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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T557 MBLMOT history

T557 MBL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 73,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
73,968 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T557 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T557 MBL was last recorded at 73,968 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,069 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
1,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,968 miles
  • 2025 – 73,069 miles
  • 2024 – 71,560 miles
  • 2023 – 69,835 miles
  • 2022 – 68,956 miles
  • 2021 – 67,685 miles
  • 2020 – 67,291 miles
  • 2019 – 66,865 miles
  • 2018 – 66,338 miles
  • 2017 – 65,186 miles
  • 2016 – 64,447 miles
  • 2015 – 63,626 miles
  • 2014 – 63,021 miles
  • 2013 – 61,193 miles
  • 2012 – 59,860 miles
  • 2011 – 59,370 miles
  • 2010 – 57,303 miles
  • 2009 – 54,809 miles
  • 2008 – 52,509 miles
  • 2007 – 49,117 miles
  • 2006 – 46,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,968 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlights deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Headlights slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,968 miles (+899)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    73,968 miles
    Test number
    739829200310
    • 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 nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorated

  2. Pass73,069 miles (+1,509)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,069 miles
    Test number
    889252430519
    • 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 nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights slightly deteriorated

  3. Pass71,560 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,560 miles
    Test number
    206484756437
    • 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 front to rear nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail71,560 miles (+1,725)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,560 miles
    Test number
    590562732085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 front to rear nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,835 miles (+879)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,835 miles
    Test number
    835302374841
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights slightly deteriorated

  6. Pass68,956 miles (+1,271)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,956 miles
    Test number
    528374205820
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass67,685 miles (+394)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,685 miles
    Test number
    144619369494
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorated

  8. Pass67,291 miles (+426)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,291 miles
    Test number
    678007805809
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,865 miles (+527)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,865 miles
    Test number
    473783930046
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorated

  10. Pass66,338 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,338 miles
    Test number
    421311000978
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Fail66,338 miles (+1,152)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,338 miles
    Test number
    608789710956
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass65,186 miles (+739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,186 miles
    Test number
    297257098414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass64,447 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,447 miles
    Test number
    295509401715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  14. Fail64,447 miles (+821)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,447 miles
    Test number
    893339605491
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  15. Pass63,626 miles (+605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,626 miles
    Test number
    590950454823
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass63,021 miles (+1,828)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    809870134235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass61,193 miles (+1,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,193 miles
    Test number
    158877123259
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,860 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,860 miles
    Test number
    457540932234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail59,860 miles (+490)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,860 miles
    Test number
    487650332231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail59,370 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,370 miles
    Test number
    387101431286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass59,370 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,370 miles
    Test number
    579331031255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,303 miles (+2,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    851522730281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail54,809 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,809 miles
    Test number
    341131439201
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass54,809 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,809 miles
    Test number
    343441239494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,509 miles (+3,392)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    443923838244
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass49,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,117 miles
    Test number
    782143637296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,117 miles (+3,047)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,117 miles
    Test number
    472993237282
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Fail46,070 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,070 miles
    Test number
    673176716257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass46,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,070 miles
    Test number
    924026416293
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T557 MBL

Does T557 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T557 MBL is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T557 MBL?
The MOT on T557 MBL is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T557 MBL done?
T557 MBL was recorded at 73,968 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,392 miles a year.
Has T557 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T557 MBL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T557 MBL 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 T557 MBL find?
T557 MBL passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe, and 3 more.

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