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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V61 KAXMOT history

V61 KAX is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 86,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,776 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V61 KAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V61 KAX was last recorded at 86,776 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 1,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,137 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,639 miles
Average per year
2,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,776 miles
  • 2024 – 85,137 miles
  • 2023 – 84,136 miles
  • 2022 – 82,704 miles
  • 2021 – 81,032 miles
  • 2020 – 79,624 miles
  • 2019 – 78,019 miles
  • 2018 – 75,739 miles
  • 2017 – 73,177 miles
  • 2016 – 70,747 miles
  • 2015 – 68,014 miles
  • 2014 – 65,561 miles
  • 2013 – 63,030 miles
  • 2012 – 60,165 miles
  • 2011 – 57,989 miles
  • 2010 – 54,922 miles
  • 2009 – 52,358 miles
  • 2008 – 49,623 miles
  • 2007 – 46,152 miles
  • 2006 – 44,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,776 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,776 miles (+1,639)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    86,776 miles
    Test number
    930840742984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass85,137 miles (+1,001)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    230557286804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,136 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,136 miles
    Test number
    570341799038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail84,136 miles (+1,432)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,136 miles
    Test number
    237702321980
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass82,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,704 miles
    Test number
    499956511409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail82,704 miles (+1,672)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,704 miles
    Test number
    242960672464
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass81,032 miles (+1,408)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,032 miles
    Test number
    273380324147
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,624 miles (+1,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,624 miles
    Test number
    494565173866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,019 miles
    Test number
    644921240406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Fail78,019 miles (+2,280)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,019 miles
    Test number
    234578414356
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass75,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,739 miles
    Test number
    607423843108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,739 miles (+2,562)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,739 miles
    Test number
    850494528922
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,177 miles (+2,430)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,177 miles
    Test number
    554811942063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,747 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,747 miles
    Test number
    990699609809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,739 miles (+2,725)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    181286121389
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass68,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,014 miles
    Test number
    407691938494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,014 miles (+2,453)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,014 miles
    Test number
    481971263735
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass65,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,561 miles
    Test number
    328846994414
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail65,561 miles (+2,531)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,561 miles
    Test number
    365006394251
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,030 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    899868383251
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail63,030 miles (+2,865)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    278818983217
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass60,165 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    737645002323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVacuum leak apparent on engine

  23. Fail60,165 miles (+2,176)6 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    636344002378
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVacuum leak apparent on engine

  24. Pass57,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,989 miles
    Test number
    638584891242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,989 miles (+3,067)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,989 miles
    Test number
    827924891226
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass54,922 miles (+2,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,922 miles
    Test number
    684050110238
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass52,358 miles (+2,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,358 miles
    Test number
    154745319212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass49,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,623 miles
    Test number
    790586958120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,623 miles (+3,471)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,623 miles
    Test number
    273756858162
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  30. Pass46,152 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,152 miles
    Test number
    453375537185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,232 miles
    Test number
    542097706215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail44,232 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,232 miles
    Test number
    303617506214
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about V61 KAX

Does V61 KAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V61 KAX is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V61 KAX?
The MOT on V61 KAX is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V61 KAX done?
V61 KAX was recorded at 86,776 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 2,206 miles a year.
Has V61 KAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V61 KAX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V61 KAX 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 V61 KAX find?
V61 KAX passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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