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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T656 NBLMOT history

T656 NBL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 40,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
40,590 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 NBL was last recorded at 40,590 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Feb 2009: 28,685 miles, lower than 48,641 miles on 21 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
40,589 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,590 miles
  • 2025 – 40,026 miles
  • 2024 – 39,110 miles
  • 2023 – 37,716 miles
  • 2022 – 37,396 miles
  • 2021 – 37,214 miles
  • 2020 – 37,036 miles
  • 2019 – 36,811 miles
  • 2018 – 36,479 miles
  • 2017 – 36,091 miles
  • 2016 – 35,615 miles
  • 2015 – 34,861 miles
  • 2014 – 34,580 miles
  • 2013 – 34,006 miles
  • 2012 – 33,280 miles
  • 2011 – 32,520 miles
  • 2010 – 30,860 miles
  • 2009 – 28,685 miles
  • 2008 – 48,641 miles
  • 2007 – 24,906 miles
  • 2006 – 21,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,590 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,590 miles (+1)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    40,590 miles
    Test number
    656535505336
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail40,589 miles (+563)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,589 miles
    Test number
    792213202011
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass40,026 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    40,026 miles
    Test number
    785904427149
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filling pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail40,026 miles (+916)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,026 miles
    Test number
    567699309785
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filling pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass39,110 miles (+5)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    39,110 miles
    Test number
    766876062903
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail39,105 miles (+1,389)1 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    244498653230
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass37,716 miles (+320)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    37,716 miles
    Test number
    939666629707
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass37,396 miles (+182)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    37,396 miles
    Test number
    698320221106
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass37,214 miles (+178)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,214 miles
    Test number
    982006498594
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass37,036 miles (+225)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,036 miles
    Test number
    948275745456
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass36,811 miles (+332)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    706340089801
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass36,479 miles (+388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,479 miles
    Test number
    198090162754
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass36,091 miles (+476)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,091 miles
    Test number
    392864466075
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass35,615 miles (+754)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    644150129459
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass34,861 miles (+281)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,861 miles
    Test number
    578421355084
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass34,580 miles (+574)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,580 miles
    Test number
    376549744009
    • NoteBoth front discs worn
    • NoteBoth headlights deteriorated
    • NoteOffside inner cv boot loose
    • NoteCorosion to rear suspension

  17. Pass34,006 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,006 miles
    Test number
    737855843099
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Fail33,996 miles (+716)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    805924243029
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass33,280 miles (+760)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,280 miles
    Test number
    567048542041
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass32,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,520 miles
    Test number
    356723351052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,518 miles (+1,658)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,518 miles
    Test number
    689173151041
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass30,860 miles (+2,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,860 miles
    Test number
    733257350003
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust centre silencer

  23. Pass28,685 miles (-19,956)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,685 miles
    Test number
    163074059036
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from centre silencer

  24. Pass48,641 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,641 miles
    Test number
    283482958043
    • NoteSlight buckle n/s/r wheel rim
    • NoteSlight leak power steering pump area

  25. Fail26,772 miles (+1,866)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,772 miles
    Test number
    180032958451
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight buckle n/s/r wheel rim
    • NoteSlight leak power steering pump area

  26. Pass24,906 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,906 miles
    Test number
    873847057010
    • NoteRear pads getting low.
    • NoteSurface corrosion on rear box.

  27. Fail24,906 miles (+2,921)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,906 miles
    Test number
    721427257061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear pads getting low.
    • NoteSurface corrosion on rear box.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on inner edge (tyre is on the limit).
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 2mm on outer edge (close to limit).

  28. Fail21,985 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,985 miles
    Test number
    680111566035
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • NoteAll tyres unevenly worn

  29. Pass21,985 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,985 miles
    Test number
    900891766013
    • NoteAll tyres unevenly worn

Questions about T656 NBL

Does T656 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T656 NBL is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T656 NBL?
The MOT on T656 NBL is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T656 NBL done?
T656 NBL was recorded at 40,590 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 932 miles a year.
Has T656 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 NBL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T656 NBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T656 NBL find?
T656 NBL passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 7 more.

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