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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T743 KJNMOT history

T743 KJN is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 118,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2025
Mileage
118,156 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T743 KJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T743 KJN was last recorded at 118,156 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2016: 10,118 miles, lower than 105,945 miles on 6 May 2015.

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
118,149 miles · 15 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,156 miles
  • 2023 – 118,149 miles
  • 2022 – 118,115 miles
  • 2021 – 117,891 miles
  • 2020 – 117,576 miles
  • 2019 – 116,107 miles
  • 2018 – 114,069 miles
  • 2017 – 112,625 miles
  • 2016 – 10,118 miles
  • 2015 – 105,945 miles
  • 2014 – 101,348 miles
  • 2013 – 96,021 miles
  • 2012 – 91,084 miles
  • 2011 – 85,980 miles
  • 2010 – 80,751 miles
  • 2009 – 75,467 miles
  • 2008 – 71,879 miles
  • 2007 – 68,970 miles
  • 2006 – 61,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,156 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,156 miles
    Test number
    979365432589
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,156 miles (+7)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,156 miles
    Test number
    663223820992
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,149 miles
    Test number
    419983669867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,149 miles (+34)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,149 miles
    Test number
    849259116610
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass118,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    395388993087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,115 miles (+224)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    291463388341
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass117,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,891 miles
    Test number
    665769391347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail117,891 miles (+315)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,891 miles
    Test number
    402876627112
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,576 miles
    Test number
    692812586153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  10. Fail117,576 miles (+1,469)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,576 miles
    Test number
    752276856820
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  11. Pass116,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,107 miles
    Test number
    775314676462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,107 miles (+2,038)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,107 miles
    Test number
    986441920036
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass114,069 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,069 miles
    Test number
    409525024146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,055 miles (+1,430)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,055 miles
    Test number
    877015692492
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass112,625 miles (+102,507)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,625 miles
    Test number
    709455300975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,118 miles (-95,827)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    10,118 miles
    Test number
    126925337787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,945 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    277096525467
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass105,945 miles (+4,597)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    406526025109
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass101,348 miles (+27)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,348 miles
    Test number
    506903834158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail101,321 miles (+5,300)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,321 miles
    Test number
    299038624135
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass96,021 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,021 miles
    Test number
    766674743172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,893 miles (+4,809)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,893 miles
    Test number
    248227933475
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass91,084 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,084 miles
    Test number
    168882042193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,079 miles (+5,099)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,079 miles
    Test number
    998769732172
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass85,980 miles (+101)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,980 miles
    Test number
    465725521168
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated.

  26. Fail85,879 miles (+5,128)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,879 miles
    Test number
    595837911129
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated.

  27. Pass80,751 miles (+5,284)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    781319230178
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated/front registration plate deteriorated.

  28. Fail75,467 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,467 miles
    Test number
    473677849135
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass75,467 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,467 miles
    Test number
    822637149181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass71,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,879 miles
    Test number
    710525738114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail71,879 miles (+2,909)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,879 miles
    Test number
    284375538454
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  32. Fail68,970 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,970 miles
    Test number
    361800157186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass68,970 miles (+7,019)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,970 miles
    Test number
    400510757159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass61,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,951 miles
    Test number
    483604046180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T743 KJN

Does T743 KJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T743 KJN expired on 5 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T743 KJN?
The MOT on T743 KJN expired on 5 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T743 KJN done?
T743 KJN was recorded at 118,156 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 3,038 miles a year.
Has T743 KJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T743 KJN has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T743 KJN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T743 KJN find?
T743 KJN passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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