
Ford Focus
Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc
T747 JAUMOT history
T747 JAU is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 139,258 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 139,258 mi
- At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 37
- 20 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 4,725 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T747 JAU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 5 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T747 JAU was last recorded at 139,258 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 139,219 miles · 15 Dec 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 39 miles
- Average per year
- 4,725 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 139,258 miles
- 2024 – 136,070 miles
- 2023 – 130,059 miles
- 2022 – 125,478 miles
- 2021 – 120,784 miles
- 2020 – 116,885 miles
- 2019 – 110,163 miles
- 2018 – 104,733 miles
- 2017 – 99,167 miles
- 2016 – 93,955 miles
- 2015 – 88,841 miles
- 2014 – 82,462 miles
- 2012 – 74,623 miles
- 2011 – 70,752 miles
- 2010 – 65,996 miles
- 2009 – 64,052 miles
- 2008 – 60,511 miles
- 2007 – 53,019 miles
- 2006 – 47,039 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal area
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Full MOT history
37 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass139,258 miles (+39)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 139,258 miles
- Test number
- 613363944650
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail139,219 miles (+3,149)3 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,219 miles
- Test number
- 945904293636
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch behind felt liner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass136,070 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 136,070 miles
- Test number
- 427089806806
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail136,067 miles (+2,921)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,067 miles
- Test number
- 958797549258
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and low and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not securing in stalk (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not securing in stalk (7.1.2 (d))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass133,146 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 133,146 miles
- Test number
- 624704065918
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail133,144 miles (+3,085)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,144 miles
- Test number
- 440339559442
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn link arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass130,059 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 130,059 miles
- Test number
- 527196192846
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail130,057 miles (+4,579)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,057 miles
- Test number
- 522257290224
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass125,478 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 125,478 miles
- Test number
- 102334947805
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail125,474 miles (+4,690)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,474 miles
- Test number
- 498235529759
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer 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 sill end cap in wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass120,784 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 120,784 miles
- Test number
- 398916571766
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail120,782 miles (+3,897)3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,782 miles
- Test number
- 437949336697
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Pass116,885 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 116,885 miles
- Test number
- 476511373472
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail116,884 miles (+6,721)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,884 miles
- Test number
- 234458650177
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass110,163 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 110,163 miles
- Test number
- 896908754905
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose (1.1.11 (c))
Fail110,160 miles (+5,427)1 dangerous5 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,160 miles
- Test number
- 212096885179
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose (1.1.11 (c))
Pass104,733 miles (+155)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 104,733 miles
- Test number
- 186345943104
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from hose (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
Fail104,578 miles (+5,411)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,578 miles
- Test number
- 711321210426
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from hose (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
Pass99,167 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 99,167 miles
- Test number
- 568548120139
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryN/s outer sill damaged
- AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms rusty
Fail99,166 miles (+5,211)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,166 miles
- Test number
- 691071906186
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryN/s outer sill damaged
- AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms rusty
Pass93,955 miles (+5,114)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 93,955 miles
- Test number
- 155002989546
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,841 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 88,841 miles
- Test number
- 326357305044
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,838 miles (+6,376)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,838 miles
- Test number
- 409617605080
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass82,462 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 82,462 miles
- Test number
- 196023004061
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteSome surface corrosion to steel brake pipes
Fail82,458 miles (+7,835)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,458 miles
- Test number
- 778413804028
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteEngine oil level low
- NoteSome surface corrosion to steel brake pipes
Pass74,623 miles (+3,871)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 74,623 miles
- Test number
- 535716002274
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBoth headlight lens faded
Pass70,752 miles (+2)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 70,752 miles
- Test number
- 328323591121
- NotePerishing to rear control arms bushes
- NoteSome corrosion to nearside rear brake pipe
- NoteWindscreen chipped/scratched
Fail70,750 miles (+4,754)9 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,750 miles
- Test number
- 215778871163
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroding
- NotePerishing to rear control arm bushes
- NoteWindscreen chipped/scratched
Pass65,996 miles (+1,944)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 65,996 miles
- Test number
- 930766170139
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,052 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 64,052 miles
- Test number
- 522896179119
- NoteBoth rear trailing arms front bushes separating - recommend replace as soon as possible
- NoteExhaust rear heat sheild adrift
- NoteRear lower contorl arms bushes perishing
Fail64,052 miles (+3,541)2 repaired3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,052 miles
- Test number
- 954066979151
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
- NoteBoth rear trailing arms front bushes separating - recommend replace as soon as possible
- NoteExhaust rear heat sheild adrift
- NoteRear lower contorl arms bushes perishing
Pass60,511 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 60,511 miles
- Test number
- 814439768185
- NoteBoth rear trailing arms front bushes separating - o/s weak - recommend replace soon
- NoteExhaust rear heat sheild loose
- NoteO/s/r seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted
- NoteSlight oil leak from oil cooler pipes
Fail60,501 miles (+7,482)1 failure4 repaired4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,501 miles
- Test number
- 170229268117
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteBoth rear trailing arms front bushes separating - o/s weak - recommend replace soon
- NoteExhaust rear heat sheild loose
- NoteO/s/r seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted
- NoteSlight oil leak from oil cooler pipes
Pass53,019 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 53,019 miles
- Test number
- 263809667489
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,019 miles (+5,980)7 failures1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,019 miles
- Test number
- 522499467165
- FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
- NoteChild seat insecure.
- NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing.
- NoteSome rear brake imbalance.
Pass47,039 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 47,039 miles
- Test number
- 321095766142
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,039 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,039 miles
- Test number
- 424495966157
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Questions about T747 JAU
- Does T747 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T747 JAU is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T747 JAU?
- The MOT on T747 JAU is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T747 JAU done?
- T747 JAU was recorded at 139,258 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 4,725 miles a year.
- Has T747 JAU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T747 JAU has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on T747 JAU 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 T747 JAU find?
- T747 JAU passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.
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