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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X46 VNJMOT history

X46 VNJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 168,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

X46 VNJ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
168,070 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X46 VNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X46 VNJ was last recorded at 168,070 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,055 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,070 miles
  • 2024 – 163,877 miles
  • 2023 – 157,651 miles
  • 2022 – 152,361 miles
  • 2021 – 144,192 miles
  • 2020 – 132,709 miles
  • 2019 – 121,864 miles
  • 2018 – 112,110 miles
  • 2017 – 103,605 miles
  • 2016 – 96,261 miles
  • 2015 – 90,120 miles
  • 2014 – 83,074 miles
  • 2013 – 77,261 miles
  • 2012 – 74,591 miles
  • 2011 – 71,303 miles
  • 2010 – 66,282 miles
  • 2009 – 60,372 miles
  • 2008 – 55,177 miles
  • 2007 – 52,106 miles
  • 2006 – 45,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,070 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody/subframe rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,070 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    168,070 miles
    Test number
    503663842403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody/subframe rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail168,055 miles (+4,178)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,055 miles
    Test number
    993193654157
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody/subframe rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass163,877 miles (+6,226)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    163,877 miles
    Test number
    847569437050
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass157,651 miles (+5,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    157,651 miles
    Test number
    832359733120
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass152,361 miles (+8,169)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,361 miles
    Test number
    441651059719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,192 miles (+11,483)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,192 miles
    Test number
    676100575441
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass132,709 miles (+10,845)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,709 miles
    Test number
    708962914538
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass121,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,864 miles
    Test number
    311012219466
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail121,864 miles (+9,754)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,864 miles
    Test number
    461175094830
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass112,110 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,110 miles
    Test number
    988455953862
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail112,110 miles (+8,505)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,110 miles
    Test number
    463784116828
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass103,605 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    103,605 miles
    Test number
    343238438459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail103,483 miles (+7,222)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,483 miles
    Test number
    832459744325
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass96,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    965760684353
    • AdvisoryCentre upper brake light not working
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated (7.1.2)

  15. Fail96,261 miles (+6,141)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    495539301533
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working fitted a LLB501 Capless bulb (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre upper brake light not working
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated (7.1.2)

  16. Pass90,120 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    391067962328
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  17. Fail89,960 miles (+6,886)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,960 miles
    Test number
    560345386077
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass83,074 miles (+5,813)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,074 miles
    Test number
    336456054486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,261 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,261 miles
    Test number
    655552533292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,591 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,591 miles
    Test number
    197325932298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,303 miles (+5,021)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,303 miles
    Test number
    386419121209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  22. Pass66,282 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,282 miles
    Test number
    194486250254
    • NoteNew brake pads fitted without lubricant
    • NoteO\s\r brake effort low

  23. Fail66,276 miles (+5,904)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,276 miles
    Test number
    903030450244
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • NoteNew brake pads fitted without lubricant
    • NoteO\s\r brake effort low

  24. Pass60,372 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    351449829243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail60,372 miles (+5,195)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    434409029281
    • Repaired at testBrake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass55,177 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    252103158218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,153 miles (+3,047)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,153 miles
    Test number
    234932258257
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  28. Pass52,106 miles (+6,795)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    300513057460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,311 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,311 miles
    Test number
    771544656296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about X46 VNJ

Does X46 VNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X46 VNJ is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X46 VNJ?
The MOT on X46 VNJ is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X46 VNJ done?
X46 VNJ was recorded at 168,070 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 6,421 miles a year.
Has X46 VNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X46 VNJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X46 VNJ 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 VNJ find?
X46 VNJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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