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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

V629 FEXMOT history

V629 FEX is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
109,250 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V629 FEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V629 FEX was last recorded at 109,250 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,250 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,250 miles
  • 2025 – 90,913 miles
  • 2024 – 78,873 miles
  • 2022 – 78,553 miles
  • 2021 – 78,000 miles
  • 2020 – 77,951 miles
  • 2019 – 76,916 miles
  • 2018 – 75,019 miles
  • 2016 – 74,996 miles
  • 2014 – 71,061 miles
  • 2013 – 69,498 miles
  • 2012 – 68,340 miles
  • 2011 – 65,883 miles
  • 2010 – 64,628 miles
  • 2009 – 61,065 miles
  • 2008 – 56,850 miles
  • 2007 – 52,152 miles
  • 2006 – 45,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,250 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust system becoming corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight damage to windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    109,250 miles
    Test number
    381009388112
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail109,250 miles (+18,337)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,250 miles
    Test number
    747714413361
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass90,913 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,913 miles
    Test number
    744819291834
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel at limits
  4. Fail90,912 miles (+12,039)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,912 miles
    Test number
    357929360538
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel at limits
  5. Pass78,873 miles (+320)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,873 miles
    Test number
    695347525981
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle/ suspension components generally corroded
  6. Pass78,553 miles (+553)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,553 miles
    Test number
    900149808795
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass78,000 miles (+49)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,000 miles
    Test number
    243123815362
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  8. Pass77,951 miles (+1,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,951 miles
    Test number
    663447002200
    • Advisory1/ slight damage to front windscreen
    • Advisory2/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers
    • Advisory3/ exhaust becoming corroded
  9. Pass76,916 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,916 miles
    Test number
    629147749353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight damage to windscreen
  10. Fail76,890 miles (+1,871)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,890 miles
    Test number
    733091329957
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight damage to windscreen
  11. Pass75,019 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    371228672547
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass74,996 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,996 miles
    Test number
    473059039516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,061 miles (+1,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,061 miles
    Test number
    129160804162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass69,498 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,498 miles
    Test number
    136574493411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,340 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    668360392023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,883 miles (+1,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,883 miles
    Test number
    537972691007
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass64,628 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,628 miles
    Test number
    531579380021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,065 miles (+4,215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    61,065 miles
    Test number
    552413849061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass56,850 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,850 miles
    Test number
    712435448020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,152 miles (+6,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,152 miles
    Test number
    290132237012
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass45,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,485 miles
    Test number
    170119336032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V629 FEX

Does V629 FEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V629 FEX is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V629 FEX?
The MOT on V629 FEX is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V629 FEX done?
V629 FEX was recorded at 109,250 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,181 miles a year.
Has V629 FEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V629 FEX has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V629 FEX 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 V629 FEX find?
V629 FEX passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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