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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T869 JYBMOT history

T869 JYB is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 164,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
164,978 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T869 JYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T869 JYB was last recorded at 164,978 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,954 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
4,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,978 miles
  • 2025 – 158,366 miles
  • 2024 – 151,653 miles
  • 2023 – 146,162 miles
  • 2022 – 142,129 miles
  • 2021 – 138,464 miles
  • 2019 – 130,829 miles
  • 2018 – 127,394 miles
  • 2017 – 122,085 miles
  • 2016 – 118,525 miles
  • 2015 – 115,953 miles
  • 2014 – 112,489 miles
  • 2013 – 108,330 miles
  • 2012 – 104,342 miles
  • 2011 – 99,342 miles
  • 2010 – 94,158 miles
  • 2009 – 87,664 miles
  • 2008 – 82,268 miles
  • 2007 – 77,746 miles
  • 2006 – 73,926 miles
  • 2005 – 71,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,978 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,978 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    164,978 miles
    Test number
    979705420911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail164,954 miles (+6,588)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,954 miles
    Test number
    968212295189
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe damaged Neck breather/filler pipe corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass158,366 miles (+6,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    158,366 miles
    Test number
    824050769292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass151,653 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,653 miles
    Test number
    685890532143
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail151,510 miles (+5,348)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,510 miles
    Test number
    806802567389
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass146,162 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,162 miles
    Test number
    674947545665
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail146,150 miles (+4,021)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,150 miles
    Test number
    241300940683
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,129 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,129 miles
    Test number
    499085646861
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail142,129 miles (+3,665)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,129 miles
    Test number
    178936713964
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass138,464 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    138,464 miles
    Test number
    532489573547
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail138,464 miles (+7,635)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,464 miles
    Test number
    918919022467
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass130,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,829 miles
    Test number
    118961831534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Fail130,829 miles (+3,435)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,829 miles
    Test number
    795706202365
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded

  14. Pass127,394 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,394 miles
    Test number
    551634309437
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail127,394 miles (+5,309)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,394 miles
    Test number
    637695258155
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass122,085 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,085 miles
    Test number
    979761591655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.

  17. Fail122,085 miles (+3,560)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,085 miles
    Test number
    872011014567
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by shock absorber mounting. (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.

  18. Pass118,525 miles (+2,572)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    118,525 miles
    Test number
    998623532313
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes starting to corrode.

  19. Pass115,953 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    115,953 miles
    Test number
    966631026115
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Fail115,953 miles (+3,464)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,953 miles
    Test number
    586949626191
    • FailureOffside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass112,489 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    945913704303
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface rust on rear chassi.

  22. Fail112,489 miles (+4,159)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    428443004371
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface rust on rear chassi.

  23. Pass108,330 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,330 miles
    Test number
    567646293237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.

  24. Fail108,330 miles (+3,988)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,330 miles
    Test number
    209576993228
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.

  25. Pass104,342 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,342 miles
    Test number
    729508792241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass99,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,342 miles
    Test number
    455465711358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail99,342 miles (+5,184)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,342 miles
    Test number
    157634311339
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  28. Pass94,158 miles (+6,494)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,158 miles
    Test number
    252152810363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass87,664 miles (+5,396)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    87,664 miles
    Test number
    700436519326
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNear side front and near side rear tyres starting to perish.

  30. Pass82,268 miles (+4,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    82,268 miles
    Test number
    292345608357
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass77,746 miles (+3,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    77,746 miles
    Test number
    864639117348
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass73,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    73,926 miles
    Test number
    920919016359
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Fail73,926 miles (+2,463)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,926 miles
    Test number
    172959316382
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  34. Pass71,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    71,463 miles
    Test number
    491111125348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T869 JYB

Does T869 JYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T869 JYB is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T869 JYB?
The MOT on T869 JYB is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T869 JYB done?
T869 JYB was recorded at 164,978 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,633 miles a year.
Has T869 JYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T869 JYB has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T869 JYB 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 T869 JYB find?
T869 JYB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 2 more.

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