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Ford Focus

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T656 BTYMOT history

T656 BTY is a green diesel Ford Focus first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2024
Mileage
160,362 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 BTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 BTY was last recorded at 160,362 miles on 7 Jun 2023, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,307 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
5,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,362 miles
  • 2022 – 157,152 miles
  • 2021 – 153,096 miles
  • 2020 – 148,798 miles
  • 2019 – 142,847 miles
  • 2018 – 138,224 miles
  • 2017 – 133,417 miles
  • 2016 – 127,422 miles
  • 2015 – 120,465 miles
  • 2014 – 114,081 miles
  • 2013 – 109,253 miles
  • 2010 – 105,194 miles
  • 2009 – 96,789 miles
  • 2008 – 91,942 miles
  • 2007 – 80,658 miles
  • 2006 – 76,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,362 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,362 miles (+55)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,362 miles
    Test number
    172122530359
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail160,307 miles (+3,155)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,307 miles
    Test number
    488709504849
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass157,152 miles (+4,056)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    157,152 miles
    Test number
    495884367130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass153,096 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    153,096 miles
    Test number
    445951826365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail153,064 miles (+4,266)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,064 miles
    Test number
    545628290401
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass148,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    148,798 miles
    Test number
    836393132729
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail148,798 miles (+5,951)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,798 miles
    Test number
    830108010201
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,847 miles (+4,623)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,847 miles
    Test number
    429797260620
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass138,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    138,224 miles
    Test number
    180547690781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,224 miles (+4,807)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,224 miles
    Test number
    798961030588
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass133,417 miles (+5,995)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    133,417 miles
    Test number
    896967485723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    127,422 miles
    Test number
    990180250952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,422 miles (+6,957)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,422 miles
    Test number
    473401682867
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass120,465 miles (+6,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    120,465 miles
    Test number
    697822685014
    • 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)

  15. Pass114,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,081 miles
    Test number
    879748694066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,081 miles (+4,828)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,081 miles
    Test number
    118067794087
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFuel filler pipes rusted

  17. Pass109,253 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,253 miles
    Test number
    757208093016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,251 miles (+4,057)9 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,251 miles
    Test number
    556864093020
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass105,194 miles (+8,405)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    105,194 miles
    Test number
    143909050232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,789 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    96,789 miles
    Test number
    513341769292
    • NoteAnti slip provision slightly worn .

  21. Fail96,789 miles (+4,847)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,789 miles
    Test number
    714949759210
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAnti slip provision slightly worn .

  22. Pass91,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,942 miles
    Test number
    382862368495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,942 miles (+11,284)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,942 miles
    Test number
    320921268230
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

  24. Pass80,658 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,658 miles
    Test number
    484086107437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    463051176216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,419 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    601151276214
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T656 BTY

Does T656 BTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T656 BTY expired on 16 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T656 BTY?
The MOT on T656 BTY expired on 16 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T656 BTY done?
T656 BTY was recorded at 160,362 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2023, an average of 5,030 miles a year.
Has T656 BTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 BTY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T656 BTY 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 T656 BTY find?
T656 BTY passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2023 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side, and 2 more.

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