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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T583 ABTMOT history

T583 ABT is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 63,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2024
Mileage
63,150 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T583 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T583 ABT was last recorded at 63,150 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 8,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,011 miles · 24 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
8,139 miles
Average per year
2,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 63,150 miles
  • 2023 – 55,011 miles
  • 2022 – 46,385 miles
  • 2021 – 35,753 miles
  • 2020 – 29,928 miles
  • 2018 – 26,688 miles
  • 2017 – 25,968 miles
  • 2016 – 25,789 miles
  • 2015 – 24,152 miles
  • 2014 – 22,529 miles
  • 2013 – 21,191 miles
  • 2012 – 19,926 miles
  • 2011 – 18,430 miles
  • 2010 – 16,829 miles
  • 2009 – 15,598 miles
  • 2008 – 14,349 miles
  • 2007 – 13,341 miles
  • 2006 – 12,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail63,150 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Close to top mounting rear strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Close to top mounting rear strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear, outer seats

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail63,150 miles (+8,139)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,150 miles
    Test number
    979394098570
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Close to top mounting rear strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Close to top mounting rear strut (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Pass55,011 miles (+8,626)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    142978660188
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBackbox outer skin heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass46,385 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    46,385 miles
    Test number
    243334429110
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear, outer seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail46,384 miles (+10,631)3 dangerous7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,384 miles
    Test number
    271767536648
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Only just made out beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Only just made out beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear, outer seats
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass35,753 miles (+5,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    35,753 miles
    Test number
    233934191085
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass29,928 miles (+3,240)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    29,928 miles
    Test number
    913261775166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass26,688 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    26,688 miles
    Test number
    269569843419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass25,968 miles (+179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    25,968 miles
    Test number
    831572542748
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear suspension

  9. Pass25,789 miles (+1,637)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    25,789 miles
    Test number
    275898429244
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded pipes to rear hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroding

  10. Pass24,152 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,152 miles
    Test number
    969902665178
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteRear sub frame corroded

  11. Fail24,150 miles (+1,621)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,150 miles
    Test number
    647461765136
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteRear sub frame corroded

  12. Pass22,529 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,529 miles
    Test number
    927866154154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,191 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,191 miles
    Test number
    975900773186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,926 miles (+1,496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,926 miles
    Test number
    786350472129
    • NoteAdvise middle and back box exhuast very corroded.

  15. Pass18,430 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,430 miles
    Test number
    706705771149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,829 miles (+1,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    16,829 miles
    Test number
    722565370175
    • NoteCam belt due 10 years or 100k

  17. Pass15,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,598 miles
    Test number
    714330879167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,598 miles (+1,249)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,598 miles
    Test number
    724720279134
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass14,349 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,349 miles
    Test number
    992430078150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,341 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,341 miles
    Test number
    233040677448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,321 miles
    Test number
    853029356108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T583 ABT

Does T583 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T583 ABT expired on 19 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T583 ABT?
The MOT on T583 ABT expired on 19 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T583 ABT done?
T583 ABT was recorded at 63,150 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 2,861 miles a year.
Has T583 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T583 ABT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T583 ABT 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 T583 ABT find?
T583 ABT failed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with 4 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle.; offside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 10 more.

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