
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
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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
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))
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))
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))
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
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))
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))
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))
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))
Pass71,220 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 71,220 miles
- Test number
- 422316880822
No defects or advisories recorded.
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))
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
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
Pass62,987 miles (+74)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2019
- Odometer
- 62,987 miles
- Test number
- 845611528507
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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
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
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
Pass40,157 miles (+76)
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 40,157 miles
- Test number
- 918145603362
No defects or advisories recorded.
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pass17,988 miles (+35)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 17,988 miles
- Test number
- 663014329226
No defects or advisories recorded.
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
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)
Pass15,242 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 15,242 miles
- Test number
- 270894937292
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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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