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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T696 SYAMOT history

T696 SYA is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 159,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
159,312 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T696 SYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T696 SYA was last recorded at 159,312 miles on 20 Aug 2024, 5,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,695 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5,617 miles
Average per year
5,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,312 miles
  • 2023 – 153,695 miles
  • 2022 – 152,850 miles
  • 2020 – 145,377 miles
  • 2019 – 135,619 miles
  • 2018 – 125,726 miles
  • 2017 – 116,585 miles
  • 2016 – 109,327 miles
  • 2015 – 100,903 miles
  • 2014 – 94,785 miles
  • 2013 – 86,745 miles
  • 2012 – 78,008 miles
  • 2011 – 70,453 miles
  • 2010 – 67,416 miles
  • 2009 – 65,853 miles
  • 2008 – 62,092 miles
  • 2007 – 56,429 miles
  • 2006 – 51,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,312 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside mirror insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,312 miles (+5,617)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    159,312 miles
    Test number
    103894001031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,695 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,695 miles
    Test number
    187393546417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,850 miles (+7,473)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,850 miles
    Test number
    738468542045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass145,377 miles (+9,758)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,377 miles
    Test number
    816425317575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,619 miles
    Test number
    169561507350
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail135,619 miles (+9,893)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,619 miles
    Test number
    769098502578
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass125,726 miles (+9,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,726 miles
    Test number
    765471013345
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,585 miles (+150)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,585 miles
    Test number
    521688937863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror insecure but not likely to fall off

  9. Fail116,435 miles (+7,108)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,435 miles
    Test number
    680646062262
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror insecure but not likely to fall off

  10. Pass109,327 miles (+156)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    109,327 miles
    Test number
    725591373044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail109,171 miles (+8,268)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,171 miles
    Test number
    964890574565
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass100,903 miles (+6,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,903 miles
    Test number
    927492826885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area . (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch . (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryD/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted .

  13. Pass94,785 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    94,785 miles
    Test number
    738843034217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail94,785 miles (+8,040)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,785 miles
    Test number
    109362734229
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass86,745 miles (+8,737)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,745 miles
    Test number
    167352403140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,008 miles (+7,555)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    738966452040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,453 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,453 miles
    Test number
    149470451496
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass70,453 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,453 miles
    Test number
    955260951033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,416 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    184852260071
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  20. Pass67,416 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    521602960052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,853 miles (+3,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,853 miles
    Test number
    161548869033
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass62,092 miles (+5,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,092 miles
    Test number
    384003668055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass56,429 miles (+4,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    843587767030
    • NoteSlight roughness to o/s rear wheel bearing

  24. Pass51,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,494 miles
    Test number
    361520276057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T696 SYA

Does T696 SYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T696 SYA expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T696 SYA?
The MOT on T696 SYA expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T696 SYA done?
T696 SYA was recorded at 159,312 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2024, an average of 5,845 miles a year.
Has T696 SYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T696 SYA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on T696 SYA 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 T696 SYA find?
T696 SYA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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