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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

V685 JHRMOT history

V685 JHR is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 54,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2023.

V685 JHR silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2024
Mileage
54,821 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 JHR
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
18 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 JHR was last recorded at 54,821 miles on 31 Jan 2023, 534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,287 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
534 miles
Average per year
1,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 54,821 miles
  • 2022 – 54,287 miles
  • 2021 – 53,737 miles
  • 2020 – 53,400 miles
  • 2019 – 51,919 miles
  • 2018 – 50,406 miles
  • 2017 – 48,825 miles
  • 2016 – 46,839 miles
  • 2015 – 44,985 miles
  • 2014 – 42,734 miles
  • 2013 – 40,875 miles
  • 2012 – 39,264 miles
  • 2011 – 37,855 miles
  • 2010 – 36,267 miles
  • 2009 – 34,443 miles
  • 2008 – 32,620 miles
  • 2007 – 31,513 miles
  • 2006 – 30,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,821 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r, n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,821 miles (+534)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,821 miles
    Test number
    622720368527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,287 miles (+550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    54,287 miles
    Test number
    866142351879
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass53,737 miles (+337)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,737 miles
    Test number
    910214023291
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r, n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  4. Pass53,400 miles (+1,481)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    53,400 miles
    Test number
    502465196743
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r, n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted. exhaust leak. underside of vehicle rusting

  5. Pass51,919 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,919 miles
    Test number
    365078029196
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle rust

  6. Fail51,918 miles (+1,512)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,918 miles
    Test number
    302091182273
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,406 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    496683041890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,825 miles
    Test number
    625268423156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,823 miles (+1,984)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,823 miles
    Test number
    720537301510
    • FailureNearside brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  10. Pass46,839 miles (+1,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,839 miles
    Test number
    154398471598
    • AdvisoryNearside front and both rear metal brake pipes slightly rusted

  11. Pass44,985 miles (+2,251)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,985 miles
    Test number
    529902745085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,734 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,734 miles
    Test number
    428369344010
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass42,734 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,734 miles
    Test number
    879099044095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,875 miles
    Test number
    705016743007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,874 miles (+1,610)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,874 miles
    Test number
    949646543017
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

  16. Fail39,264 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    116837842493
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust rusting

  17. Pass39,264 miles (+1,409)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    755667842048
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust rusting

  18. Pass37,855 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,855 miles
    Test number
    277597141030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,267 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,267 miles
    Test number
    640443040070
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody covers fitted

  20. Fail36,267 miles (+1,824)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,267 miles
    Test number
    742573340050
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody covers fitted

  21. Pass34,443 miles (+1,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,443 miles
    Test number
    324000859014
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass32,620 miles (+1,107)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,620 miles
    Test number
    782925848018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNoise from drive shaft bearing/gearbox

  23. Pass31,513 miles (+1,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,513 miles
    Test number
    860107237066
    • NoteGear lever spring broken

  24. Pass30,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,482 miles
    Test number
    572161346090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 JHR

Does V685 JHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V685 JHR expired on 18 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V685 JHR?
The MOT on V685 JHR expired on 18 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V685 JHR done?
V685 JHR was recorded at 54,821 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2023, an average of 1,434 miles a year.
Has V685 JHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 JHR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on V685 JHR 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 V685 JHR find?
V685 JHR passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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