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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T940 SDAMOT history

T940 SDA is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 71,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
71,105 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T940 SDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T940 SDA was last recorded at 71,105 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,105 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,105 miles
  • 2025 – 70,928 miles
  • 2024 – 70,731 miles
  • 2023 – 70,420 miles
  • 2022 – 69,695 miles
  • 2021 – 68,908 miles
  • 2020 – 67,980 miles
  • 2019 – 67,178 miles
  • 2018 – 66,194 miles
  • 2017 – 64,669 miles
  • 2016 – 62,840 miles
  • 2015 – 61,032 miles
  • 2014 – 59,020 miles
  • 2013 – 57,017 miles
  • 2012 – 54,958 miles
  • 2011 – 53,267 miles
  • 2010 – 51,353 miles
  • 2009 – 49,242 miles
  • 2008 – 46,980 miles
  • 2007 – 43,576 miles
  • 2006 – 39,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,105 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    660707008529
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,105 miles (+177)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    630123320383
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,928 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    70,928 miles
    Test number
    448534249393
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail70,928 miles (+197)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,928 miles
    Test number
    601662698983
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    999958848432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,731 miles (+311)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    919706400578
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    735538378892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail70,420 miles (+725)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    611391854282
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass69,695 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,695 miles
    Test number
    166257704745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail69,695 miles (+787)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,695 miles
    Test number
    302566721442
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass68,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,908 miles
    Test number
    969142731648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,908 miles (+928)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,908 miles
    Test number
    466615877398
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass67,980 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,980 miles
    Test number
    723967280228
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail67,980 miles (+802)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,980 miles
    Test number
    371849048570
    • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury N/S/F wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass67,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,178 miles
    Test number
    960090808491
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail67,178 miles (+984)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,178 miles
    Test number
    277308116072
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass66,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    911911408677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  18. Fail66,194 miles (+1,525)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    838015934713
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  19. Pass64,669 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,669 miles
    Test number
    759016215998
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded X2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit X2 (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail64,669 miles (+1,829)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,669 miles
    Test number
    543385436641
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded X2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit X2 (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass62,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,840 miles
    Test number
    375334278231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,840 miles (+1,808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,840 miles
    Test number
    191831337206
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass61,032 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,032 miles
    Test number
    721871117568
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance only just passed 28% o/s lazy
    • AdvisoryN/s rear wheel bearing noisey

  24. Fail61,003 miles (+1,983)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,003 miles
    Test number
    274430608194
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance only just passed 28% o/s lazy
    • AdvisoryN/s rear wheel bearing noisey

  25. Fail59,020 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,020 miles
    Test number
    338418614459
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass59,020 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,020 miles
    Test number
    449498114242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,017 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,017 miles
    Test number
    819930223294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,958 miles (+1,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,958 miles
    Test number
    787431322298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass53,267 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,267 miles
    Test number
    786721421288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,266 miles (+1,913)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,266 miles
    Test number
    669030821221
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  31. Pass51,353 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,353 miles
    Test number
    351398310230
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSevere vacuum leak at back of engine

  32. Fail51,353 miles (+2,111)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,353 miles
    Test number
    761328710267
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSevere vacuum leak at back of engine

  33. Pass49,242 miles (+2,262)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,242 miles
    Test number
    991018019211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  34. Fail46,980 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,980 miles
    Test number
    143240028264
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  35. Pass46,980 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,980 miles
    Test number
    202470328246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass43,576 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,576 miles
    Test number
    592275517290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass39,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,954 miles
    Test number
    554418706228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T940 SDA

Does T940 SDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T940 SDA is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T940 SDA?
The MOT on T940 SDA is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T940 SDA done?
T940 SDA was recorded at 71,105 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 1,554 miles a year.
Has T940 SDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T940 SDA has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T940 SDA 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 T940 SDA find?
T940 SDA passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive.

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