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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

V48 FPVMOT history

V48 FPV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 12 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 128,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2022.

V48 FPV silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2023
Mileage
128,560 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V48 FPV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
12 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V48 FPV was last recorded at 128,560 miles on 6 Apr 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,539 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,560 miles
  • 2021 – 125,261 miles
  • 2020 – 122,616 miles
  • 2019 – 117,915 miles
  • 2018 – 113,958 miles
  • 2017 – 109,471 miles
  • 2016 – 103,558 miles
  • 2015 – 98,712 miles
  • 2014 – 93,535 miles
  • 2013 – 88,997 miles
  • 2012 – 84,406 miles
  • 2011 – 79,276 miles
  • 2010 – 72,531 miles
  • 2009 – 65,945 miles
  • 2008 – 60,448 miles
  • 2007 – 52,011 miles
  • 2006 – 45,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,560 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,560 miles (+21)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,560 miles
    Test number
    510532012993
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
  2. Fail128,539 miles (+3,278)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,539 miles
    Test number
    468707957009
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
  3. Pass125,261 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,261 miles
    Test number
    857618813298
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail125,253 miles (+2,637)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,253 miles
    Test number
    734126464843
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass122,616 miles (+4,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,616 miles
    Test number
    211375239713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass117,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,915 miles
    Test number
    562238358062
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section rotten, (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Fail117,915 miles (+3,957)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,915 miles
    Test number
    886277290809
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section rotten, (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass113,958 miles (+4,487)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    113,958 miles
    Test number
    449519925376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,471 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,471 miles
    Test number
    175469534806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    942476404749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,558 miles (+4,846)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,558 miles
    Test number
    146895313936
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a nail in it.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is badly perished and has a nail in it.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass98,712 miles (+5,177)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,712 miles
    Test number
    256942675068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,535 miles (+4,538)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,535 miles
    Test number
    115077674411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack
  14. Pass88,997 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,997 miles
    Test number
    788139573076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,406 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,406 miles
    Test number
    549271582074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,276 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    717263181064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,531 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,531 miles
    Test number
    894782780047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,945 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,945 miles
    Test number
    181371389478
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass65,945 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,945 miles
    Test number
    884391089051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,448 miles (+8,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,448 miles
    Test number
    221749088016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass52,011 miles (+6,724)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,011 miles
    Test number
    682816087017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,287 miles
    Test number
    221518786035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V48 FPV

Does V48 FPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V48 FPV expired on 5 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V48 FPV?
The MOT on V48 FPV expired on 5 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V48 FPV done?
V48 FPV was recorded at 128,560 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2022, an average of 5,197 miles a year.
Has V48 FPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V48 FPV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V48 FPV 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 V48 FPV find?
V48 FPV passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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