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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T609 MVWMOT history

T609 MVW is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 90,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
90,986 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T609 MVW
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
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T609 MVW was last recorded at 90,986 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 1,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,502 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,484 miles
Average per year
2,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,986 miles
  • 2024 – 89,502 miles
  • 2023 – 88,076 miles
  • 2022 – 86,405 miles
  • 2021 – 84,487 miles
  • 2020 – 81,854 miles
  • 2019 – 78,790 miles
  • 2018 – 78,462 miles
  • 2017 – 77,803 miles
  • 2016 – 77,227 miles
  • 2015 – 76,291 miles
  • 2014 – 74,946 miles
  • 2013 – 73,865 miles
  • 2012 – 72,540 miles
  • 2011 – 71,102 miles
  • 2010 – 68,997 miles
  • 2009 – 66,719 miles
  • 2008 – 58,767 miles
  • 2007 – 50,997 miles
  • 2006 – 43,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,986 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,986 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    700010191797
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,986 miles (+1,484)2 repaired4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    672418395593
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,502 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,502 miles
    Test number
    597169178210
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail89,502 miles (+1,426)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,502 miles
    Test number
    556238260427
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass88,076 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,076 miles
    Test number
    980808105492
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail88,073 miles (+1,668)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,073 miles
    Test number
    362245783235
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass86,405 miles (+1,918)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,405 miles
    Test number
    572546707687
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass84,487 miles (+2,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,487 miles
    Test number
    878537245496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,854 miles (+3,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,854 miles
    Test number
    177754809374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass78,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,790 miles
    Test number
    987644165239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail78,790 miles (+328)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,790 miles
    Test number
    996986418138
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass78,462 miles (+659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    969930429481
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass77,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    111095675830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,823 miles (+596)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,823 miles
    Test number
    803905780020
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass77,227 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,227 miles
    Test number
    646078557628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,212 miles (+921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,212 miles
    Test number
    588002573002
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass76,291 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,291 miles
    Test number
    591358896204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,275 miles (+1,329)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    459481099539
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass74,946 miles (+1,081)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,946 miles
    Test number
    367191264269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    528260063235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,865 miles (+2)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    219210663242
    • FailureFront Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnable to carry out smoke test

  22. Fail73,863 miles (+1,323)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    335239353242
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass72,540 miles (+1,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,540 miles
    Test number
    275536262279
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail71,102 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    196848751276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass71,102 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    938948351291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,997 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,997 miles
    Test number
    560241160212
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass68,997 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,997 miles
    Test number
    634831360259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass66,719 miles (+7,952)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    384499469435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail58,767 miles8 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,767 miles
    Test number
    200540058020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass58,767 miles (+7,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,767 miles
    Test number
    554310658032
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass50,997 miles (+7,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,997 miles
    Test number
    140842457478
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass43,357 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,357 miles
    Test number
    684165856036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail43,324 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,324 miles
    Test number
    810964456045
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about T609 MVW

Does T609 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T609 MVW expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T609 MVW?
The MOT on T609 MVW expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T609 MVW done?
T609 MVW was recorded at 90,986 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 2,435 miles a year.
Has T609 MVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T609 MVW has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T609 MVW 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 T609 MVW find?
T609 MVW passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 4 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 7 more.

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