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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T917 BTHMOT history

T917 BTH is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2025
Mileage
89,947 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T917 BTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T917 BTH was last recorded at 89,947 miles on 5 Jan 2024, 5,951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,996 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,951 miles
Average per year
1,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,947 miles
  • 2023 – 83,996 miles
  • 2021 – 80,253 miles
  • 2020 – 79,968 miles
  • 2019 – 79,643 miles
  • 2018 – 79,469 miles
  • 2017 – 77,791 miles
  • 2016 – 75,269 miles
  • 2015 – 74,629 miles
  • 2014 – 74,361 miles
  • 2013 – 73,482 miles
  • 2012 – 72,978 miles
  • 2011 – 72,892 miles
  • 2010 – 72,622 miles
  • 2009 – 72,050 miles
  • 2008 – 71,700 miles
  • 2006 – 70,411 miles
  • 2005 – 64,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,947 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side tralling arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side soon (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear exhaust box corroded and hold and slight blow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,947 miles (+5,951)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,947 miles
    Test number
    640865807686
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side tralling arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side soon (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,996 miles (+3,743)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,996 miles
    Test number
    898634623836
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass80,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,253 miles
    Test number
    783651336622
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail80,253 miles (+285)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,253 miles
    Test number
    905579989809
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,968 miles (+325)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    140884838783
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlights poor aim / focus (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass79,643 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    943731129087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,469 miles
    Test number
    752953947223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,468 miles (+1,677)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    613628872939
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass77,791 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,791 miles
    Test number
    930894787511
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and hold and slight blow

  10. Fail77,767 miles (+2,498)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,767 miles
    Test number
    108036673602
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and hold and slight blow

  11. Pass75,269 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    242483727892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,268 miles (+639)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    940602422436
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced no focus (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced on focus (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass74,629 miles (+268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,629 miles
    Test number
    977427385873
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum

  14. Pass74,361 miles (+879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    276392244386
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass73,482 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    887647423348
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront disc worn
    • NoteRear washer insufficient

  16. Fail73,482 miles (+504)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    648347723327
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront disc worn
    • NoteRear washer insufficient

  17. Fail72,978 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,978 miles
    Test number
    767006152318
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  18. Pass72,978 miles (+86)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    72,978 miles
    Test number
    799796352393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  19. Pass72,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    407560851314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,892 miles (+270)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    317579841335
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear suspension corroded

  21. Pass72,622 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,622 miles
    Test number
    552540550326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,347 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,347 miles
    Test number
    722116810028
    • NoteAdvice:nearside front headlamp condensation

  23. Fail72,345 miles (+295)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,345 miles
    Test number
    102696910424
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvice:nearside front headlamp condensation

  24. Pass72,050 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    72,050 miles
    Test number
    503054729043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,700 miles (+2)9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    71,700 miles
    Test number
    120791918059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSill / under body covers fitted

  26. Fail71,698 miles (+1,287)1 failure9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    262340518087
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSill / under body covers fitted

  27. Pass70,411 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    70,411 miles
    Test number
    430320586287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,683 miles
    Test number
    432017815252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T917 BTH

Does T917 BTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T917 BTH expired on 4 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T917 BTH?
The MOT on T917 BTH expired on 4 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T917 BTH done?
T917 BTH was recorded at 89,947 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2024, an average of 1,372 miles a year.
Has T917 BTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T917 BTH has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T917 BTH 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 T917 BTH find?
T917 BTH passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2024 with 7 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside rear lower vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 4 more.

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