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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T985 SMAMOT history

T985 SMA is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2022
Mileage
92,823 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 SMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
26 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T985 SMA was last recorded at 92,823 miles on 26 May 2022, 1,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,969 miles · 21 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,854 miles
Average per year
3,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,823 miles
  • 2021 – 90,969 miles
  • 2020 – 89,249 miles
  • 2019 – 87,479 miles
  • 2018 – 85,587 miles
  • 2017 – 83,812 miles
  • 2016 – 81,876 miles
  • 2015 – 79,987 miles
  • 2014 – 77,890 miles
  • 2013 – 75,712 miles
  • 2012 – 72,870 miles
  • 2011 – 71,054 miles
  • 2010 – 68,072 miles
  • 2009 – 64,244 miles
  • 2008 – 59,560 miles
  • 2007 – 52,004 miles
  • 2006 – 44,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,823 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner and outer sills holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front and rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck pipes
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside rear short sections over rear hubs (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,823 miles (+1,854)5 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,823 miles
    Test number
    964808112513
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner and outer sills holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front and rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside rear short sections over rear hubs (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  2. Pass90,969 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,969 miles
    Test number
    100304226659
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills at rear in poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle in poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail90,969 miles (+1,720)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,969 miles
    Test number
    792008667874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills at rear in poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle in poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass89,249 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    559453938041
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail89,249 miles (+1,770)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    891251254179
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass87,479 miles (+1,892)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    87,479 miles
    Test number
    669919034519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,587 miles (+1,775)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,587 miles
    Test number
    292560910912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion on rear subframe

  8. Pass83,812 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,812 miles
    Test number
    822824826206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail83,750 miles (+1,874)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    747115038431
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass81,876 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,876 miles
    Test number
    269881302533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail81,876 miles (+1,889)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,876 miles
    Test number
    529895468501
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass79,987 miles (+2,097)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    777716745140
    • NoteAntirollbar coronation
    • NoteBoth front outer steel brake pipis corroded
    • NoteN/s/rear steel b/pipe to flexy corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  13. Pass77,890 miles (+2,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,890 miles
    Test number
    947763044192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass75,712 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,712 miles
    Test number
    675111263143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,870 miles (+1,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    467924362133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass71,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,054 miles
    Test number
    348817991024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,049 miles (+2,977)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,049 miles
    Test number
    626367091040
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass68,072 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,072 miles
    Test number
    650617590069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail68,061 miles (+3,817)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,061 miles
    Test number
    363387890010
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass64,244 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,244 miles
    Test number
    614800219182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,560 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,560 miles
    Test number
    342059218169
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail59,560 miles (+7,556)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,560 miles
    Test number
    974159518128
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass52,004 miles (+7,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,004 miles
    Test number
    864960427136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,505 miles
    Test number
    753492426101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,505 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,505 miles
    Test number
    372002026147
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T985 SMA

Does T985 SMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 SMA expired on 11 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 SMA?
The MOT on T985 SMA expired on 11 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 SMA done?
T985 SMA was recorded at 92,823 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2022, an average of 3,008 miles a year.
Has T985 SMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 SMA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T985 SMA 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 T985 SMA find?
T985 SMA failed its latest MOT on 26 May 2022 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner and outer sills holed, and 17 more.

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