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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T793 ABWMOT history

T793 ABW is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 183,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
183,569 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T793 ABW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T793 ABW was last recorded at 183,569 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Dec 2024: 178,784 miles, lower than 209,836 miles on 20 Nov 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
183,565 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,569 miles
  • 2024 – 178,784 miles
  • 2023 – 209,836 miles
  • 2022 – 204,400 miles
  • 2021 – 200,890 miles
  • 2020 – 194,211 miles
  • 2019 – 189,380 miles
  • 2018 – 44,610 miles
  • 2017 – 39,206 miles
  • 2016 – 32,316 miles
  • 2015 – 25,512 miles
  • 2014 – 21,916 miles
  • 2013 – 18,953 miles
  • 2012 – 18,369 miles
  • 2011 – 17,495 miles
  • 2010 – 16,322 miles
  • 2009 – 15,660 miles
  • 2008 – 14,919 miles
  • 2007 – 13,800 miles
  • 2006 – 12,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,569 miles
  • 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

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,569 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    183,569 miles
    Test number
    936932308762
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail183,565 miles (+4,781)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,565 miles
    Test number
    647178072761
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    178,784 miles
    Test number
    264597654521
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail178,784 miles (-31,052)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,784 miles
    Test number
    688984104822
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass209,836 miles (+8)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    209,836 miles
    Test number
    472923717404
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail209,828 miles (+5,428)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,828 miles
    Test number
    961072983067
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass204,400 miles (+3,510)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    204,400 miles
    Test number
    287344385129
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Pass200,890 miles (+6,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    200,890 miles
    Test number
    603956694873
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass194,211 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    194,211 miles
    Test number
    479525089632
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside are worn smooth on inner edges approx 2.5mm, perished on shoulders 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm, worn on inner edge, perished in tread,various small cuts, tyre is 11 years old 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm worn on inner edge,perished in tread, tyre is 7 years old 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel is long, attention/adjustment is required
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills are fitted, preventing inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger is corroded

  10. Fail194,211 miles (+4,831)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,211 miles
    Test number
    316939369702
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced offside and nearside polished lenses during test (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside are worn smooth on inner edges approx 2.5mm, perished on shoulders 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm, worn on inner edge, perished in tread,various small cuts, tyre is 11 years old 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm worn on inner edge,perished in tread, tyre is 7 years old 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel is long, attention/adjustment is required
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills are fitted, preventing inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger is corroded

  11. Pass189,380 miles (+144,770)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    189,380 miles
    Test number
    303764092503
    • Advisory195/60/15
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass44,610 miles (+5,404)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,610 miles
    Test number
    100167127427
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • Advisory195/60r15
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryTravel on handbrake lever

  13. Pass39,206 miles (+6,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    39,206 miles
    Test number
    542941112878
    • Advisory195/60r15
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryTravel on handbrake lever

  14. Pass32,316 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    32,316 miles
    Test number
    635115481024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (7.1.2)

  15. Fail32,316 miles (+6,804)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,316 miles
    Test number
    453012483534
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (7.1.2)

  16. Pass25,512 miles (+3,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    25,512 miles
    Test number
    314976198431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  17. Pass21,916 miles (+2,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    21,916 miles
    Test number
    835235814386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass18,953 miles (+45)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    18,953 miles
    Test number
    435588833489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear road springs slightly corroded.
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded and slight leak.

  19. Pass18,908 miles (+539)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,908 miles
    Test number
    336471673044
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded.
    • NoteNail in n/s front tyre and worn on the inner edge.

  20. Pass18,369 miles (+874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,369 miles
    Test number
    507522672055
    • NoteExhaust middle and tail rusty

  21. Pass17,495 miles (+1,173)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,495 miles
    Test number
    688367161093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer rusty.
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on the inner edge 2mm.

  22. Pass16,322 miles (+662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,322 miles
    Test number
    164094570093
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer rusty and slightly blowing.

  23. Pass15,660 miles (+741)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,660 miles
    Test number
    730421859074
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer rusty and damaged.

  24. Pass14,919 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    14,919 miles
    Test number
    930126858084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,800 miles
    Test number
    413458677021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail13,800 miles (+1,226)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,800 miles
    Test number
    623148077093
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass12,574 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    12,574 miles
    Test number
    693976386029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s mirror damaged.

Questions about T793 ABW

Does T793 ABW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T793 ABW is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T793 ABW?
The MOT on T793 ABW is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T793 ABW done?
T793 ABW was recorded at 183,569 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 8,677 miles a year.
Has T793 ABW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T793 ABW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T793 ABW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T793 ABW find?
T793 ABW passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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