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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T854 KARMOT history

T854 KAR is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 83,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
83,984 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T854 KAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T854 KAR was last recorded at 83,984 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,425 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
559 miles
Average per year
2,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,984 miles
  • 2025 – 83,425 miles
  • 2024 – 82,750 miles
  • 2023 – 81,994 miles
  • 2022 – 80,214 miles
  • 2021 – 77,960 miles
  • 2020 – 77,226 miles
  • 2019 – 75,191 miles
  • 2018 – 72,920 miles
  • 2017 – 69,800 miles
  • 2016 – 66,792 miles
  • 2015 – 60,498 miles
  • 2014 – 55,553 miles
  • 2013 – 52,850 miles
  • 2012 – 51,796 miles
  • 2011 – 49,291 miles
  • 2010 – 47,927 miles
  • 2009 – 46,164 miles
  • 2008 – 40,802 miles
  • 2007 – 37,505 miles
  • 2006 – 32,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,984 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine light on
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,984 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    83,984 miles
    Test number
    218004192313
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail83,983 miles (+558)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,983 miles
    Test number
    502101718643
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass83,425 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    400874543058
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail83,425 miles (+675)1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    378796185154
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass82,750 miles (+1)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    284082466402
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre aged 2014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Heavily deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre aged 2014
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive PAS pump wet and pipes corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail82,749 miles (+16)1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    233093691424
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre aged 2014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Heavily deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre aged 2014
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive PAS pump wet and pipes corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail82,733 miles (+739)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,733 miles
    Test number
    984706990903
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded AT FLEXIBLE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH AREA NEAR TRAILING ARM MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded AT FLEXIBLE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp WHEN BRAKE PEDAL PRESSED (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass81,994 miles (+19)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,994 miles
    Test number
    248628271411
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail81,975 miles (+1,761)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,975 miles
    Test number
    616396510793
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,214 miles (+2,254)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    80,214 miles
    Test number
    454909362457
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass77,960 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,960 miles
    Test number
    780979108979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,226 miles (+32)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,226 miles
    Test number
    738069759725
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail77,194 miles (+2,003)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,194 miles
    Test number
    381486707208
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass75,191 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,191 miles
    Test number
    386178138652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Fail75,178 miles (+2,258)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,178 miles
    Test number
    480614046401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Pass72,920 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    714313145056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    920057745865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail69,800 miles (+3,008)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    556210606322
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass66,792 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,792 miles
    Test number
    423190381056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,778 miles (+6,280)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,778 miles
    Test number
    653745573371
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass60,498 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,498 miles
    Test number
    429634055040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    747084144083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Fail55,553 miles (+2,703)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    715494644088
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass52,850 miles (+1,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,850 miles
    Test number
    576115743056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass51,796 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,796 miles
    Test number
    138798042086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,291 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,291 miles
    Test number
    828096341007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,927 miles (+1,763)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,927 miles
    Test number
    180906640473
    • NoteSlight leak of grease from n / s front inner drive shaft gaiter .

  28. Pass46,164 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    540564449032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,802 miles (+3,297)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,802 miles
    Test number
    233000458052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,505 miles (+5,138)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,505 miles
    Test number
    501724167023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,367 miles
    Test number
    294332776058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T854 KAR

Does T854 KAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T854 KAR is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T854 KAR?
The MOT on T854 KAR is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T854 KAR done?
T854 KAR was recorded at 83,984 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 2,590 miles a year.
Has T854 KAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T854 KAR has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T854 KAR 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 T854 KAR find?
T854 KAR passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts corroded; engine light on; general underbody corrosion, and 5 more.

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