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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T970 LKEMOT history

T970 LKE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2025
Mileage
94,639 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 LKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T970 LKE was last recorded at 94,639 miles on 15 Apr 2025, 2,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,749 miles · 25 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,890 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,639 miles
  • 2024 – 91,749 miles
  • 2023 – 82,686 miles
  • 2022 – 71,247 miles
  • 2021 – 60,370 miles
  • 2020 – 57,255 miles
  • 2019 – 41,977 miles
  • 2018 – 34,951 miles
  • 2017 – 31,421 miles
  • 2016 – 30,901 miles
  • 2015 – 30,153 miles
  • 2014 – 29,246 miles
  • 2013 – 27,979 miles
  • 2012 – 27,137 miles
  • 2011 – 25,686 miles
  • 2010 – 24,451 miles
  • 2009 – 23,338 miles
  • 2008 – 21,943 miles
  • 2007 – 19,945 miles
  • 2006 – 18,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,639 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop Link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill hole. Marked in yellow. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corroded.
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Underside general corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,639 miles (+2,890)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,639 miles
    Test number
    585889780673
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop Link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill hole. Marked in yellow. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded.

  2. Pass91,749 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,749 miles
    Test number
    251552343879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle carrier corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear rear springs corroded.

  3. Fail91,749 miles (+9,063)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,749 miles
    Test number
    912831397061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working unit full of water remove clean connections fit new bulb. (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle carrier corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear rear springs corroded.

  4. Pass82,686 miles (+80)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,686 miles
    Test number
    812283905091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside general corrosion.

  5. Fail82,606 miles (+11,359)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,606 miles
    Test number
    716802328034
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside general corrosion.

  6. Pass71,247 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,247 miles
    Test number
    135907461390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,223 miles (+10,853)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,223 miles
    Test number
    364002261824
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass60,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    674651965429
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail60,368 miles (+3,113)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,368 miles
    Test number
    994842160223
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass57,255 miles (+15,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,255 miles
    Test number
    735404740851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass41,977 miles (+7,026)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,977 miles
    Test number
    716230096053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,951 miles (+3,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,951 miles
    Test number
    536610634198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass31,421 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,421 miles
    Test number
    949730602835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    608385835619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,901 miles (+748)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    223366351627
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass30,153 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,153 miles
    Test number
    288572375056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,246 miles
    Test number
    196059264000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,246 miles (+1,267)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,246 miles
    Test number
    856079864047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass27,979 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,979 miles
    Test number
    836872873039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,137 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,137 miles
    Test number
    916165272083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,686 miles (+1,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,686 miles
    Test number
    336093271086
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass24,451 miles (+1,113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,451 miles
    Test number
    841891070033
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass23,338 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,338 miles
    Test number
    503453379092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,943 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,943 miles
    Test number
    113415578401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,945 miles (+1,815)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,945 miles
    Test number
    450102977058
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut to tread but not able to see cords

  26. Pass18,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,130 miles
    Test number
    234657476019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T970 LKE

Does T970 LKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T970 LKE expired on 10 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T970 LKE?
The MOT on T970 LKE expired on 10 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T970 LKE done?
T970 LKE was recorded at 94,639 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2025, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has T970 LKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 LKE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T970 LKE 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 T970 LKE find?
T970 LKE failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2025 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link.; offside front service brake excessively binding, and 7 more.

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