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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T780 THKMOT history

T780 THK is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
153,861 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 THK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 THK was last recorded at 153,861 miles on 12 Feb 2022, 1,907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,954 miles · 13 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,907 miles
Average per year
4,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,861 miles
  • 2021 – 151,954 miles
  • 2020 – 150,343 miles
  • 2019 – 145,977 miles
  • 2018 – 141,670 miles
  • 2017 – 137,099 miles
  • 2016 – 132,166 miles
  • 2015 – 127,925 miles
  • 2014 – 122,698 miles
  • 2013 – 117,172 miles
  • 2012 – 111,987 miles
  • 2011 – 107,381 miles
  • 2010 – 107,341 miles
  • 2009 – 101,743 miles
  • 2008 – 94,897 miles
  • 2007 – 86,712 miles
  • 2006 – 81,053 miles
  • 2005 – 74,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,861 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effortRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,861 miles (+1,907)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,861 miles
    Test number
    792434017087
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,954 miles (+1,611)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,954 miles
    Test number
    875518399177
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,343 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    150,343 miles
    Test number
    610777266826
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within various prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail150,339 miles (+4,362)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,339 miles
    Test number
    651331051863
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within various prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass145,977 miles (+35)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,977 miles
    Test number
    775682407293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension, sub frame and seat belt prescribed areas slightly corroded

  6. Fail145,942 miles (+4,272)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,942 miles
    Test number
    891761425128
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension, sub frame and seat belt prescribed areas slightly corroded

  7. Pass141,670 miles (+4,571)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    141,670 miles
    Test number
    152728415214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion within various prescribed areas (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes release slightly unevenly

  8. Pass137,099 miles (+4,933)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,099 miles
    Test number
    929438353682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seatbelt and suspension prescribed area slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly streaky

  9. Pass132,166 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    132,166 miles
    Test number
    929733863903
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail132,116 miles (+4,191)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,116 miles
    Test number
    833492332713
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexible section (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass127,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    127,925 miles
    Test number
    539225645010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail127,925 miles (+5,227)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,925 miles
    Test number
    795435445024
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass122,698 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    122,698 miles
    Test number
    137779144047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail122,654 miles (+5,482)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,654 miles
    Test number
    666436344051
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass117,172 miles (+5,185)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    117,172 miles
    Test number
    506823433064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,987 miles (+23)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,987 miles
    Test number
    356187932017
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre section deteriorated

  17. Fail111,964 miles (+4,583)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,964 miles
    Test number
    956755632022
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre section deteriorated

  18. Pass107,381 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,381 miles
    Test number
    557651341054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail107,341 miles (+5,598)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,341 miles
    Test number
    971918550371
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass101,743 miles (+6,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    403292439411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass94,897 miles (+8,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    94,897 miles
    Test number
    443266838350
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass86,712 miles (+5,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    402743697262
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass81,053 miles (+6,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    81,053 miles
    Test number
    894145776230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    74,476 miles
    Test number
    192146275276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T780 THK

Does T780 THK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T780 THK expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T780 THK?
The MOT on T780 THK expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T780 THK done?
T780 THK was recorded at 153,861 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2022, an average of 4,852 miles a year.
Has T780 THK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 THK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on T780 THK 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 T780 THK find?
T780 THK passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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