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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T943 TEVMOT history

T943 TEV is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2023
Mileage
131,309 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T943 TEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T943 TEV was last recorded at 131,309 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 3,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,714 miles · 30 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,595 miles
Average per year
4,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,309 miles
  • 2022 – 127,714 miles
  • 2021 – 124,813 miles
  • 2020 – 123,023 miles
  • 2019 – 119,713 miles
  • 2018 – 114,737 miles
  • 2017 – 110,407 miles
  • 2016 – 106,363 miles
  • 2015 – 103,937 miles
  • 2014 – 99,527 miles
  • 2013 – 95,206 miles
  • 2012 – 92,638 miles
  • 2010 – 88,904 miles
  • 2008 – 76,778 miles
  • 2007 – 70,395 miles
  • 2006 – 61,344 miles
  • 2005 – 53,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,309 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside - worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm bush mounting area corroded at inner sill and inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket broken, lamp is still secure
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorating
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded and deteriorated
  • AdvisoryMoisture at steering rackRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2016

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,309 miles (+3,595)4 major1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,309 miles
    Test number
    314457084123
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside - worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm bush mounting area corroded at inner sill and inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket broken, lamp is still secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMoisture at steering rack
  2. Pass127,714 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,714 miles
    Test number
    546678132093
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail127,710 miles (+2,897)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,710 miles
    Test number
    917662384736
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass124,813 miles (+1,790)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    124,813 miles
    Test number
    359610821434
    • AdvisoryChip to Windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to Rear Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play On Limit Now (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone Rear Bush - On Limit Now (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipework Into Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside Trailing Arm Bushes - On Limit Now (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass123,023 miles (+3,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    123,023 miles
    Test number
    231600116747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp deteriorating
  6. Pass119,713 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    119,713 miles
    Test number
    845664501405
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill areas corroding nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes deteriorating nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer heat shield deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel tank filler/breather pipe areas corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding
    • AdvisoryMoisture power steering rack and pump areas
  7. Fail119,713 miles (+4,976)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,713 miles
    Test number
    158566548079
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill areas corroding nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes deteriorating nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer heat shield deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel tank filler/breather pipe areas corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding
    • AdvisoryMoisture power steering rack and pump areas
  8. Pass114,737 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,737 miles
    Test number
    555471034293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil residue power steering rack / pump area's
  9. Fail114,730 miles (+4,323)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,730 miles
    Test number
    177235819238
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front sub frame area's (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil residue power steering rack / pump area's
  10. Pass110,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,407 miles
    Test number
    179389637854
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen outside swept area
  11. Fail110,404 miles (+4,041)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,404 miles
    Test number
    871191508628
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.12 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box area (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn unevenly (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen outside swept area
  12. Pass106,363 miles (+2,426)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,363 miles
    Test number
    233658257085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen outside swept area
    • AdvisoryMoisture at steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp slightly loose in upper mount
  13. Pass103,937 miles (+4,410)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    695981425111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades deteriorating
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose & rattling
  14. Pass99,527 miles (+4,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,527 miles
    Test number
    997994804195
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass95,206 miles (+2,568)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,206 miles
    Test number
    235766883004
    • NoteExhaust heat shields rattling
    • NoteMoisture around steering rack end
  16. Pass92,638 miles (+3,734)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,638 miles
    Test number
    116785092401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,904 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    820696900330
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked.
  18. Fail88,904 miles (+5,524)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    554365300355
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked.
  19. Fail83,380 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,380 miles
    Test number
    522688100091
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass83,380 miles (+6,602)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    83,380 miles
    Test number
    554668200093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  21. Pass76,778 miles (+6,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    76,778 miles
    Test number
    930444958374
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
  22. Pass70,395 miles (+9,051)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    70,395 miles
    Test number
    523707247320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,344 miles
    Test number
    872150046326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,344 miles (+8,318)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,344 miles
    Test number
    630890246310
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  25. Pass53,026 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    53,026 miles
    Test number
    830835665301
    • NoteOffside front c.v/ gaiter insecure

Questions about T943 TEV

Does T943 TEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T943 TEV expired on 30 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T943 TEV?
The MOT on T943 TEV expired on 30 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T943 TEV done?
T943 TEV was recorded at 131,309 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 4,519 miles a year.
Has T943 TEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T943 TEV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T943 TEV 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 T943 TEV find?
T943 TEV failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 17 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at offside; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 19 more.

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