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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

T972 CFMMOT history

T972 CFM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 188,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2026
Mileage
188,271 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 CFM
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
17 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 CFM was last recorded at 188,271 miles on 30 Jun 2025, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,118 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
5,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,271 miles
  • 2024 – 181,130 miles
  • 2023 – 177,836 miles
  • 2022 – 168,763 miles
  • 2021 – 161,124 miles
  • 2020 – 151,243 miles
  • 2019 – 141,129 miles
  • 2018 – 133,306 miles
  • 2017 – 131,551 miles
  • 2016 – 130,825 miles
  • 2015 – 129,896 miles
  • 2014 – 129,033 miles
  • 2013 – 125,719 miles
  • 2012 – 122,908 miles
  • 2011 – 118,722 miles
  • 2010 – 115,512 miles
  • 2009 – 104,912 miles
  • 2008 – 95,816 miles
  • 2007 – 85,803 miles
  • 2006 – 75,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,271 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central pipes front to rear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective Allowing rear exhaust to foul on subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on outer edge and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,271 miles (+153)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    188,271 miles
    Test number
    683167715808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail188,118 miles (+6,988)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,118 miles
    Test number
    660530996509
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass181,130 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    181,130 miles
    Test number
    295653847306
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central pipes front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Allowing rear exhaust to foul on subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome underbody corrosion
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and connected suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail181,130 miles (+3,294)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,130 miles
    Test number
    170125725178
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Weathered (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Weathered (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central pipes front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Allowing rear exhaust to foul on subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome underbody corrosion
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and connected suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass177,836 miles (+9,073)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    177,836 miles
    Test number
    130377476499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome age related underbody corrosion, not excessive or holed at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass168,763 miles (+7,639)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,763 miles
    Test number
    429382933119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and connected suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass161,124 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    161,124 miles
    Test number
    754504667396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail161,017 miles (+9,774)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,017 miles
    Test number
    221942504700
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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))
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,243 miles (+10,114)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    151,243 miles
    Test number
    635452397990
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass141,129 miles (+7,823)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,129 miles
    Test number
    191697587991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,306 miles (+1,755)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,306 miles
    Test number
    606721291615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,551 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    635560787142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail131,544 miles (+719)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,544 miles
    Test number
    236392979569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass130,825 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    130,825 miles
    Test number
    358403862429
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail130,802 miles (+906)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,802 miles
    Test number
    962914786035
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass129,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,896 miles
    Test number
    718605285149
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail129,896 miles (+863)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,896 miles
    Test number
    957905085141
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass129,033 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,033 miles
    Test number
    146686384161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass125,719 miles (+2,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    125,719 miles
    Test number
    417210783166
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass122,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    122,908 miles
    Test number
    506128692100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail122,902 miles (+4,180)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,902 miles
    Test number
    249918092451
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass118,722 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,722 miles
    Test number
    575141171026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass115,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    115,512 miles
    Test number
    720109860092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail115,512 miles (+10,600)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,512 miles
    Test number
    421789760046
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass104,912 miles (+9,096)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    104,912 miles
    Test number
    172031979090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass95,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    95,816 miles
    Test number
    804293918105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail95,816 miles (+10,013)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,816 miles
    Test number
    324693018143
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass85,803 miles (+10,746)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    85,803 miles
    Test number
    400346017191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass75,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,057 miles
    Test number
    392317886049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T972 CFM

Does T972 CFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T972 CFM expired on 12 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T972 CFM?
The MOT on T972 CFM expired on 12 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T972 CFM done?
T972 CFM was recorded at 188,271 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2025, an average of 5,879 miles a year.
Has T972 CFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 CFM has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T972 CFM 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 T972 CFM find?
T972 CFM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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