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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X231 NBVMOT history

X231 NBV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 103,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

X231 NBV silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
103,146 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 NBV
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
10 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 NBV was last recorded at 103,146 miles on 19 May 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,144 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,146 miles
  • 2024 – 103,143 miles
  • 2023 – 98,867 miles
  • 2022 – 95,131 miles
  • 2021 – 88,225 miles
  • 2020 – 81,977 miles
  • 2019 – 78,011 miles
  • 2018 – 77,586 miles
  • 2017 – 76,720 miles
  • 2016 – 76,306 miles
  • 2015 – 74,891 miles
  • 2014 – 72,260 miles
  • 2013 – 71,088 miles
  • 2012 – 70,308 miles
  • 2011 – 69,230 miles
  • 2010 – 67,106 miles
  • 2009 – 63,599 miles
  • 2008 – 62,644 miles
  • 2007 – 60,255 miles
  • 2006 – 53,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,146 miles
  • AdvisoryMIL light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, advise getting repaired

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,146 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    103,146 miles
    Test number
    992476459553
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure

  2. Fail103,144 miles (+1)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    960175450784
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure

  3. Pass103,143 miles (+4,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,143 miles
    Test number
    629724402880
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,867 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,867 miles
    Test number
    925467673502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,855 miles (+3,724)3 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,855 miles
    Test number
    482404866589
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass95,131 miles (+6,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,131 miles
    Test number
    631992968379
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  7. Pass88,225 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    846052907209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail88,225 miles (+6,248)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    537336923294
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass81,977 miles (+3,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    81,977 miles
    Test number
    580061219176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,011 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    78,011 miles
    Test number
    393316314728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, advise getting repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail78,003 miles (+417)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,003 miles
    Test number
    115656656872
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch /sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/ wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on brake pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, advise getting repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass77,586 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,586 miles
    Test number
    756016391853
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail77,554 miles (+834)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    479480942140
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure.
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass76,720 miles (+414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,720 miles
    Test number
    564593114369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass76,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,306 miles
    Test number
    206635333388
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has excessive cracking in thread
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn (195/60/15)

  16. Fail76,306 miles (+1,415)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,306 miles
    Test number
    714648406365
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has excessive cracking in thread
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn (195/60/15)

  17. Pass74,891 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,891 miles
    Test number
    405669315111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,260 miles
    Test number
    298835014174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,260 miles (+1,172)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,260 miles
    Test number
    626775314162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass71,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,088 miles
    Test number
    567050903108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,088 miles (+780)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,088 miles
    Test number
    718189493066
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass70,308 miles (+1,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,308 miles
    Test number
    248059102175
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,230 miles (+2,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    258389701467
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Fail67,106 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,106 miles
    Test number
    314983610155
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass67,106 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,106 miles
    Test number
    774263710111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,599 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,599 miles
    Test number
    861861519117
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass63,599 miles (+955)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,599 miles
    Test number
    943711619160
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass62,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    804060728179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail62,644 miles (+2,389)2 dangerous4 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    153260628142
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteCHILD SEAT RESTRAINT IS FITTED IN PLACE AT N/S REAR AND IS SECURE.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S FRONT SPOT LIGHT IS SLIGHTLY INSECURE.
    • NoteSLIGHT LEAKAGE OF EXHAUST GASES AT INTER SECTION JOINT.

  30. Pass60,255 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,255 miles
    Test number
    662045117158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass53,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    114132086426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 NBV

Does X231 NBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 NBV expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 NBV?
The MOT on X231 NBV expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 NBV done?
X231 NBV was recorded at 103,146 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 2,596 miles a year.
Has X231 NBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 NBV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X231 NBV 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 X231 NBV find?
X231 NBV passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with 8 advisories: mil light on; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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