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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,388 cc

V45 RARMOT history

V45 RAR is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

V45 RAR blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
105,830 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V45 RAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
12 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V45 RAR was last recorded at 105,830 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,681 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,149 miles
Average per year
2,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,830 miles
  • 2025 – 103,681 miles
  • 2024 – 101,971 miles
  • 2023 – 99,880 miles
  • 2022 – 98,002 miles
  • 2021 – 96,050 miles
  • 2020 – 94,203 miles
  • 2019 – 91,132 miles
  • 2018 – 88,337 miles
  • 2017 – 85,550 miles
  • 2016 – 82,827 miles
  • 2015 – 79,931 miles
  • 2014 – 77,025 miles
  • 2013 – 74,138 miles
  • 2012 – 71,184 miles
  • 2011 – 68,213 miles
  • 2010 – 65,139 miles
  • 2009 – 62,018 miles
  • 2008 – 59,190 miles
  • 2007 – 56,263 miles
  • 2006 – 51,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,830 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images are poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sill areas have some corrosion (Near fail)
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear steel pipes have been greased
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill closing panel is corroded but not considered support paneling
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers are fitted not allowing inspection of these areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub frame and suspension arms have some areas of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Clutch pedal biting point very (clutch slip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust centre silencer loose inside (rattle noise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,830 miles (+2,149)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    105,830 miles
    Test number
    682061527449
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images are poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sill areas have some corrosion (Near fail)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear steel pipes have been greased
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill closing panel is corroded but not considered support paneling
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers are fitted not allowing inspection of these areas
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame and suspension arms have some areas of corrosion

  2. Pass103,681 miles (+1,710)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,681 miles
    Test number
    862891084497
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images are poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sill areas have some corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear steel pipes have been greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers are fitted not allowing inspection of these areas
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame and suspension arms have some areas of corrosion

  3. Pass101,971 miles (+40)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,971 miles
    Test number
    304224278226
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal biting point very (clutch slip
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer loose inside (rattle noise
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated light output not affected o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (marginal pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear along fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill coverings fitted not allowing full inspection o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryRear Heavy corrosion to underside inc` suspension parts springs etc
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail101,931 miles (+2,051)1 major1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,931 miles
    Test number
    647765978368
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal biting point very (clutch slip
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer loose inside (rattle noise
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated light output not affected o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (marginal pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear along fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill coverings fitted not allowing full inspection o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryRear Heavy corrosion to underside inc` suspension parts springs etc
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass99,880 miles (+1,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    352573842797
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes worn

  6. Pass98,002 miles (+1,952)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,002 miles
    Test number
    668323311751
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass96,050 miles (+1,847)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,050 miles
    Test number
    316432933448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass94,203 miles (+3,071)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    873690639032
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,132 miles (+2,795)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,132 miles
    Test number
    832735066613
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass88,337 miles (+2,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,337 miles
    Test number
    485382519610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  11. Pass85,550 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    544810611262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,827 miles
    Test number
    360765417553
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail82,827 miles (+2,896)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,827 miles
    Test number
    780127425213
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass79,931 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    906054585002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSome cracking in O/S/Rear tyre wall.

  15. Fail79,931 miles (+2,906)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    966624385012
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSome cracking in O/S/Rear tyre wall.

  16. Pass77,025 miles (+2,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,025 miles
    Test number
    675715284023
    • 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)

  17. Pass74,138 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,138 miles
    Test number
    346303093003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,184 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,184 miles
    Test number
    177558182080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass71,184 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,184 miles
    Test number
    319278682075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,213 miles (+3,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,213 miles
    Test number
    175129881051
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass65,139 miles (+3,121)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,139 miles
    Test number
    591333180007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,018 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,018 miles
    Test number
    130461099481
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass62,018 miles (+2,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,018 miles
    Test number
    530411799072
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass59,190 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,190 miles
    Test number
    220378198057
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail59,190 miles (+2,927)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,190 miles
    Test number
    343698898059
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass56,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,263 miles
    Test number
    343844677066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,263 miles (+4,991)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,263 miles
    Test number
    261304577069
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  28. Pass51,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,272 miles
    Test number
    420625076088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V45 RAR

Does V45 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V45 RAR is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V45 RAR?
The MOT on V45 RAR is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V45 RAR done?
V45 RAR was recorded at 105,830 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,660 miles a year.
Has V45 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V45 RAR has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V45 RAR 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 V45 RAR find?
V45 RAR passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 11 advisories: both headlamp beam images are poor; both rear inner sill areas have some corrosion (near fail); brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear steel pipes have been greased, and 8 more.

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