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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,596 cc

V17 TCBMOT history

V17 TCB is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 111,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

V17 TCB red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
111,775 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V17 TCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V17 TCB was last recorded at 111,775 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,775 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,775 miles
  • 2025 – 106,717 miles
  • 2024 – 102,660 miles
  • 2023 – 96,438 miles
  • 2022 – 92,082 miles
  • 2020 – 79,161 miles
  • 2019 – 64,960 miles
  • 2017 – 48,822 miles
  • 2016 – 41,872 miles
  • 2015 – 33,706 miles
  • 2014 – 25,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,775 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    111,775 miles
    Test number
    743378838519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,775 miles (+5,058)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,775 miles
    Test number
    552566311220
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested INOP (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass106,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,717 miles
    Test number
    197865285793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,717 miles (+4,057)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,717 miles
    Test number
    671675392608
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) TRACK ROD END (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,660 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    102,660 miles
    Test number
    546337990596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,438 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    96,438 miles
    Test number
    405052277284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,082 miles (+12,921)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,082 miles
    Test number
    619743621195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,161 miles
    Test number
    187331956366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,161 miles (+14,201)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,161 miles
    Test number
    328471308134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass64,960 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,960 miles
    Test number
    724140934671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail64,939 miles (+16,117)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,939 miles
    Test number
    928133700724
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass48,822 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,822 miles
    Test number
    103341350017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,872 miles (+8,166)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,872 miles
    Test number
    736253970305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,706 miles (+8,508)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,706 miles
    Test number
    845047152437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,198 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,198 miles
    Test number
    948061964256
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V17 TCB

Does V17 TCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V17 TCB is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V17 TCB?
The MOT on V17 TCB is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V17 TCB done?
V17 TCB was recorded at 111,775 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 7,233 miles a year.
Has V17 TCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V17 TCB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V17 TCB 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 V17 TCB find?
V17 TCB passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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