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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

T55 ELPMOT history

T55 ELP is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 67,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
67,421 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 ELP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 ELP was last recorded at 67,421 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,324 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
2,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,421 miles
  • 2024 – 67,324 miles
  • 2023 – 67,184 miles
  • 2022 – 66,954 miles
  • 2021 – 62,524 miles
  • 2020 – 59,907 miles
  • 2019 – 58,887 miles
  • 2018 – 58,276 miles
  • 2017 – 57,670 miles
  • 2016 – 56,812 miles
  • 2015 – 55,840 miles
  • 2012 – 55,658 miles
  • 2011 – 51,815 miles
  • 2010 – 44,790 miles
  • 2009 – 37,509 miles
  • 2008 – 32,862 miles
  • 2007 – 22,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,421 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,421 miles (+97)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    419852453553
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass67,324 miles (+140)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    541102691580
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass67,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,184 miles
    Test number
    999962209630
    • AdvisoryBlemish in front screen from glass repair

  4. Fail67,167 miles (+213)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    681202235652
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBlemish in front screen from glass repair

  5. Pass66,954 miles (+4,430)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,954 miles
    Test number
    803151041342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass62,524 miles (+2,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    159860884922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass59,907 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    158728569724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,887 miles (+611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,887 miles
    Test number
    499965261298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass58,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    878068378186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail58,276 miles (+606)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    778095992064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass57,670 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,670 miles
    Test number
    379415082683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,812 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,812 miles
    Test number
    591550781425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,840 miles
    Test number
    489657730777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,840 miles (+182)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,840 miles
    Test number
    789476526422
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass55,658 miles (+3,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    387508052471
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass51,815 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,815 miles
    Test number
    307420091084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail51,782 miles (+6,992)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,782 miles
    Test number
    307488681018
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass44,790 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    410956350056
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn & bald on inner edge

  19. Fail44,783 miles (+7,274)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    444514250089
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn & bald on inner edge

  20. Pass37,509 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,509 miles
    Test number
    260419869034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,862 miles
    Test number
    844748438080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,861 miles (+10,168)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,861 miles
    Test number
    801308238081
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass22,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,693 miles
    Test number
    622174837062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 ELP

Does T55 ELP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 ELP is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 ELP?
The MOT on T55 ELP is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 ELP done?
T55 ELP was recorded at 67,421 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 2,399 miles a year.
Has T55 ELP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 ELP has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 ELP 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 T55 ELP find?
T55 ELP passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; nearside power steering component has slight seepage from a component, and 4 more.

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