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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T973 NOCMOT history

T973 NOC is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 145,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,347 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T973 NOC
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T973 NOC was last recorded at 145,347 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 6,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,111 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,236 miles
Average per year
4,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,347 miles
  • 2025 – 139,111 miles
  • 2024 – 133,016 miles
  • 2023 – 124,879 miles
  • 2021 – 119,649 miles
  • 2020 – 114,076 miles
  • 2019 – 109,411 miles
  • 2018 – 106,123 miles
  • 2017 – 102,723 miles
  • 2016 – 99,765 miles
  • 2015 – 97,373 miles
  • 2014 – 94,364 miles
  • 2013 – 91,568 miles
  • 2012 – 89,732 miles
  • 2011 – 84,763 miles
  • 2010 – 76,689 miles
  • 2009 – 72,086 miles
  • 2008 – 64,672 miles
  • 2007 – 58,269 miles
  • 2006 – 50,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,347 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlastic outer sills fitted unable to inspect sills fully

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass145,347 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,347 miles
    Test number
    736569495709
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sills fitted unable to inspect sills fully

  2. Fail145,347 miles (+6,236)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,347 miles
    Test number
    218970922619
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sills fitted unable to inspect sills fully

  3. Pass139,111 miles (+58)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    139,111 miles
    Test number
    693973422931
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub frame and components corroded

  4. Fail139,053 miles (+6,037)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,053 miles
    Test number
    121688337957
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub frame and components corroded

  5. Pass133,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,016 miles
    Test number
    867360919724
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail133,016 miles (+17)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,016 miles
    Test number
    972911005837
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail132,999 miles (+8,120)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,999 miles
    Test number
    507780696059
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass124,879 miles (+5,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,879 miles
    Test number
    118742809602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass119,649 miles (+172)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,649 miles
    Test number
    820018919293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 coverd in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail119,477 miles (+339)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,477 miles
    Test number
    779944918255
    • MajorEmissions not tested full cat test ( due to lambda reading ) (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail119,138 miles (+5,062)1 dangerous2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,138 miles
    Test number
    392182041152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens hazed

  12. Pass114,076 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,076 miles
    Test number
    152196467535
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear vehicle underbody components corroded but not seriously weakened

  13. Fail113,973 miles (+4,562)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,973 miles
    Test number
    605923103508
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass109,411 miles (+3,288)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,411 miles
    Test number
    363995728198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  15. Pass106,123 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,123 miles
    Test number
    643677808924
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail106,014 miles (+3,291)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,014 miles
    Test number
    734495305442
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass102,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,723 miles
    Test number
    530991804902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail102,715 miles (+2,950)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,715 miles
    Test number
    849558144691
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass99,765 miles (+2,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,765 miles
    Test number
    663424097203
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass97,373 miles (+3,009)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,373 miles
    Test number
    977200015126
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass94,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,364 miles
    Test number
    915240034123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,364 miles (+2,796)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,364 miles
    Test number
    177383324172
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  23. Pass91,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    578197423196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,568 miles (+1,836)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    737287423146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  25. Pass89,732 miles (+4,969)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    89,732 miles
    Test number
    408232202162
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust mount bracket broken but not insecure

  26. Pass84,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,763 miles
    Test number
    179659981069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail84,763 miles (+8,074)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,763 miles
    Test number
    835489381094
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass76,689 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,689 miles
    Test number
    130898280429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,086 miles (+45)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,086 miles
    Test number
    154687589065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteParking brake may need adjustment soon

  30. Fail72,041 miles (+7,369)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    410575489016
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass64,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    373851488094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail64,672 miles (+6,403)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    411651888053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass58,269 miles (+7,606)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    932000497080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass50,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    974328486056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T973 NOC

Does T973 NOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T973 NOC is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T973 NOC?
The MOT on T973 NOC is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T973 NOC done?
T973 NOC was recorded at 145,347 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 4,741 miles a year.
Has T973 NOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T973 NOC has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T973 NOC 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 T973 NOC find?
T973 NOC passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor corrosion, and 1 more.

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