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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T707 ARUMOT history

T707 ARU is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 106,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2026
Mileage
106,271 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T707 ARU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T707 ARU was last recorded at 106,271 miles on 23 Jan 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,235 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,271 miles
  • 2024 – 101,709 miles
  • 2023 – 97,028 miles
  • 2021 – 94,442 miles
  • 2020 – 92,603 miles
  • 2019 – 90,678 miles
  • 2018 – 86,343 miles
  • 2017 – 82,307 miles
  • 2016 – 76,836 miles
  • 2015 – 72,043 miles
  • 2014 – 68,281 miles
  • 2013 – 64,162 miles
  • 2012 – 60,021 miles
  • 2011 – 56,031 miles
  • 2010 – 51,949 miles
  • 2009 – 48,663 miles
  • 2008 – 44,574 miles
  • 2007 – 40,762 miles
  • 2006 – 37,354 miles
  • 2005 – 34,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,271 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bushes unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,271 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    106,271 miles
    Test number
    739322232775
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bushes unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail106,235 miles (+4,526)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,235 miles
    Test number
    985118987969
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bushes unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,709 miles (+4,681)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,709 miles
    Test number
    930165963343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit 1.6mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise near side front headlamp aim deteriorating
    • AdvisoryAdvise near side rear and near side front tyres starting to perish

  4. Pass97,028 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,028 miles
    Test number
    637945798268
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail97,028 miles (+2,586)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,028 miles
    Test number
    294619772872
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,442 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,442 miles
    Test number
    811892891401
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail94,439 miles (+1,836)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,439 miles
    Test number
    580256839798
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass92,603 miles (+1,925)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,603 miles
    Test number
    769169877613
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass90,678 miles (+4,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,678 miles
    Test number
    862640731100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass86,343 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,343 miles
    Test number
    955794117444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,307 miles
    Test number
    825161677858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,307 miles (+5,471)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,307 miles
    Test number
    587496030262
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass76,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    658920739694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,836 miles (+4,793)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    183766150715
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

  15. Pass72,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    228802719849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,043 miles (+3,762)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    599715275235
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass68,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,281 miles
    Test number
    228902344343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,281 miles (+4,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,281 miles
    Test number
    767662144355
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass64,162 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,162 miles
    Test number
    767756643302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,021 miles
    Test number
    625627542311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,021 miles (+3,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,021 miles
    Test number
    715407742351
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass56,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,031 miles
    Test number
    105079641395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,031 miles (+4,082)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,031 miles
    Test number
    986809341358
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass51,949 miles (+3,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,949 miles
    Test number
    860167340384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass48,663 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,663 miles
    Test number
    553980959311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,574 miles (+3,812)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,574 miles
    Test number
    634820558335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,762 miles (+3,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,762 miles
    Test number
    720466747322
    • 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)

  28. Pass37,354 miles (+2,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    37,354 miles
    Test number
    731752346389
    • 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)

  29. Pass34,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,564 miles
    Test number
    431149745390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail34,564 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,564 miles
    Test number
    393629045322
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T707 ARU

Does T707 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T707 ARU expired on 22 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T707 ARU?
The MOT on T707 ARU expired on 22 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T707 ARU done?
T707 ARU was recorded at 106,271 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2025, an average of 3,753 miles a year.
Has T707 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T707 ARU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T707 ARU 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 T707 ARU find?
T707 ARU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bushes unbonded.

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