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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,388 cc

V35 MBLMOT history

V35 MBL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
64,532 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V35 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V35 MBL was last recorded at 64,532 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,407 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
125 miles
Average per year
2,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,532 miles
  • 2025 – 64,407 miles
  • 2024 – 64,159 miles
  • 2023 – 63,878 miles
  • 2022 – 63,634 miles
  • 2021 – 63,398 miles
  • 2020 – 63,339 miles
  • 2019 – 63,068 miles
  • 2018 – 62,463 miles
  • 2017 – 61,332 miles
  • 2016 – 60,842 miles
  • 2015 – 60,543 miles
  • 2014 – 60,261 miles
  • 2013 – 59,909 miles
  • 2011 – 56,826 miles
  • 2010 – 35,824 miles
  • 2009 – 31,704 miles
  • 2008 – 26,610 miles
  • 2007 – 19,434 miles
  • 2006 – 16,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,532 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Sill guards fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,532 miles (+125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    210046946330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass64,407 miles (+248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,407 miles
    Test number
    994381636603
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass64,159 miles (+281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,159 miles
    Test number
    765514932361
    • 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 Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass63,878 miles (+244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,878 miles
    Test number
    474555959287
    • 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))

  5. Pass63,634 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,634 miles
    Test number
    406535402489
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail63,634 miles (+236)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,634 miles
    Test number
    337501006964
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass63,398 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,398 miles
    Test number
    114190280961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Pass63,339 miles (+271)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,339 miles
    Test number
    875462069755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass63,068 miles (+605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    822097133742
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill guards fitted

  10. Pass62,463 miles (+1,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,463 miles
    Test number
    242571806506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill guards fitted

  11. Pass61,332 miles (+490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,332 miles
    Test number
    958314830294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  12. Pass60,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,842 miles
    Test number
    967943688651
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Fail60,842 miles (+299)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,842 miles
    Test number
    764879198281
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass60,543 miles (+282)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,543 miles
    Test number
    989581925042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing.

  15. Fail60,261 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,261 miles
    Test number
    188640824465
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked and perished on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing or driveshaft bearing rough when rotated

  16. Pass60,261 miles (+352)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,261 miles
    Test number
    336130024099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked and perished on outter side wall
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing or driveshaft bearing rough when rotated

  17. Pass59,909 miles (+3,083)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    59,909 miles
    Test number
    685692723013
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass56,826 miles (+10,420)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    56,826 miles
    Test number
    517992561373
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s & o/s door mirror covers broken
    • NoteSills covered unable to fully inspect

  19. Pass46,406 miles (+10,582)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,406 miles
    Test number
    885398811056
    • NoteFront & rear number plates discolour.
    • NoteRear exhaust system corroded.

  20. Pass35,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,824 miles
    Test number
    244825620050
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Fail35,824 miles (+4,120)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,824 miles
    Test number
    814035820038
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass31,704 miles (+5,094)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,704 miles
    Test number
    470109619025
    • NoteFront tyres worn 2mm.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded.

  23. Pass26,610 miles (+7,176)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,610 miles
    Test number
    543421428078
    • NoteCorrosion in rear exhaust silencer.
    • NoteTravel in hand brake lever.

  24. Pass19,434 miles (+3,236)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,434 miles
    Test number
    333554927032
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil around steering rack area
    • NoteThe hand brake travel is high
    • NoteThe number plates are in poor condishion

  25. Pass16,198 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,198 miles
    Test number
    171794706088
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about V35 MBL

Does V35 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V35 MBL is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V35 MBL?
The MOT on V35 MBL is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V35 MBL done?
V35 MBL was recorded at 64,532 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 2,408 miles a year.
Has V35 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V35 MBL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V35 MBL 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 V35 MBL find?
V35 MBL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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