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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T855 SHJMOT history

T855 SHJ is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 111,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
111,324 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T855 SHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T855 SHJ was last recorded at 111,324 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,322 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,324 miles
  • 2024 – 108,117 miles
  • 2023 – 104,983 miles
  • 2022 – 101,810 miles
  • 2021 – 97,578 miles
  • 2020 – 93,539 miles
  • 2019 – 86,977 miles
  • 2018 – 79,525 miles
  • 2017 – 71,563 miles
  • 2016 – 66,911 miles
  • 2015 – 64,740 miles
  • 2014 – 62,971 miles
  • 2013 – 61,000 miles
  • 2012 – 58,438 miles
  • 2011 – 56,213 miles
  • 2010 – 52,493 miles
  • 2009 – 50,734 miles
  • 2008 – 48,349 miles
  • 2007 – 45,362 miles
  • 2006 – 41,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,324 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavy surface corrosion.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperativeRecorded 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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded NS and OS

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,324 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,324 miles
    Test number
    319553611349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  2. Fail111,322 miles (+3,205)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    532450501588
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to flexi broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure handbrake (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Upper Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended unable to acsess due to seats full of items (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  3. Pass108,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,117 miles
    Test number
    758499893585
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail108,117 miles (+3,134)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,117 miles
    Test number
    223495281433
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass104,983 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,983 miles
    Test number
    161029192399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail104,983 miles (+3,173)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,983 miles
    Test number
    778577848302
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass101,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    101,810 miles
    Test number
    767916243342
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail101,810 miles (+4,232)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,810 miles
    Test number
    824924779918
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass97,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,578 miles
    Test number
    616737796206
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail97,578 miles (+4,039)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,578 miles
    Test number
    709638482665
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass93,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,539 miles
    Test number
    967394875857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail93,539 miles (+6,562)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,539 miles
    Test number
    194995914764
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass86,977 miles (+189)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,977 miles
    Test number
    122990257348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Fail86,788 miles (+7,263)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,788 miles
    Test number
    479634133860
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  15. Pass79,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,525 miles
    Test number
    514302879050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,525 miles (+7,962)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,525 miles
    Test number
    322969349568
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass71,563 miles (+4,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,563 miles
    Test number
    506360410416
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass66,911 miles (+2,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,911 miles
    Test number
    618469591555
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass64,740 miles (+1,769)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    919988245137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamp marking around n/s rear wheel cylinder/back plate ? brake readings ok.
    • NoteN/s outer washer jet blocked
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall cracked

  20. Fail62,971 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,971 miles
    Test number
    278600754100
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall perished

  21. Pass62,971 miles (+1,971)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,971 miles
    Test number
    837460754116
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall perished

  22. Pass61,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,000 miles
    Test number
    426163143181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,000 miles (+2,562)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,000 miles
    Test number
    848963643117
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass58,438 miles (+2,225)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,438 miles
    Test number
    459955142161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition

  25. Fail56,213 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,213 miles
    Test number
    536746941100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass56,213 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,213 miles
    Test number
    866516541138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    161345140184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,493 miles (+1,759)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    492055440175
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass50,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    523847549144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,734 miles (+2,385)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    982816049131
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Note2mm on o /s front tyre
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition
    • NoteN/s front tyre on legal limit
    • NoteRear exhaust insulator split

  31. Pass48,349 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,349 miles
    Test number
    362073048199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass45,362 miles (+4,142)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,362 miles
    Test number
    760785847149
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust poor condition
    • NoteDiscs and pads worn

  33. Pass41,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,220 miles
    Test number
    384505846197
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T855 SHJ

Does T855 SHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T855 SHJ is valid until 14 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T855 SHJ?
The MOT on T855 SHJ is valid until 14 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T855 SHJ done?
T855 SHJ was recorded at 111,324 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 3,616 miles a year.
Has T855 SHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T855 SHJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T855 SHJ 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 T855 SHJ find?
T855 SHJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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