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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T716 LHBMOT history

T716 LHB is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
140,065 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T716 LHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T716 LHB was last recorded at 140,065 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,701 miles · 4 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,364 miles
Average per year
4,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,065 miles
  • 2024 – 137,701 miles
  • 2023 – 135,453 miles
  • 2022 – 129,992 miles
  • 2020 – 122,714 miles
  • 2019 – 117,146 miles
  • 2017 – 115,422 miles
  • 2016 – 111,236 miles
  • 2015 – 106,648 miles
  • 2014 – 105,311 miles
  • 2013 – 100,996 miles
  • 2012 – 94,592 miles
  • 2011 – 88,743 miles
  • 2010 – 82,860 miles
  • 2009 – 75,084 miles
  • 2008 – 67,940 miles
  • 2007 – 61,325 miles
  • 2006 – 55,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,065 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Some corrosion in both side rear inner sill panels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,065 miles (+2,364)1 dangerous9 major4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,065 miles
    Test number
    820425968444
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,701 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,701 miles
    Test number
    231432853357
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in both side rear inner sill panels
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in rear subframe

  3. Fail137,701 miles (+2,248)5 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,701 miles
    Test number
    710296364970
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in both side rear inner sill panels
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in rear subframe

  4. Pass135,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,453 miles
    Test number
    238413519967
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in both side rear inner sill panels
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  5. Fail135,453 miles (+5,461)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,453 miles
    Test number
    328877390218
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in both side rear inner sill panels
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  6. Pass129,992 miles (+7,278)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,992 miles
    Test number
    563484424965
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Front and Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass122,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,714 miles
    Test number
    669288214592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,714 miles (+5,507)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,714 miles
    Test number
    647484007901
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass117,207 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,207 miles
    Test number
    743738873457
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail117,207 miles (+61)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,207 miles
    Test number
    587220820646
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass117,146 miles (+1,724)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    117,146 miles
    Test number
    966116476442
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side

  12. Pass115,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    115,422 miles
    Test number
    738685375655
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail115,422 miles (+4,186)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,422 miles
    Test number
    992404178884
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to major exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass111,236 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    755321981012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside

  15. Fail111,236 miles (+4,588)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    909538915258
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside

  16. Pass106,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    356232527180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split

  17. Fail106,648 miles (+1,337)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    351008868373
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split

  18. Pass105,311 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,311 miles
    Test number
    479185644442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail105,311 miles (+4,315)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,311 miles
    Test number
    239815444301
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass100,996 miles (+6,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    100,996 miles
    Test number
    856109523395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass94,592 miles (+5,849)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    94,592 miles
    Test number
    116159322310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,743 miles (+5,883)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,743 miles
    Test number
    519146911313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSome deteration in both side front discs

  23. Pass82,860 miles (+7,776)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    671147910307
    • NoteBoth side headlight lenses detereiorating.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  24. Pass75,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    75,084 miles
    Test number
    592657209328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,084 miles (+7,144)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,084 miles
    Test number
    701857609326
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOff side rear brake binding slightly

  26. Pass67,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,940 miles
    Test number
    272058078041
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail67,940 miles (+6,615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,940 miles
    Test number
    372288178048
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail61,325 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,325 miles
    Test number
    181101277426
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass61,325 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,325 miles
    Test number
    480891577009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass55,273 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,273 miles
    Test number
    814182366014
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r brake caliper slides . †rear exhaust outer skin rusting , wiper blades †slight smearing .

Questions about T716 LHB

Does T716 LHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T716 LHB expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T716 LHB?
The MOT on T716 LHB expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T716 LHB done?
T716 LHB was recorded at 140,065 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,117 miles a year.
Has T716 LHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T716 LHB has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T716 LHB 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 T716 LHB find?
T716 LHB failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 4 minor defects and 12 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel, and 23 more.

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