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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T831 AWOMOT history

T831 AWO is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
187,236 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T831 AWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T831 AWO was last recorded at 187,236 miles on 22 Feb 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,235 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 187,236 miles
  • 2021 – 185,890 miles
  • 2020 – 184,000 miles
  • 2019 – 182,689 miles
  • 2018 – 180,398 miles
  • 2017 – 174,991 miles
  • 2016 – 168,841 miles
  • 2015 – 161,444 miles
  • 2014 – 156,484 miles
  • 2013 – 149,009 miles
  • 2012 – 142,467 miles
  • 2011 – 135,987 miles
  • 2010 – 127,356 miles
  • 2009 – 116,125 miles
  • 2008 – 105,282 miles
  • 2007 – 94,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,236 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExtensive underbody corrosion to driveline and body.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner edge. Advise regular checks. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak from offside of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat converter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,236 miles (+1)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    187,236 miles
    Test number
    942677657063
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive underbody corrosion to driveline and body.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner edge. Advise regular checks. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak from offside of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail187,235 miles (+1,345)7 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,235 miles
    Test number
    494467676568
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box has a hole on top. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Excessive coolant leak from offside front of engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play And dust cover split. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Upper shock mount (Marked). (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Upper shock mount (Marked). (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides slightly opaque. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front hanger snapped (1 of 2). (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExtensive underbody corrosion to driveline and body.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside reg bulb has reduced light output.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner edge. Advise regular checks. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak from offside of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass185,890 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    185,890 miles
    Test number
    862320897324
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reg lamp working but dim
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring full inspection
  4. Fail185,889 miles (+1,889)6 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,889 miles
    Test number
    700558853555
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reg lamp working but dim
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger snapped but secure cat converter
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring full inspection
  5. Pass184,000 miles (+1,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    184,000 miles
    Test number
    828294613667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySigns of surface corrosion underside of vehicle and around wheel arches
  6. Pass182,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    182,689 miles
    Test number
    449690126881
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion lower nsr door skin
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail182,689 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,689 miles
    Test number
    743747412928
    • DangerousFuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire Fuel tank straps corroded, fuel tank not supported, insecure (6.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion lower nsr door skin
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass180,398 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    180,398 miles
    Test number
    123983304461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail180,356 miles (+5,365)5 dangerous9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,356 miles
    Test number
    352107492485
    • DangerousEmissions not tested EMITTING WHITE SMOKE AND A SMELL OF THE CAT BURNING (7.3.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY (6.1.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NO BEAM PATTERN (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NO BEAM PATTERN (1.7.5a)
    • FailureCentral Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' MULTIPLE MIRROR ORNAMENTS AND AIR FRESHENERS BLOCKING A CLEAR VIEW OF THE ROAD AHEAD FROM THE DRIVERS POSITION (8.3.1e)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings UNDERSIDE CORRODED (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings UNDERSILL BADLY DAMAGED AND CORRODED (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting TOWING POINT BRAKET CORRODED AWAY (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MANIFOLD HEAT SHIELD INSECURE AND KNOCKING WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK FILLER NECK CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryREAR SILENCER HEAT SHIELD INSECURE
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERSIDE OF BODYWORK AND SUSPENSION HAS HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION
  10. Pass174,991 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    174,991 miles
    Test number
    205278262000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Fail174,983 miles (+6,142)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,983 miles
    Test number
    919659991679
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass168,841 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    168,841 miles
    Test number
    399596889875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Fail168,833 miles (+7,389)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,833 miles
    Test number
    954331130883
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass161,444 miles (+4,960)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    161,444 miles
    Test number
    226310125134
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFuel filler pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
  15. Pass156,484 miles (+7,475)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,484 miles
    Test number
    189724594063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass149,009 miles (+6,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    149,009 miles
    Test number
    609742603151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass142,467 miles (+6,480)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    142,467 miles
    Test number
    228143002497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass135,987 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    135,987 miles
    Test number
    237656111101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,981 miles (+8,625)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,981 miles
    Test number
    489200311165
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
  20. Pass127,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    127,356 miles
    Test number
    493478410116
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  21. Fail127,356 miles (+11,231)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,356 miles
    Test number
    510298010165
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  22. Pass116,125 miles (+10,843)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    116,125 miles
    Test number
    972591009189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,282 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    105,282 miles
    Test number
    264761628123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,260 miles (+10,830)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,260 miles
    Test number
    870037218150
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
  25. Pass94,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    94,430 miles
    Test number
    222921827124
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T831 AWO

Does T831 AWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T831 AWO expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T831 AWO?
The MOT on T831 AWO expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T831 AWO done?
T831 AWO was recorded at 187,236 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2022, an average of 6,265 miles a year.
Has T831 AWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T831 AWO has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T831 AWO 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 T831 AWO find?
T831 AWO passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; extensive underbody corrosion to driveline and body.; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 8 more.

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