Ford logo

Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T945 LAUMOT history

T945 LAU is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,997 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,327 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T945 LAU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T945 LAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T945 LAU was last recorded at 76,997 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 1,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,818 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,179 miles
Average per year
2,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,997 miles
  • 2025 – 75,818 miles
  • 2024 – 74,989 miles
  • 2023 – 73,674 miles
  • 2022 – 72,545 miles
  • 2021 – 71,234 miles
  • 2020 – 70,075 miles
  • 2019 – 68,301 miles
  • 2018 – 66,338 miles
  • 2017 – 63,937 miles
  • 2016 – 61,551 miles
  • 2015 – 59,416 miles
  • 2014 – 56,344 miles
  • 2013 – 53,793 miles
  • 2012 – 50,904 miles
  • 2011 – 48,479 miles
  • 2010 – 45,524 miles
  • 2009 – 41,374 miles
  • 2008 – 37,784 miles
  • 2007 – 33,847 miles
  • 2006 – 29,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,997 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,997 miles (+1,179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,997 miles
    Test number
    948771850711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,818 miles (+829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,818 miles
    Test number
    110580625491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,989 miles (+1,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,989 miles
    Test number
    635251349112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,674 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,674 miles
    Test number
    298693482290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,674 miles (+1,129)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,674 miles
    Test number
    455731106525
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,545 miles (+1,311)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,545 miles
    Test number
    448269460753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass71,234 miles (+1,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,234 miles
    Test number
    657610264656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,075 miles (+1,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,075 miles
    Test number
    711178939567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass68,301 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    638078765541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,338 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,338 miles
    Test number
    615325124760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,937 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,937 miles
    Test number
    839080149592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,551 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    606446905381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,416 miles (+3,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,416 miles
    Test number
    905232845093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass56,344 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,344 miles
    Test number
    676095044065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,793 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,793 miles
    Test number
    858974443039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,904 miles (+2,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    976968942035
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass48,479 miles (+2,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,479 miles
    Test number
    236989531026
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass45,524 miles (+4,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    402736840099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass41,374 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,374 miles
    Test number
    280233949082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,784 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,784 miles
    Test number
    220125838069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,847 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,847 miles
    Test number
    633533927023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteLight corrosion exhaust rear silencer & rear brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r sill trims missing
    • NoteSlight noise from auxilary belt area

  22. Pass33,847 miles (+4,527)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,847 miles
    Test number
    703463727087
    • NoteLight corrosion exhaust rear silencer & rear brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r sill trims missing
    • NoteSlight noise from auxilary belt area

  23. Pass29,320 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,320 miles
    Test number
    933556546046
    • NoteO/s/f & n/s/f sill trims missing
    • NoteSlight noise aux/belt area
    • NoteSlight water ingress rear number plate

Questions about T945 LAU

Does T945 LAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T945 LAU is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T945 LAU?
The MOT on T945 LAU is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T945 LAU done?
T945 LAU was recorded at 76,997 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 2,327 miles a year.
Has T945 LAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T945 LAU has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T945 LAU 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 T945 LAU find?
T945 LAU passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T945 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.