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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T791 ALJMOT history

T791 ALJ is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 129,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,148 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T791 ALJ
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
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T791 ALJ was last recorded at 129,148 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,148 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,148 miles
  • 2025 – 119,552 miles
  • 2024 – 106,555 miles
  • 2023 – 95,164 miles
  • 2022 – 81,394 miles
  • 2021 – 64,932 miles
  • 2019 – 57,455 miles
  • 2018 – 55,953 miles
  • 2017 – 55,111 miles
  • 2016 – 53,645 miles
  • 2015 – 52,172 miles
  • 2014 – 50,839 miles
  • 2013 – 49,834 miles
  • 2012 – 48,392 miles
  • 2011 – 47,164 miles
  • 2010 – 45,376 miles
  • 2009 – 42,857 miles
  • 2008 – 40,491 miles
  • 2007 – 37,398 miles
  • 2006 – 33,834 miles
  • 2005 – 30,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,148 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower fog light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,148 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,148 miles
    Test number
    903182755280
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail129,148 miles (+9,596)1 dangerous1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,148 miles
    Test number
    946784494328
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,552 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    119,552 miles
    Test number
    899595454194
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBeam images deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail119,552 miles (+12,997)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,552 miles
    Test number
    396573355383
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBeam images deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass106,555 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,555 miles
    Test number
    356850241512
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail106,551 miles (+11,387)2 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,551 miles
    Test number
    982005021500
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass95,164 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,164 miles
    Test number
    268874291463
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail95,161 miles (+13,767)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,161 miles
    Test number
    692914280676
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass81,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,394 miles
    Test number
    826677794439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail81,394 miles (+16,462)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,394 miles
    Test number
    162838418472
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tracking? (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass64,932 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,932 miles
    Test number
    572278823466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail64,932 miles (+7,477)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,932 miles
    Test number
    553355791746
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass57,455 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,455 miles
    Test number
    426185909727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail57,455 miles (+1,502)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,455 miles
    Test number
    504015665828
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass55,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,953 miles
    Test number
    563742630020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  16. Fail55,953 miles (+842)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,953 miles
    Test number
    820958157221
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  17. Pass55,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,111 miles
    Test number
    345664582531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVarious areas and components corroded underside

  18. Fail55,111 miles (+1,466)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,111 miles
    Test number
    860422753904
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVarious areas and components corroded underside

  19. Pass53,645 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,645 miles
    Test number
    377880523379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPas rack damp
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from front joint area
    • AdvisoryVarious areas and components corroded underside

  20. Fail53,645 miles (+1,473)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,645 miles
    Test number
    529671332851
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPas rack damp
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from front joint area
    • AdvisoryVarious areas and components corroded underside

  21. Pass52,172 miles (+1,333)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,172 miles
    Test number
    668588703551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps will need cleaning soon
    • AdvisoryMinor chips in screen
    • AdvisoryOil/fluid weeping from engine / steering pump area
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  22. Pass50,839 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    608560614332
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePas fluid weep from numerous areas under bonnet
    • NoteVarious rear suspension bushes deteriorated

  23. Fail50,839 miles (+1,005)3 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,839 miles
    Test number
    949110514307
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished in tread and has numerous deep cuts
    • NotePas fluid weep from numerous areas under bonnet
    • NoteRear brakes noisy when applied
    • NoteVarious rear suspension bushes deteriorated

  24. Pass49,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    496182113308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,834 miles (+1,442)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    819392913379
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass48,392 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,392 miles
    Test number
    668610612372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,164 miles (+1,788)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,164 miles
    Test number
    768563711389
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteDriveshaft central bearing noisey.

  28. Pass45,376 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,376 miles
    Test number
    301835510343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass42,857 miles (+2,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,857 miles
    Test number
    143176019367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  30. Pass40,491 miles (+3,093)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,491 miles
    Test number
    590719818398
    • NoteOil leak from near side drive shaft oil seal

  31. Pass37,398 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,398 miles
    Test number
    304997317304
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSplit to offside rear tyre
    • NoteWeep from steering rack

  32. Fail37,398 miles (+3,564)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,398 miles
    Test number
    703407917301
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade slightly split
    • NoteSplit to offside rear tyre
    • NoteWeep from steering rack

  33. Pass33,834 miles (+3,441)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,834 miles
    Test number
    254173616380
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade slightly split

  34. Pass30,393 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    30,393 miles
    Test number
    884359715323
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T791 ALJ

Does T791 ALJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T791 ALJ is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T791 ALJ?
The MOT on T791 ALJ is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T791 ALJ done?
T791 ALJ was recorded at 129,148 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 4,899 miles a year.
Has T791 ALJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T791 ALJ has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T791 ALJ 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 T791 ALJ find?
T791 ALJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 10 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread; offside front lower fog light not working, and 7 more.

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