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Ford Focus

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,989 cc

V9 RADMOT history

V9 RAD is a gold petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2022
Mileage
84,413 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 RAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,989 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V9 RAD was last recorded at 84,413 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 4,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,203 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,210 miles
Average per year
3,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,413 miles
  • 2021 – 80,203 miles
  • 2020 – 77,549 miles
  • 2019 – 74,449 miles
  • 2018 – 69,968 miles
  • 2017 – 62,825 miles
  • 2016 – 59,720 miles
  • 2015 – 57,928 miles
  • 2014 – 55,816 miles
  • 2013 – 51,662 miles
  • 2012 – 46,972 miles
  • 2011 – 43,548 miles
  • 2010 – 37,417 miles
  • 2008 – 33,872 miles
  • 2007 – 30,321 miles
  • 2006 – 26,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,413 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Underside showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail84,413 miles (+4,210)3 dangerous6 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    390037736620
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,203 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,203 miles
    Test number
    114423318463
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  3. Fail80,203 miles (+2,654)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,203 miles
    Test number
    825623923538
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  4. Pass77,549 miles2 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    186254203124
    • DangerousNearside Front brake calliper mount heavily corroded
    • DangerousOffside Front brake calliper mount heavily corroded
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead light beam pattern poor due to lens condition

  5. Fail77,549 miles (+3,100)3 dangerous1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    788319259776
    • DangerousNearside Front brake calliper mount heavily corroded
    • DangerousOffside Front brake calliper mount heavily corroded
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead light beam pattern poor due to lens condition

  6. Pass74,449 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,449 miles
    Test number
    243979981046
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  7. Fail74,449 miles (+4,481)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,449 miles
    Test number
    274309467695
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  8. Pass69,968 miles (+7,143)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,968 miles
    Test number
    713552003347
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  9. Pass62,825 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    616715294146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing signs of deterioration
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under body and under body?suspension components

  10. Fail62,825 miles (+3,105)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    488137242050
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing signs of deterioration
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under body and under body?suspension components

  11. Pass59,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,720 miles
    Test number
    292365472895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,720 miles (+1,792)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,720 miles
    Test number
    355256685302
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link ball joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass57,928 miles (+2,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,928 miles
    Test number
    233436070266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass55,816 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,816 miles
    Test number
    345724824223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,662 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,662 miles
    Test number
    609025783147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,972 miles (+3,424)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    996513652145
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses starting to discolour

  17. Pass43,548 miles (+6,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,548 miles
    Test number
    286652651425
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass37,417 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,417 miles
    Test number
    340767060199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,872 miles (+3,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,872 miles
    Test number
    311826638439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,321 miles (+3,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,321 miles
    Test number
    542796237276
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass26,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,600 miles
    Test number
    363211246219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 RAD

Does V9 RAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V9 RAD expired on 7 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V9 RAD?
The MOT on V9 RAD expired on 7 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V9 RAD done?
V9 RAD was recorded at 84,413 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 3,589 miles a year.
Has V9 RAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 RAD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V9 RAD 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 V9 RAD find?
V9 RAD failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 20 more.

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