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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T688 JBOMOT history

T688 JBO is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 113,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2023
Mileage
113,345 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T688 JBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T688 JBO was last recorded at 113,345 miles on 18 Jan 2023, 4,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2010: 30,357 miles, lower than 45,260 miles on 27 Mar 2009.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,603 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,742 miles
Average per year
4,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,345 miles
  • 2022 – 108,603 miles
  • 2021 – 103,008 miles
  • 2020 – 102,935 miles
  • 2019 – 96,131 miles
  • 2018 – 87,136 miles
  • 2017 – 84,568 miles
  • 2016 – 80,542 miles
  • 2015 – 72,129 miles
  • 2014 – 66,960 miles
  • 2013 – 62,645 miles
  • 2012 – 58,386 miles
  • 2011 – 54,768 miles
  • 2010 – 50,365 miles
  • 2009 – 45,260 miles
  • 2008 – 40,790 miles
  • 2007 – 37,337 miles
  • 2006 – 33,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,345 miles
  • MajorExhaust system insecure both centre and rear brackets snapped heat shield also loose (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Glazed over (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on chassis leg going up the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on chassis leg going up the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle arch liner loose (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box connection pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component whole rack has misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,345 miles (+4,742)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,345 miles
    Test number
    169725168098
    • MajorExhaust system insecure both centre and rear brackets snapped heat shield also loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Glazed over (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on chassis leg going up the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on chassis leg going up the side of the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle arch liner loose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box connection pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component whole rack has misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass108,603 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,603 miles
    Test number
    444354443276
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,603 miles (+5,595)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,603 miles
    Test number
    605569434169
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,008 miles (+73)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,008 miles
    Test number
    565043677230
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 limits (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,935 miles (+6,640)2 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,935 miles
    Test number
    534159737121
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 limits (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,295 miles (+164)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,295 miles
    Test number
    327008704588
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged n/s & o/s (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail96,131 miles (+8,995)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,131 miles
    Test number
    116384357468
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged n/s & o/s (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass87,136 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,136 miles
    Test number
    126747653409
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail87,126 miles (+2,558)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,126 miles
    Test number
    899919228630
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,568 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    455234524004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail84,551 miles (+4,009)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,551 miles
    Test number
    155599540067
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass80,542 miles (+8,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    231561165798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass72,129 miles (+5,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,129 miles
    Test number
    675687885051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass66,960 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    559414874018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded

  15. Fail66,960 miles (+4,315)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    999944074045
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront exhaust flexy deteriorated

  16. Pass62,645 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    919509783076
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll suspension components corroded

  17. Fail62,645 miles (+4,259)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    159009183486
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll suspension components corroded

  18. Pass58,386 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,386 miles
    Test number
    417126582066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail58,386 miles (+3,618)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,386 miles
    Test number
    115366882413
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass54,768 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,768 miles
    Test number
    728108381062
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split
    • NoteSlight oil seepage on steering rack

  21. Fail54,768 miles (+4,403)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,768 miles
    Test number
    328608081084
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split
    • NoteSlight oil seepage on steering rack

  22. Pass50,365 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,365 miles
    Test number
    282412780093
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded

  23. Fail30,357 miles (-14,903)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,357 miles
    Test number
    801132480052
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded

  24. Fail45,260 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,260 miles
    Test number
    433466789062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass45,260 miles (+4,470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,260 miles
    Test number
    933296089005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass40,790 miles (+3,453)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,790 miles
    Test number
    454156768071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leaking from steering rack

  27. Pass37,337 miles (+3,769)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,337 miles
    Test number
    162309387067
    • NoteNearside front tyre depth 2mm also worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorated
    • NoteSigns of oil steering rack area

  28. Pass33,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,568 miles
    Test number
    830101396065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,568 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,568 miles
    Test number
    703400196068
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSigns of oil p.a.s pump area
    • NoteSigns of oil steering rack area

Questions about T688 JBO

Does T688 JBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T688 JBO expired on 19 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T688 JBO?
The MOT on T688 JBO expired on 19 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T688 JBO done?
T688 JBO was recorded at 113,345 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2023, an average of 4,748 miles a year.
Has T688 JBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T688 JBO has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T688 JBO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T688 JBO find?
T688 JBO failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2023 with 12 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust system insecure both centre and rear brackets snapped heat shield also loose; nearside front headlamp aim not tested; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced glazed over, and 11 more.

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