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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T847 NARMOT history

T847 NAR is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 135,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,656 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 NAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 NAR was last recorded at 135,656 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 1,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,144 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,512 miles
Average per year
4,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,656 miles
  • 2025 – 134,144 miles
  • 2024 – 132,048 miles
  • 2023 – 125,921 miles
  • 2022 – 120,294 miles
  • 2021 – 116,944 miles
  • 2020 – 112,988 miles
  • 2019 – 107,593 miles
  • 2018 – 102,187 miles
  • 2017 – 97,301 miles
  • 2016 – 92,457 miles
  • 2015 – 89,091 miles
  • 2014 – 84,485 miles
  • 2013 – 80,453 miles
  • 2012 – 75,734 miles
  • 2011 – 70,989 miles
  • 2010 – 63,977 miles
  • 2009 – 57,660 miles
  • 2008 – 49,085 miles
  • 2007 – 42,479 miles
  • 2006 – 38,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,656 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear reverse light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Outer sill damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front foglamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

36 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,656 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,656 miles
    Test number
    736049310595
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail135,648 miles (+1,504)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,648 miles
    Test number
    482868649142
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass134,144 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    134,144 miles
    Test number
    449826282179
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail134,126 miles (+2,078)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,126 miles
    Test number
    676568500931
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass132,048 miles (+6,127)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    132,048 miles
    Test number
    894785874123
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass125,921 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    125,921 miles
    Test number
    333867336800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail125,883 miles (+5,589)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,883 miles
    Test number
    821638737920
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass120,294 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    120,294 miles
    Test number
    771864447521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail120,293 miles (+3,349)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,293 miles
    Test number
    992684770080
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass116,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    730364596812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail116,944 miles (+3,956)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    976553036785
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass112,988 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,988 miles
    Test number
    413306640520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,883 miles (+5,290)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,883 miles
    Test number
    705769737724
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass107,593 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,593 miles
    Test number
    749898880885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,511 miles (+5,324)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,511 miles
    Test number
    342353098786
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner/outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  16. Pass102,187 miles (+39)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,187 miles
    Test number
    467165061190
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail102,148 miles (+4,847)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,148 miles
    Test number
    142236149581
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement broken (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    97,301 miles
    Test number
    179765019678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail97,301 miles (+4,844)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,301 miles
    Test number
    335667933030
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass92,457 miles (+3,366)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,457 miles
    Test number
    931323186978
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass89,091 miles (+4,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,091 miles
    Test number
    746931725013
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass84,485 miles (+4,032)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    579804914005
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel filler pipe damp

  23. Pass80,453 miles (+27)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,453 miles
    Test number
    399962923057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r sill damaged
    • NoteN/s/r wheel bearing re greased

  24. Fail80,426 miles (+4,692)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    168478813426
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front tyres in poor condition
    • NoteNsr sill damage

  25. Pass75,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,734 miles
    Test number
    745079032023
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail75,734 miles (+4,745)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,734 miles
    Test number
    819779232073
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass70,989 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,989 miles
    Test number
    325420261083
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall perished.

  28. Fail70,989 miles (+7,012)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,989 miles
    Test number
    419690561090
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall perished.

  29. Pass63,977 miles (+6,317)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    343351260034
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall perished

  30. Pass57,660 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    931359569042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail57,256 miles (+8,171)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,256 miles
    Test number
    650268859052
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  32. Pass49,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,085 miles
    Test number
    683266358098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail49,081 miles (+6,602)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    723966158092
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  34. Pass42,479 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    671871977016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass38,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    172732766045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail38,004 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    921712166047
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T847 NAR

Does T847 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T847 NAR is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T847 NAR?
The MOT on T847 NAR is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T847 NAR done?
T847 NAR was recorded at 135,656 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,909 miles a year.
Has T847 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 NAR has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T847 NAR 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 T847 NAR find?
T847 NAR passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 4 more.

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