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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T740 CLMMOT history

T740 CLM is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 173,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
173,138 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 CLM
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 CLM was last recorded at 173,138 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,052 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
5,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,138 miles
  • 2025 – 173,052 miles
  • 2024 – 168,944 miles
  • 2022 – 164,028 miles
  • 2021 – 151,635 miles
  • 2020 – 151,343 miles
  • 2019 – 141,634 miles
  • 2018 – 134,756 miles
  • 2017 – 128,231 miles
  • 2016 – 121,448 miles
  • 2015 – 114,660 miles
  • 2014 – 107,403 miles
  • 2013 – 100,773 miles
  • 2012 – 92,259 miles
  • 2011 – 86,647 miles
  • 2010 – 79,268 miles
  • 2009 – 72,702 miles
  • 2008 – 69,469 miles
  • 2007 – 63,013 miles
  • 2006 – 57,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,138 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,138 miles (+86)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    173,138 miles
    Test number
    337697764286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass173,052 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    173,052 miles
    Test number
    773135713401
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively drum brakes may need servicing (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail173,051 miles (+4,107)1 dangerous2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,051 miles
    Test number
    820897442901
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch has missing fixings causing front tyre to slightly rub on full steering lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch has missing fixings causing front tyre to slightly rub on full steering lock
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively drum brakes may need servicing (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass168,944 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    168,944 miles
    Test number
    549843923621
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking

  5. Fail168,940 miles (+4,912)6 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,940 miles
    Test number
    372207262236
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation fitted wrong way round (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill missing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low adjusted both fronts (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear spring heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid on min
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking

  6. Pass164,028 miles (+6,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,028 miles
    Test number
    962722823164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass157,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    157,988 miles
    Test number
    968637614097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,988 miles (+6,353)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,988 miles
    Test number
    789742030338
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass151,635 miles (+292)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,635 miles
    Test number
    737436498830
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,343 miles (+9,709)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,343 miles
    Test number
    945086036601
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,634 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,634 miles
    Test number
    947693231918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail141,634 miles (+6,878)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,634 miles
    Test number
    285520073170
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass134,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,756 miles
    Test number
    901727582001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,756 miles (+6,525)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,756 miles
    Test number
    474753356174
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass128,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,231 miles
    Test number
    756378295327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail148,227 miles (+26,779)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,227 miles
    Test number
    852346974716
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass121,448 miles (+6,788)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,448 miles
    Test number
    448093042860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,660 miles (+7,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,660 miles
    Test number
    236413585117
    • 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)

  19. Pass107,403 miles (+15)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    107,403 miles
    Test number
    107674664173
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn inner edges.
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads perishing.
    • NoteO/s wing repeater dimmer than n/s.
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak from flex joint.

  20. Fail107,388 miles (+6,615)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,388 miles
    Test number
    436343564174
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn inner edges.
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads perishing.
    • NoteO/s wing repeater dimmer than n/s.
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak from flex joint.

  21. Pass100,773 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    207233773194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,604 miles (+8,345)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,604 miles
    Test number
    135046663112
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass92,259 miles (+5,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,259 miles
    Test number
    307347372167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail86,647 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,647 miles
    Test number
    229971781493
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass86,647 miles (+7,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    86,647 miles
    Test number
    356631181161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Fail79,268 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    210378660492
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  27. Pass79,268 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    223178260441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass72,702 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,702 miles
    Test number
    433408779160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,469 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,469 miles
    Test number
    602872988147
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth head lamp lenses deteriorating

  30. Fail69,469 miles (+6,456)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,469 miles
    Test number
    214132388141
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth head lamp lenses deteriorating

  31. Pass63,013 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,013 miles
    Test number
    490867157186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass57,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,915 miles
    Test number
    383924666175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 CLM

Does T740 CLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 CLM is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T740 CLM?
The MOT on T740 CLM is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 CLM done?
T740 CLM was recorded at 173,138 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 5,857 miles a year.
Has T740 CLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 CLM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T740 CLM 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 T740 CLM find?
T740 CLM passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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