,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,815 miles
    Test number
    614701754247
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,009 miles (+18,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,009 miles
    Test number
    868615685061
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass18,426 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    18,426 miles
    Test number
    516523594033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail18,368 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,368 miles
    Test number
    389694652381
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust sections (not serious this m/o/t)

  18. Pass18,368 miles (+342)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    18,368 miles
    Test number
    847664152304
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust sections (not serious this m/o/t)

  19. Pass18,026 miles (+515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    18,026 miles
    Test number
    807305051351
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass17,511 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    17,511 miles
    Test number
    630444240386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,970 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,970 miles
    Test number
    734283249383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,332 miles
    Test number
    272847548340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,332 miles (+781)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,332 miles
    Test number
    362916748329
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteADVISE EXHAUST CORRODED (CENTRE BOX)

  24. Pass15,551 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    15,551 miles
    Test number
    174536547352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    14,862 miles
    Test number
    942734356344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T556 RHW

Does T556 RHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T556 RHW expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T556 RHW?
The MOT on T556 RHW expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T556 RHW done?
T556 RHW was recorded at 105,247 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 5,590 miles a year.
Has T556 RHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T556 RHW has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T556 RHW 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 T556 RHW find?
T556 RHW passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp insecure; windscreen wiper blade defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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