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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T71 AVCMOT history

T71 AVC is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 203,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2024
Mileage
203,427 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T71 AVC
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
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T71 AVC was last recorded at 203,427 miles on 5 Jan 2023, 15,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,383 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
15,044 miles
Average per year
9,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 203,427 miles
  • 2021 – 188,383 miles
  • 2020 – 173,667 miles
  • 2019 – 158,396 miles
  • 2018 – 141,616 miles
  • 2017 – 125,292 miles
  • 2015 – 90,709 miles
  • 2014 – 80,534 miles
  • 2013 – 78,232 miles
  • 2012 – 75,438 miles
  • 2011 – 70,139 miles
  • 2009 – 65,932 miles
  • 2008 – 59,674 miles
  • 2007 – 52,618 miles
  • 2006 – 43,746 miles
  • 2005 – 36,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,427 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 inner sill to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass203,427 miles (+15,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,427 miles
    Test number
    399417800306
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 inner sill to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass188,383 miles (+14,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    188,383 miles
    Test number
    187269053946
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play track rod end

  3. Pass173,667 miles (+15,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    173,667 miles
    Test number
    555613281349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,396 miles
    Test number
    692489779953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,396 miles (+16,780)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,396 miles
    Test number
    405975540702
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass141,616 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,616 miles
    Test number
    654167506464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,526 miles (+16,234)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,526 miles
    Test number
    573244539543
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    539825772242
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under body trays

  9. Fail125,292 miles (+15,979)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    633997799806
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle imbalance 34% (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under body trays

  10. Pass109,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,313 miles
    Test number
    786256819802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,313 miles (+18,604)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,313 miles
    Test number
    864052889406
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass90,709 miles (+10,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    952183576026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass80,534 miles (+2,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,534 miles
    Test number
    905344054347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass78,232 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,232 miles
    Test number
    259231753397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,438 miles (+2,127)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,438 miles
    Test number
    675213552385
    • NoteFront and Rear registration plates damaged and deteriorated.

  16. Pass73,311 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,311 miles
    Test number
    409563602078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and Rear registration plates deteriorated.
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail73,311 miles (+3,172)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,311 miles
    Test number
    309073002035
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and Rear registration plates deteriorated.
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass70,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    70,139 miles
    Test number
    766194601004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,139 miles (+4,207)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,139 miles
    Test number
    329484101026
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,932 miles
    Test number
    183756559304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,932 miles (+6,258)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,932 miles
    Test number
    222666359391
    • 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)

  22. Pass59,674 miles (+7,056)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,674 miles
    Test number
    583344868331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,618 miles (+8,872)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,618 miles
    Test number
    970755667343
    • NoteWipers are smearing.

  24. Pass43,746 miles (+7,498)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,746 miles
    Test number
    133112466317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,248 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,248 miles
    Test number
    143346906437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,134 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,134 miles
    Test number
    872674465340
    • FailureRear 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 T71 AVC

Does T71 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T71 AVC expired on 8 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T71 AVC?
The MOT on T71 AVC expired on 8 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T71 AVC done?
T71 AVC was recorded at 203,427 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2023, an average of 9,832 miles a year.
Has T71 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T71 AVC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T71 AVC 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 T71 AVC find?
T71 AVC passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 inner sill to wheel arch.

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