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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T856 KARMOT history

T856 KAR is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 184,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2023
Mileage
184,505 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 KAR
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
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T856 KAR was last recorded at 184,505 miles on 8 Jul 2022, 9,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,510 miles · 9 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
9,995 miles
Average per year
9,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,505 miles
  • 2021 – 174,510 miles
  • 2020 – 161,743 miles
  • 2019 – 150,239 miles
  • 2018 – 132,063 miles
  • 2016 – 119,569 miles
  • 2015 – 109,296 miles
  • 2014 – 100,362 miles
  • 2013 – 91,436 miles
  • 2012 – 81,923 miles
  • 2011 – 73,018 miles
  • 2010 – 64,601 miles
  • 2009 – 55,376 miles
  • 2008 – 40,978 miles
  • 2007 – 33,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,505 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • 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 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,505 miles (+9,995)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    184,505 miles
    Test number
    729002676287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,510 miles (+148)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    174,510 miles
    Test number
    202073700870
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail174,362 miles (+12,619)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,362 miles
    Test number
    553749510364
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,743 miles (+11,504)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    161,743 miles
    Test number
    257815393539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass150,239 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    150,239 miles
    Test number
    627255338755
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail150,235 miles (+18,172)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,235 miles
    Test number
    861694740647
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass132,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,063 miles
    Test number
    615282981219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,063 miles (+12,494)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,063 miles
    Test number
    655758517236
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass119,569 miles (+10,273)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,569 miles
    Test number
    329657825564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,296 miles (+8,934)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    109,296 miles
    Test number
    643648341421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,362 miles (+8,926)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    100,362 miles
    Test number
    395216244365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,436 miles (+9,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    91,436 miles
    Test number
    199807353319
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass81,923 miles (+8,905)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,923 miles
    Test number
    527135942336
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass73,018 miles (+8,417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,018 miles
    Test number
    136967141369
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCrack in n/s mirror

  15. Pass64,601 miles (+9,225)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,601 miles
    Test number
    172078830318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,376 miles (+14,398)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,376 miles
    Test number
    404860119380
    • NoteFront Number Plate Slightly Damaged
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear Number Plate Slightly Delaminated

  17. Pass40,978 miles (+7,451)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,978 miles
    Test number
    764708928186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,527 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,527 miles
    Test number
    710117307146
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r tyres cracking
    • NoteOil leak, possibly power steering.

Questions about T856 KAR

Does T856 KAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 KAR expired on 8 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 KAR?
The MOT on T856 KAR expired on 8 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 KAR done?
T856 KAR was recorded at 184,505 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2022, an average of 9,916 miles a year.
Has T856 KAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 KAR has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T856 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 T856 KAR find?
T856 KAR passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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