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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T720 AFJMOT history

T720 AFJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 75,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2024
Mileage
75,015 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T720 AFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T720 AFJ was last recorded at 75,015 miles on 12 Dec 2023, 5,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2010: 6,986 miles, lower than 95,959 miles on 26 Jan 2010.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,595 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,420 miles
Average per year
723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,015 miles
  • 2022 – 69,595 miles
  • 2021 – 64,557 miles
  • 2020 – 61,058 miles
  • 2019 – 58,593 miles
  • 2018 – 53,743 miles
  • 2017 – 48,179 miles
  • 2016 – 44,120 miles
  • 2015 – 39,448 miles
  • 2014 – 33,368 miles
  • 2013 – 28,443 miles
  • 2012 – 22,850 miles
  • 2011 – 14,653 miles
  • 2010 – 6,986 miles
  • 2009 – 85,361 miles
  • 2008 – 75,669 miles
  • 2007 – 67,276 miles
  • 2006 – 62,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,015 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant , suspect water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner rack joint has slight play

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Both front tyres smooth on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner side light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Centre exhaust box rattles internally

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front side light condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,015 miles (+5,420)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    75,015 miles
    Test number
    477129384690
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant , suspect water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner rack joint has slight play

  2. Pass69,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,595 miles
    Test number
    791015610130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail69,595 miles (+5,038)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,595 miles
    Test number
    289848856994
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength A panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass64,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,557 miles
    Test number
    458941383067
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner side light

  5. Fail64,557 miles (+3,499)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,557 miles
    Test number
    816605903510
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner side light

  6. Pass61,058 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,058 miles
    Test number
    981422587509
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box rattles internally
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail61,058 miles (+2,465)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,058 miles
    Test number
    108912737646
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box rattles internally
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass58,593 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,593 miles
    Test number
    408872947506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    835895540928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,743 miles (+5,564)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    719451407664
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass48,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,179 miles
    Test number
    451987601872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,179 miles (+4,059)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,179 miles
    Test number
    187665789481
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass44,120 miles (+4,672)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,120 miles
    Test number
    368895256651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,448 miles (+6,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,448 miles
    Test number
    960878956046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush bolt badly corroded (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass33,368 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,368 miles
    Test number
    105889444380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering fluid low
    • NoteSome play to nearside rear shock absorber gland

  16. Fail33,368 miles (+4,925)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,368 miles
    Test number
    696399144335
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering fluid low
    • NoteSome play to nearside rear shock absorber gland

  17. Pass28,443 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    28,443 miles
    Test number
    216560453332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  18. Fail28,443 miles (+5,593)1 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,443 miles
    Test number
    657600953340
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  19. Pass22,850 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    22,850 miles
    Test number
    617455142357
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Fail22,850 miles (+8,197)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,850 miles
    Test number
    906545942383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass14,653 miles (+7,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    14,653 miles
    Test number
    468786341395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass6,986 miles (-88,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    6,986 miles
    Test number
    742392150377
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass95,959 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,959 miles
    Test number
    294046320026
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight dampness around power steering rack

  24. Fail95,959 miles (+10,598)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,959 miles
    Test number
    152715620478
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight dampness around power steering rack

  25. Fail85,361 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,361 miles
    Test number
    194696319462
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteHeadlamps cloudy
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread getting low and cracking on outer wall

  26. Pass85,361 miles (+9,692)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,361 miles
    Test number
    354066119058
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteHeadlamps cloudy
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread getting low and cracking on outer wall

  27. Pass75,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    75,669 miles
    Test number
    170742518405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,669 miles (+8,393)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,669 miles
    Test number
    192802418472
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass67,276 miles (+5,228)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    67,276 miles
    Test number
    670026727023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass62,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    62,048 miles
    Test number
    490017106024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T720 AFJ

Does T720 AFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T720 AFJ expired on 17 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T720 AFJ?
The MOT on T720 AFJ expired on 17 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T720 AFJ done?
T720 AFJ was recorded at 75,015 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2023, an average of 723 miles a year.
Has T720 AFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T720 AFJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T720 AFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T720 AFJ find?
T720 AFJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; fluid leak, but not excessive coolant , suspect water pump; front exhaust mounting defective, and 2 more.

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