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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,989 cc

V35 OBMMOT history

V35 OBM is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 146,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

V35 OBM black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2024
Mileage
146,185 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V35 OBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V35 OBM was last recorded at 146,185 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 1,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2013: 95,060 miles, lower than 99,054 miles on 29 Dec 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,769 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,416 miles
Average per year
4,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,185 miles
  • 2023 – 144,769 miles
  • 2022 – 144,729 miles
  • 2021 – 142,288 miles
  • 2020 – 136,774 miles
  • 2018 – 131,660 miles
  • 2017 – 127,731 miles
  • 2016 – 113,193 miles
  • 2015 – 105,503 miles
  • 2014 – 98,158 miles
  • 2013 – 97,993 miles
  • 2012 – 99,054 miles
  • 2011 – 92,099 miles
  • 2010 – 88,475 miles
  • 2009 – 85,155 miles
  • 2008 – 80,575 miles
  • 2007 – 76,583 miles
  • 2006 – 72,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,185 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding after brake applied during brake test (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted bot allowing full inspection of outer sills

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,185 miles (+1,416)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,185 miles
    Test number
    950593291041
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding after brake applied during brake test (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted bot allowing full inspection of outer sills

  2. Pass144,769 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,769 miles
    Test number
    726030360090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail144,729 miles (+2,411)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,729 miles
    Test number
    221257595011
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,318 miles (+30)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,318 miles
    Test number
    248686618472
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Fail142,288 miles (+2,590)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,288 miles
    Test number
    158797325106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Pass139,698 miles (+23)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,698 miles
    Test number
    133216300353
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Fail139,675 miles (+2,901)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,675 miles
    Test number
    954178606026
    • MajorFront Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Pass136,774 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,774 miles
    Test number
    688646813039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail136,771 miles (+5,111)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,771 miles
    Test number
    462069850327
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass131,660 miles (+106)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    131,660 miles
    Test number
    559068497409
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s outer sills not inspected due to covers fitted

  11. Fail131,554 miles (+3,653)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,554 miles
    Test number
    271871074029
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s outer sills not inspected due to covers fitted

  12. Pass127,901 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,901 miles
    Test number
    313232300683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,731 miles (+5,843)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,731 miles
    Test number
    981922385087
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass121,888 miles (+8,695)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    281965417269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,193 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    113,193 miles
    Test number
    806639400334
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not inspected due to covers fitted

  16. Fail113,062 miles (+7,559)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,062 miles
    Test number
    372950053460
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not inspected due to covers fitted

  17. Pass105,503 miles (+179)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,503 miles
    Test number
    168695015018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Fail105,324 miles (+7,166)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,324 miles
    Test number
    319896605067
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Pass98,158 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    98,158 miles
    Test number
    508916704011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,993 miles (+2,933)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,993 miles
    Test number
    699264263384
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass95,060 miles (-3,994)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    95,060 miles
    Test number
    689168513012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail99,054 miles (+6,955)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,054 miles
    Test number
    746254462325
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass92,099 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    92,099 miles
    Test number
    187177451311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,098 miles (+3,623)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,098 miles
    Test number
    548296051341
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  25. Pass88,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    88,475 miles
    Test number
    564747950320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,475 miles (+3,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,475 miles
    Test number
    400387050416
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  27. Pass85,155 miles (+160)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    733966259336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering rack slightly damp o/s/f

  28. Fail84,995 miles (+4,420)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,995 miles
    Test number
    882018849372
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering rack slightly damp o/s/f

  29. Pass80,575 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    80,575 miles
    Test number
    214245068396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail80,540 miles (+3,957)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,540 miles
    Test number
    492850758453
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass76,583 miles (+3,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    76,583 miles
    Test number
    312413757344
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass72,968 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    424631866385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail72,927 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,927 miles
    Test number
    371994656385
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Questions about V35 OBM

Does V35 OBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V35 OBM expired on 21 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V35 OBM?
The MOT on V35 OBM expired on 21 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V35 OBM done?
V35 OBM was recorded at 146,185 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 4,291 miles a year.
Has V35 OBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V35 OBM has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V35 OBM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V35 OBM find?
V35 OBM failed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 8 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar fractured snapped; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, and 13 more.

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