Ford logo

Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,388 cc

T974 MOBMOT history

T974 MOB is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 52,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
52,883 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
270 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T974 MOB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T974 MOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T974 MOB was last recorded at 52,883 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2019: 46,895 miles, lower than 83,903 miles on 5 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
51,913 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
970 miles
Average per year
270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,883 miles
  • 2024 – 51,913 miles
  • 2023 – 51,151 miles
  • 2022 – 50,207 miles
  • 2021 – 49,796 miles
  • 2020 – 49,106 miles
  • 2019 – 46,895 miles
  • 2018 – 83,903 miles
  • 2017 – 81,297 miles
  • 2016 – 79,131 miles
  • 2015 – 76,816 miles
  • 2014 – 74,417 miles
  • 2013 – 72,997 miles
  • 2012 – 70,216 miles
  • 2011 – 66,921 miles
  • 2010 – 62,934 miles
  • 2009 – 58,611 miles
  • 2008 – 55,095 miles
  • 2007 – 51,670 miles
  • 2006 – 47,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,883 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Original brake pipes coated with grease.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,883 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    52,883 miles
    Test number
    118317347692
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail52,883 miles (+970)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,883 miles
    Test number
    693124045835
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass51,913 miles (+762)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    51,913 miles
    Test number
    929703059668
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass51,151 miles (+944)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,151 miles
    Test number
    206042868916
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass50,207 miles (+411)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    947905470841
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass49,796 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,796 miles
    Test number
    446445810295
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail49,796 miles (+690)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,796 miles
    Test number
    997457612325
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass49,106 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,106 miles
    Test number
    534088229223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail49,099 miles (+2,204)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,099 miles
    Test number
    177312994397
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  10. Pass46,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    107476802276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail46,895 miles (-37,008)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    739142993827
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass83,903 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    365121447834
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail83,903 miles (+2,606)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    479279357601
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass81,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,297 miles
    Test number
    798010885417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail81,297 miles (+2,166)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,297 miles
    Test number
    253427805176
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass79,131 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,131 miles
    Test number
    737662374146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,816 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    76,816 miles
    Test number
    909071465737
    • AdvisoryOriginal brake pipes coated with grease.

  18. Fail76,813 miles (+139)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,813 miles
    Test number
    420407293353
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOriginal brake pipes coated with grease.

  19. Fail76,674 miles (+2,257)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,674 miles
    Test number
    821896817390
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded

  20. Pass74,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,417 miles
    Test number
    137821614348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,417 miles (+1,420)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,417 miles
    Test number
    448343804486
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass72,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    337851413362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,997 miles (+2,781)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    616904403339
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass70,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,216 miles
    Test number
    545356802332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,216 miles (+3,295)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,216 miles
    Test number
    897793692259
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass66,921 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,921 miles
    Test number
    145804591256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,934 miles
    Test number
    533244790265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail62,934 miles (+4,323)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,934 miles
    Test number
    170316580285
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass58,611 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    782206689204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass55,095 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,095 miles
    Test number
    773887588298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass51,670 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    51,670 miles
    Test number
    651008277273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass47,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,714 miles
    Test number
    592968976236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T974 MOB

Does T974 MOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T974 MOB is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T974 MOB?
The MOT on T974 MOB is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T974 MOB done?
T974 MOB was recorded at 52,883 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 270 miles a year.
Has T974 MOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T974 MOB has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T974 MOB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T974 MOB find?
T974 MOB passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T974 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.