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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T747 LDWMOT history

T747 LDW is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 101,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
101,791 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T747 LDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T747 LDW was last recorded at 101,791 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 8,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,501 miles · 2 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,290 miles
Average per year
4,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,791 miles
  • 2024 – 93,501 miles
  • 2023 – 84,324 miles
  • 2022 – 78,195 miles
  • 2020 – 71,220 miles
  • 2019 – 66,194 miles
  • 2018 – 62,987 miles
  • 2017 – 58,239 miles
  • 2016 – 53,333 miles
  • 2015 – 48,985 miles
  • 2013 – 40,157 miles
  • 2012 – 32,288 miles
  • 2011 – 29,238 miles
  • 2010 – 23,571 miles
  • 2009 – 17,988 miles
  • 2008 – 16,725 miles
  • 2007 – 15,242 miles
  • 2006 – 13,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,791 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryGRNRAL CORROSION

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • GENRAL CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,791 miles (+8,290)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,791 miles
    Test number
    319871658929
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGRNRAL CORROSION
  2. Pass93,501 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    93,501 miles
    Test number
    519393311777
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGENRAL CORROSION
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Fail93,501 miles (+204)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,501 miles
    Test number
    497186753084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGENRAL CORROSION
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail93,297 miles (+612)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,297 miles
    Test number
    681889333029
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail92,685 miles (+585)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,685 miles
    Test number
    525932641229
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark signs of brake fluid contamination on n/s/r back plate (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear of cat above heat shield (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just meets minimum requirements
  6. Fail92,100 miles (+7,776)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    241855424898
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass84,324 miles (+6,129)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,324 miles
    Test number
    984630890258
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass78,195 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,195 miles
    Test number
    264621289925
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from Steering Rack
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail78,183 miles (+6,963)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    717010414221
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from Steering Rack
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass71,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,220 miles
    Test number
    422316880822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,215 miles (+5,021)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,215 miles
    Test number
    799631691904
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  12. Pass66,194 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    646219679170
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter plastic sill cover(s) fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap(s) corroded
  13. Fail66,194 miles (+3,207)1 dangerous6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    221798078228
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter plastic sill cover(s) fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap(s) corroded
  14. Pass62,987 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,987 miles
    Test number
    845611528507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,913 miles (+4,674)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,913 miles
    Test number
    647686428070
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  16. Pass58,239 miles (+4,906)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,239 miles
    Test number
    623672508281
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both heavily corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe deterioated
  17. Pass53,333 miles (+4,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    981543652043
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing badly outside edges need geo check
    • AdvisoryManifold vac pipe split
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre run low off pressure
  18. Pass48,985 miles (+8,828)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    155531625429
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteInlet manifold breather pipe collapsed advise new one
    • NoteN/s rear shock cover insecure
  19. Pass40,157 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,157 miles
    Test number
    918145603362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,081 miles (+7,793)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,081 miles
    Test number
    665923103324
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking 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)
    • NoteAd exhaust system corroded
    • NoteInlet manifold breather pipe collapsed advised cus
  21. Pass32,288 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,288 miles
    Test number
    357546962229
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVarious body damage
  22. Fail32,288 miles (+3,050)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,288 miles
    Test number
    407546262248
    • DangerousNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVarious body damage
  23. Pass29,238 miles (+5,667)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,238 miles
    Test number
    509426461205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVarious body damage
  24. Fail23,571 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,571 miles
    Test number
    380485460419
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades worn
    • NoteFront tyres are 195/60/15, rear tyres 195/55/15
  25. Pass23,571 miles (+5,583)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,571 miles
    Test number
    693105360278
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades worn
    • NoteFront tyres are 195/60/15, rear tyres 195/55/15
  26. Pass17,988 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,988 miles
    Test number
    663014329226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail17,953 miles (+1,228)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,953 miles
    Test number
    942912429215
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteBRAKE FLUID LEVEL BELOW MAX LEVEL
    • NotePAS FLUID JUST ABOVE MINIMUM LEVEL
  28. Pass16,725 miles (+1,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,725 miles
    Test number
    372604618207
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  29. Pass15,242 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,242 miles
    Test number
    270894937292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail15,228 miles (+1,230)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,228 miles
    Test number
    563163237211
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
  31. Pass13,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    13,998 miles
    Test number
    672838836216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T747 LDW

Does T747 LDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T747 LDW expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T747 LDW?
The MOT on T747 LDW expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T747 LDW done?
T747 LDW was recorded at 101,791 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 4,628 miles a year.
Has T747 LDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T747 LDW has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T747 LDW 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 LDW find?
T747 LDW failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 1 more.

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