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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T993 VUMMOT history

T993 VUM is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2023
Mileage
156,777 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T993 VUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T993 VUM was last recorded at 156,777 miles on 13 Oct 2023, 6,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,891 miles · 6 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
6,886 miles
Average per year
2,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,777 miles
  • 2022 – 149,891 miles
  • 2021 – 147,496 miles
  • 2020 – 144,373 miles
  • 2019 – 141,058 miles
  • 2018 – 136,622 miles
  • 2017 – 134,125 miles
  • 2016 – 130,894 miles
  • 2015 – 130,733 miles
  • 2014 – 130,509 miles
  • 2013 – 130,235 miles
  • 2012 – 130,118 miles
  • 2011 – 129,782 miles
  • 2010 – 129,263 miles
  • 2009 – 128,650 miles
  • 2008 – 128,045 miles
  • 2007 – 115,135 miles
  • 2006 – 114,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,777 miles
  • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sills excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sills excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box has major leak (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip damaged (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail156,777 miles (+6,886)15 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,777 miles
    Test number
    312116423045
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sills excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sills excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box has major leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip damaged (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,891 miles (+2,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    149,891 miles
    Test number
    879817881214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass147,496 miles (+3,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,496 miles
    Test number
    835589066190
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass144,373 miles (+3,315)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    144,373 miles
    Test number
    972296417144
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  5. Pass141,058 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,058 miles
    Test number
    759500866989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,622 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,622 miles
    Test number
    371074063621
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,622 miles (+2,497)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,622 miles
    Test number
    525690899140
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,125 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    134,125 miles
    Test number
    790161380975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,894 miles (+161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    130,894 miles
    Test number
    457154599894
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded.

  10. Pass130,733 miles (+224)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    130,733 miles
    Test number
    799974995011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass130,509 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,509 miles
    Test number
    955845194062
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth inner cv joint gaiters leaking grease.
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  12. Fail130,509 miles (+274)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,509 miles
    Test number
    285465494032
    • FailureNearside Front 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 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 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth inner cv joint gaiters leaking grease.
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass130,235 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    130,235 miles
    Test number
    195846693416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded.
    • NoteFuel filler and breather pipes slightly corroded.
    • NoteInner driveshaft gaiters leaking grease.

  14. Fail130,235 miles (+117)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,235 miles
    Test number
    847916893087
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded.
    • NoteFuel filler and breather pipes slightly corroded.
    • NoteInner driveshaft gaiters leaking grease.

  15. Pass130,118 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    130,118 miles
    Test number
    476161592063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail130,118 miles (+336)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,118 miles
    Test number
    338131092059
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass129,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    129,782 miles
    Test number
    409229791074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail129,782 miles (+519)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,782 miles
    Test number
    935399091044
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail129,263 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,263 miles
    Test number
    141013290405
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NotePoor beam pattern to front headlamps
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Pass129,263 miles (+613)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    129,263 miles
    Test number
    502773490005
    • NotePoor beam pattern to front headlamps
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass128,650 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    128,650 miles
    Test number
    981616299012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery sluggish.
    • NoteOil over full.

  22. Fail128,650 miles (+605)2 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,650 miles
    Test number
    470116999088
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery sluggish.
    • NoteOil over full.

  23. Pass128,045 miles (+12,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    128,045 miles
    Test number
    422110978082
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  24. Pass115,135 miles (+365)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    115,135 miles
    Test number
    763144797093
    • NoteIner drive shaft boots seeping greese

  25. Pass114,770 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    114,770 miles
    Test number
    960805496090
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T993 VUM

Does T993 VUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T993 VUM expired on 9 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T993 VUM?
The MOT on T993 VUM expired on 9 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T993 VUM done?
T993 VUM was recorded at 156,777 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2023, an average of 2,397 miles a year.
Has T993 VUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T993 VUM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T993 VUM 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 T993 VUM find?
T993 VUM failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2023 with 15 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; headlamp aim unable to be tested, and 15 more.

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