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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

V686 JARMOT history

V686 JAR is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 133,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2023
Mileage
133,579 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 JAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V686 JAR was last recorded at 133,579 miles on 16 Oct 2023, 1,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,035 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,544 miles
Average per year
4,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 133,579 miles
  • 2022 – 132,035 miles
  • 2021 – 130,748 miles
  • 2020 – 129,020 miles
  • 2019 – 126,616 miles
  • 2018 – 122,295 miles
  • 2017 – 119,376 miles
  • 2016 – 116,145 miles
  • 2015 – 106,053 miles
  • 2014 – 105,219 miles
  • 2013 – 97,570 miles
  • 2012 – 90,085 miles
  • 2011 – 88,368 miles
  • 2010 – 83,375 miles
  • 2009 – 75,532 miles
  • 2008 – 73,000 miles
  • 2007 – 56,761 miles
  • 2006 – 53,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,579 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust cat bracket brokenRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi poor conditionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working and lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tryes (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front fog lamps not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,579 miles (+1,544)6 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,579 miles
    Test number
    202837222745
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust cat bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi poor condition
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working and lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tryes (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass132,035 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    132,035 miles
    Test number
    561244022828
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust cat bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp image poor
    • 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 Front Fog lamp lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corrosion

  3. Fail132,035 miles (+1,287)3 major3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,035 miles
    Test number
    622292541526
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust cat bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp image poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Reversing lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corrosion

  4. Pass130,748 miles (+6)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,748 miles
    Test number
    276904199982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reversing light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower stone chip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail130,742 miles (+1,722)1 dangerous3 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,742 miles
    Test number
    766147223349
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner wheel arch cover (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner bottom of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reversing light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower stone chip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass129,020 miles (+2,404)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,020 miles
    Test number
    356892180730
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch -sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,616 miles (+4,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,616 miles
    Test number
    648186600377
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,295 miles (+2,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    122,295 miles
    Test number
    616622283459
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass119,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    119,376 miles
    Test number
    108697854411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded on outer face

  10. Fail119,372 miles (+3,227)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,372 miles
    Test number
    855283763195
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded on outer face

  11. Pass116,145 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,145 miles
    Test number
    195151241663
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail116,141 miles (+10,088)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,141 miles
    Test number
    290715186313
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass106,053 miles (+834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    558424697226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low

  14. Pass105,219 miles (+7,649)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,219 miles
    Test number
    225217984259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside door mirror damaged

  15. Pass97,570 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,570 miles
    Test number
    259240483274
    • NoteNearside front door mirror damaged

  16. Fail97,568 miles (+7,483)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    358756373452
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front door mirror damaged

  17. Pass90,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    90,085 miles
    Test number
    337322972251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,084 miles (+1,716)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,084 miles
    Test number
    149952172273
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass88,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    88,368 miles
    Test number
    615787081212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,365 miles (+4,990)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,365 miles
    Test number
    826057181219
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass83,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,375 miles
    Test number
    231555680270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,372 miles (+7,840)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,372 miles
    Test number
    664475080264
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly lipped

  23. Pass75,532 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    802014499258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,000 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    184705998227
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass73,000 miles (+16,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    434645398284
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail56,761 miles1 repaired1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,761 miles
    Test number
    573560397256
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrished
    • NoteExhaust corroded rear silencer outer skin adrift
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteHeadlight lens covers scratched
    • NoteKey remote not working
    • NotePower steering rack body damp
    • NotePower steering resovoir low level
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear subframe and components corroded

  27. Pass56,761 miles (+2,976)1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,761 miles
    Test number
    784570097272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrished
    • NoteExhaust corroded rear silencer outer skin adrift
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteHeadlight lens covers scratched
    • NoteKey remote not working
    • NotePower steering rack body damp
    • NotePower steering resovoir low level
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear subframe and components corroded

  28. Pass53,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,785 miles
    Test number
    930318996204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 JAR

Does V686 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 JAR expired on 24 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 JAR?
The MOT on V686 JAR expired on 24 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 JAR done?
V686 JAR was recorded at 133,579 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2023, an average of 4,701 miles a year.
Has V686 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 JAR has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V686 JAR 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 V686 JAR find?
V686 JAR failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim unable to be tested; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective; offside front headlamp aim unable to be tested, and 17 more.

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