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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X72 FBLMOT history

X72 FBL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

X72 FBL silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,052 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 FBL
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
27 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 FBL was last recorded at 84,052 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,774 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,278 miles
Average per year
3,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,052 miles
  • 2025 – 82,774 miles
  • 2024 – 81,440 miles
  • 2023 – 78,323 miles
  • 2022 – 75,793 miles
  • 2021 – 71,923 miles
  • 2020 – 70,630 miles
  • 2019 – 69,088 miles
  • 2018 – 66,944 miles
  • 2017 – 64,703 miles
  • 2016 – 61,072 miles
  • 2015 – 57,873 miles
  • 2014 – 53,755 miles
  • 2013 – 48,178 miles
  • 2012 – 41,916 miles
  • 2011 – 39,442 miles
  • 2010 – 36,061 miles
  • 2009 – 32,943 miles
  • 2008 – 31,030 miles
  • 2007 – 27,260 miles
  • 2006 – 23,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,052 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.

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 legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,052 miles (+1,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    314841949827
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.

  2. Pass82,774 miles (+1,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,774 miles
    Test number
    101465481077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded . (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass81,440 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,440 miles
    Test number
    565154884031
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail81,432 miles (+3,109)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,432 miles
    Test number
    170734848123
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,323 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,323 miles
    Test number
    323021541782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,295 miles (+2,502)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,295 miles
    Test number
    545366930171
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area.wheel arch liners fitted. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area.inner wheel arch liner fitted. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing area.

  7. Pass75,793 miles (+3,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,793 miles
    Test number
    551744764807
    • AdvisoryFront and rear silencers slightly corroded

  8. Pass71,923 miles (+1,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    322618220284
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded not blowing.

  9. Pass70,630 miles (+1,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    397141253386
    • AdvisoryFront and rear silencer corroded

  10. Pass69,088 miles (+2,144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,088 miles
    Test number
    698125207961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel corroded near suspension mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel corroded near suspension mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,944 miles
    Test number
    181792696928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,944 miles (+2,241)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,944 miles
    Test number
    228951041923
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass64,703 miles (+3,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,703 miles
    Test number
    510914744049
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  14. Pass61,072 miles (+3,199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,072 miles
    Test number
    389112556433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre bald outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre not repairable
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  15. Pass57,873 miles (+4,118)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,873 miles
    Test number
    358899694605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,755 miles (+5,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,755 miles
    Test number
    195215064210
    • NoteRear silencer slightly corroded

  17. Pass48,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,178 miles
    Test number
    186177863261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,178 miles (+6,262)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,178 miles
    Test number
    508904363206
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass41,916 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,916 miles
    Test number
    249329452268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,442 miles (+3,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,442 miles
    Test number
    868220561284
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass36,061 miles (+3,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,061 miles
    Test number
    183984660209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail32,943 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,943 miles
    Test number
    431333959228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass32,943 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,943 miles
    Test number
    684193359219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,030 miles (+3,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,030 miles
    Test number
    694510778229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass27,260 miles (+3,417)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,260 miles
    Test number
    341302667282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,843 miles
    Test number
    260130156226
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about X72 FBL

Does X72 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 FBL is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 FBL?
The MOT on X72 FBL is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 FBL done?
X72 FBL was recorded at 84,052 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,005 miles a year.
Has X72 FBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 FBL has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X72 FBL 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 X72 FBL find?
X72 FBL passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: coolant leak; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer.; rear wiper blade split..

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