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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

V37 EMOMOT history

V37 EMO is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

V37 EMO green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
82,120 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V37 EMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V37 EMO was last recorded at 82,120 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 10,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,862 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,258 miles
Average per year
2,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,120 miles
  • 2024 – 71,862 miles
  • 2023 – 70,912 miles
  • 2022 – 69,380 miles
  • 2021 – 67,260 miles
  • 2020 – 65,866 miles
  • 2019 – 64,730 miles
  • 2018 – 62,999 miles
  • 2017 – 60,987 miles
  • 2016 – 59,145 miles
  • 2015 – 57,158 miles
  • 2014 – 55,569 miles
  • 2013 – 53,135 miles
  • 2012 – 49,515 miles
  • 2011 – 46,654 miles
  • 2010 – 43,434 miles
  • 2009 – 39,979 miles
  • 2008 – 36,573 miles
  • 2007 – 32,805 miles
  • 2006 – 28,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,120 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted BUCKLE ON INNER BEAD (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,120 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    854502243665
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted BUCKLE ON INNER BEAD (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail82,120 miles (+10,258)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    693018065136
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted BUCKLE ON INNER BEAD (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass71,862 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,862 miles
    Test number
    909248339245
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  4. Fail71,860 miles (+948)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    704700122580
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  5. Pass70,912 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,912 miles
    Test number
    939323131866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,380 miles (+2,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,380 miles
    Test number
    362830490212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass67,260 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,260 miles
    Test number
    483610526849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,866 miles
    Test number
    695730517412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,866 miles (+1,136)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,866 miles
    Test number
    174358202572
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass64,730 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,730 miles
    Test number
    320523341038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass62,999 miles (+2,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,999 miles
    Test number
    521642755027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass60,987 miles (+1,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,987 miles
    Test number
    165473941947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass59,145 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,145 miles
    Test number
    989912517090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,158 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    127647141623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    399027964209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,569 miles (+2,434)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    655677164205
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass53,135 miles (+3,620)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,135 miles
    Test number
    138060283252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,515 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,515 miles
    Test number
    879416452202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,513 miles (+2,859)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,513 miles
    Test number
    718375752252
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass46,654 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    917732171264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,434 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,434 miles
    Test number
    352213570486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,979 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,979 miles
    Test number
    651002279266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,573 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,573 miles
    Test number
    752195978230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,805 miles (+4,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,805 miles
    Test number
    594822677246
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass28,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,410 miles
    Test number
    371298726485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,410 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,410 miles
    Test number
    390028426235
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about V37 EMO

Does V37 EMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V37 EMO is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V37 EMO?
The MOT on V37 EMO is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V37 EMO done?
V37 EMO was recorded at 82,120 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 2,783 miles a year.
Has V37 EMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V37 EMO has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V37 EMO 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 V37 EMO find?
V37 EMO passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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