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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X42 EHRMOT history

X42 EHR is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 92,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

X42 EHR green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
92,969 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 EHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 EHR was last recorded at 92,969 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,969 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,969 miles
  • 2025 – 89,916 miles
  • 2024 – 86,318 miles
  • 2023 – 83,805 miles
  • 2022 – 80,862 miles
  • 2021 – 78,674 miles
  • 2020 – 76,149 miles
  • 2018 – 68,425 miles
  • 2017 – 64,087 miles
  • 2016 – 55,066 miles
  • 2015 – 49,740 miles
  • 2014 – 47,640 miles
  • 2013 – 45,972 miles
  • 2012 – 44,425 miles
  • 2011 – 43,346 miles
  • 2010 – 42,144 miles
  • 2009 – 39,415 miles
  • 2008 – 36,742 miles
  • 2006 – 30,253 miles
  • 2005 – 28,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,969 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion around vehicle and various suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,969 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    92,969 miles
    Test number
    260426066259
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around vehicle and various suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,969 miles (+3,053)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,969 miles
    Test number
    356801255269
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg, inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around vehicle and various suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,916 miles (+3,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,916 miles
    Test number
    734551777622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass86,318 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    86,318 miles
    Test number
    254088126105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,312 miles (+2,507)1 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,312 miles
    Test number
    869631046159
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure 2x mountings broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill end hold and not welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill not seam welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill end hold and not welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively Insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,805 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,805 miles
    Test number
    289691739082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,798 miles (+2,936)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,798 miles
    Test number
    412890436197
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,862 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,862 miles
    Test number
    596650124349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,859 miles (+2,185)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    725057950758
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing corroded

  10. Pass78,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,674 miles
    Test number
    728468965599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,674 miles (+2,525)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,674 miles
    Test number
    200070514658
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,149 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    910415714303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Fail76,097 miles (+7,672)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,097 miles
    Test number
    449160860099
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass68,425 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,425 miles
    Test number
    129748690211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,419 miles (+4,332)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,419 miles
    Test number
    790897598288
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Pass64,087 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,087 miles
    Test number
    565932341246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,882 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,882 miles
    Test number
    113604719389
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail59,880 miles (+4,814)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    949327391661
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass55,066 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,066 miles
    Test number
    718715772524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail55,064 miles (+5,324)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,064 miles
    Test number
    578053008871
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail49,740 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    117178825408
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass49,740 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    179718425404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,640 miles (+1,668)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,640 miles
    Test number
    545194824022
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  24. Pass45,972 miles (+1,547)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,972 miles
    Test number
    888015523097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  25. Pass44,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,425 miles
    Test number
    195716522026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,425 miles (+1,079)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,425 miles
    Test number
    879076622032
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass43,346 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,346 miles
    Test number
    718901531054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,144 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,144 miles
    Test number
    151228020418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    600239429078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail39,415 miles (+2,673)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    600309429076
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass36,742 miles (+6,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,742 miles
    Test number
    683169538021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass30,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    163800016333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail30,253 miles (+1,633)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    492217306341
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass28,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    28,620 miles
    Test number
    464198005324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X42 EHR

Does X42 EHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X42 EHR is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X42 EHR?
The MOT on X42 EHR is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X42 EHR done?
X42 EHR was recorded at 92,969 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 3,178 miles a year.
Has X42 EHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 EHR has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X42 EHR 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 X42 EHR find?
X42 EHR passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: corrosion around vehicle and various suspension components; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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