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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X46 BAHMOT history

X46 BAH is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

X46 BAH silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
159,435 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X46 BAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X46 BAH was last recorded at 159,435 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 12,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,035 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,400 miles
Average per year
6,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,435 miles
  • 2025 – 147,035 miles
  • 2024 – 141,329 miles
  • 2023 – 135,365 miles
  • 2022 – 120,022 miles
  • 2021 – 114,519 miles
  • 2020 – 108,844 miles
  • 2019 – 102,063 miles
  • 2018 – 92,663 miles
  • 2017 – 77,889 miles
  • 2016 – 65,036 miles
  • 2015 – 51,194 miles
  • 2014 – 48,333 miles
  • 2013 – 45,564 miles
  • 2012 – 42,812 miles
  • 2011 – 41,583 miles
  • 2010 – 40,439 miles
  • 2009 – 38,291 miles
  • 2008 – 36,137 miles
  • 2007 – 33,856 miles
  • 2006 – 31,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,435 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail159,435 miles (+12,400)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,435 miles
    Test number
    748341408045
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass147,035 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,035 miles
    Test number
    473040958460
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail147,035 miles (+5,706)1 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,035 miles
    Test number
    282191548790
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass141,329 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,329 miles
    Test number
    488268732787
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail141,327 miles (+5,962)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,327 miles
    Test number
    319255109104
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass135,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,365 miles
    Test number
    930129829106
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,365 miles (+15,343)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,365 miles
    Test number
    457173512157
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass120,022 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,022 miles
    Test number
    788783250835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer shell deteriorated

  9. Fail120,022 miles (+5,503)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,022 miles
    Test number
    606603467631
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer shell deteriorated

  10. Pass114,519 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    530982083509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer shell corroded

  11. Fail114,519 miles (+5,675)2 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    575069878285
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer shell corroded

  12. Pass108,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,844 miles
    Test number
    352140408382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion in edge of wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion in edge of wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail108,844 miles (+6,781)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,844 miles
    Test number
    137866149571
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion in edge of wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion in edge of wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve parking brake travel

  14. Pass102,063 miles (+9,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,063 miles
    Test number
    950970806600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass92,663 miles (+14,774)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    92,663 miles
    Test number
    865272823199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,889 miles (+12,853)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,889 miles
    Test number
    432751408240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,036 miles (+13,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    926238193049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass51,194 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,194 miles
    Test number
    536471685166
    • NoteN/S windscreen cracked but not seriously affecting drivers view of the road
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust

  19. Fail51,194 miles (+2,861)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,194 miles
    Test number
    995891485132
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear suspension corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust

  20. Pass48,333 miles (+2,769)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,333 miles
    Test number
    485013804236
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak
    • NoteWindscreen cracked not affecting drivers view of the road

  21. Pass45,564 miles (+2,752)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,564 miles
    Test number
    575315603225
    • NoteSlight wear on n/s/f inner tyre edge

  22. Pass42,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,812 miles
    Test number
    195185582187
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Fail42,812 miles (+1,229)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,812 miles
    Test number
    786735282109
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  24. Pass41,583 miles (+1,144)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,583 miles
    Test number
    868978501262
    • NoteExhaust system is deteriated
    • NoteN/s/f inner c/v boot is leaking grease
    • NoteRear suspension springs corroded

  25. Pass40,439 miles (+2,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,439 miles
    Test number
    422509200253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass38,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,291 miles
    Test number
    333414449405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,291 miles (+2,154)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,291 miles
    Test number
    553474549222
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges close to legal limit (advise replacement ) 195 55 15 H
    • NoteBoth rear tyre heavily perished ( advise replacement )

  28. Pass36,137 miles (+2,281)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,137 miles
    Test number
    354000248224
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges close to legal limit 195 55 15 H
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades in poor condition ( advise replacement )
    • NoteBoth rear tyres heavily perrished ( advise replacement )
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill trims fitted

  29. Pass33,856 miles (+2,237)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,856 miles
    Test number
    562096637268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNoise from both rear drum brakes

  30. Fail31,619 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,619 miles
    Test number
    372026936253
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded through outer skin.
    • NoteFront pads getting low.
    • NoteRear wiper blade split.

  31. Pass31,619 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,619 miles
    Test number
    373556436402
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded through outer skin.
    • NoteFront pads getting low.
    • NoteRear wiper blade split.

Questions about X46 BAH

Does X46 BAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X46 BAH expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X46 BAH?
The MOT on X46 BAH expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X46 BAH done?
X46 BAH was recorded at 159,435 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 6,347 miles a year.
Has X46 BAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X46 BAH has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X46 BAH 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 X46 BAH find?
X46 BAH failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has excessive play; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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