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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,388 cc

V29 GPSMOT history

V29 GPS is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 151,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

V29 GPS red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
151,622 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 GPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 GPS was last recorded at 151,622 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,605 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
6,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,622 miles
  • 2025 – 140,652 miles
  • 2024 – 127,936 miles
  • 2023 – 116,645 miles
  • 2022 – 96,069 miles
  • 2021 – 84,467 miles
  • 2019 – 79,849 miles
  • 2018 – 78,685 miles
  • 2017 – 77,676 miles
  • 2016 – 74,672 miles
  • 2015 – 66,893 miles
  • 2014 – 60,924 miles
  • 2013 – 55,750 miles
  • 2012 – 51,915 miles
  • 2011 – 47,090 miles
  • 2010 – 41,064 miles
  • 2009 – 34,498 miles
  • 2008 – 25,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,622 miles
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,622 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    151,622 miles
    Test number
    759385048159
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail151,605 miles (+10,953)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,605 miles
    Test number
    586923186846
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment insecure (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount snapped
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Pass140,652 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,652 miles
    Test number
    786758493249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,640 miles (+3,506)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,640 miles
    Test number
    901328163085
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass137,134 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    137,134 miles
    Test number
    989488735621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail137,130 miles (+9,194)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,130 miles
    Test number
    768087350420
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,936 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,936 miles
    Test number
    116816172788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake requires attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail127,936 miles (+3,764)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,936 miles
    Test number
    646918036443
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail124,172 miles (+7,527)3 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,172 miles
    Test number
    210457299344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Trailing arm front bush detached from arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm (Lower arm) washers missing from mounting bolts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass116,645 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,645 miles
    Test number
    573389202469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded at the bottom
    • AdvisoryTailgate strutts wont hold tailgate up

  11. Fail116,645 miles (+2,515)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,645 miles
    Test number
    370033622888
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded at the bottom
    • AdvisoryTailgate strutts wont hold tailgate up

  12. Fail114,130 miles (+7,543)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,130 miles
    Test number
    922352794511
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire fuel tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing lower edge corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing lower edge corroded

  13. Pass106,587 miles (+161)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,587 miles
    Test number
    743424366506
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure around battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel rim slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail106,426 miles (+10,357)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,426 miles
    Test number
    749378329408
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure around battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel rim slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass96,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,069 miles
    Test number
    550067987647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,069 miles (+11,602)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,069 miles
    Test number
    984338295546
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower part of wing corrroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose

  17. Pass84,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,467 miles
    Test number
    535675383054
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail84,467 miles (+4,618)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,467 miles
    Test number
    295747955991
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass79,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,849 miles
    Test number
    276972820032
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  20. Fail79,849 miles (+1,164)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,849 miles
    Test number
    444460717346
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  21. Pass78,685 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,685 miles
    Test number
    936638932526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,676 miles (+3,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,676 miles
    Test number
    856110287404
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear coil springs poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust metal support brackets very corroded and almost corroded through
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust heat shields resting on system
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar in poor condition

  23. Pass74,672 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,672 miles
    Test number
    832658367743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,121 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,121 miles
    Test number
    834653429093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,893 miles
    Test number
    548123565012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,893 miles (+5,969)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,893 miles
    Test number
    756723565048
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

  27. Pass60,924 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,924 miles
    Test number
    155920064435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,750 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,750 miles
    Test number
    215208663065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,915 miles (+4,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,915 miles
    Test number
    746241562009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass47,090 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,090 miles
    Test number
    536670161012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,064 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    512142370090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass34,498 miles (+8,624)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,498 miles
    Test number
    112812379460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass25,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,874 miles
    Test number
    242257678034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about V29 GPS

Does V29 GPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 GPS is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 GPS?
The MOT on V29 GPS is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 GPS done?
V29 GPS was recorded at 151,622 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 6,775 miles a year.
Has V29 GPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 GPS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V29 GPS 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 V29 GPS find?
V29 GPS passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: reverse light not working.

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