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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X747 MBHMOT history

X747 MBH is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 109,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2024.

X747 MBH blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2024
Mileage
109,272 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X747 MBH
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
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X747 MBH was last recorded at 109,272 miles on 8 Nov 2024, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,093 miles · 8 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
4,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,272 miles
  • 2023 – 109,093 miles
  • 2022 – 107,369 miles
  • 2021 – 106,138 miles
  • 2020 – 104,692 miles
  • 2019 – 102,381 miles
  • 2018 – 100,906 miles
  • 2017 – 93,717 miles
  • 2016 – 88,465 miles
  • 2015 – 77,249 miles
  • 2014 – 70,430 miles
  • 2013 – 62,251 miles
  • 2012 – 55,190 miles
  • 2011 – 48,967 miles
  • 2010 – 44,726 miles
  • 2009 – 40,376 miles
  • 2008 – 36,254 miles
  • 2007 – 31,899 miles
  • 2006 – 28,275 miles
  • 2005 – 22,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,272 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension excessively corroded

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,272 miles (+179)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,272 miles
    Test number
    331724454276
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension excessively corroded

  2. Pass109,093 miles (+1,724)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,093 miles
    Test number
    436172890738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass107,369 miles (+1,231)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,369 miles
    Test number
    574098731176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,138 miles
    Test number
    939015899775
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s lower rear suspension arm corroded

  5. Fail106,136 miles (+1)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,136 miles
    Test number
    723363407106
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s/r brake slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s lower rear suspension arm corroded

  6. Fail106,135 miles (+1,443)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,135 miles
    Test number
    687541024733
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn,corroded and lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arms inner and outer bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak around engine

  7. Pass104,692 miles (+2,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,692 miles
    Test number
    970755543353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass102,381 miles (+1,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    578728070442
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass100,906 miles (+7,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,906 miles
    Test number
    863511673828
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror insecure

  10. Pass93,717 miles (+5,252)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,717 miles
    Test number
    352462136840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,465 miles (+11,216)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,465 miles
    Test number
    715887037347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,249 miles
    Test number
    597454214014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,249 miles (+6,819)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,249 miles
    Test number
    827352919226
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass70,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,430 miles
    Test number
    125385064291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail70,430 miles (+8,179)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,430 miles
    Test number
    669135964238
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,251 miles (+7,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,251 miles
    Test number
    999130673250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass55,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    397102862288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,190 miles (+6,223)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    147292862212
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass48,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,967 miles
    Test number
    296022861262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,967 miles (+4,241)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,967 miles
    Test number
    876972961234
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  21. Fail44,726 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,726 miles
    Test number
    493136260277
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition
    • NoteRear tyres poor

  22. Pass44,726 miles (+4,350)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,726 miles
    Test number
    580006160217
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition
    • NoteRear tyres poor

  23. Pass40,376 miles (+4,122)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,376 miles
    Test number
    714101069218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,254 miles
    Test number
    383823968206
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

  25. Fail36,254 miles (+4,355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,254 miles
    Test number
    892143768293
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

  26. Pass31,899 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,899 miles
    Test number
    442642877206
    • NoteO/S Mirror (Poor Condition †Blades (Poor Condition)

  27. Fail31,899 miles (+3,624)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,899 miles
    Test number
    584642777239
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/S Mirror (Poor Condition †Blades (Poor Condition)

  28. Pass28,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,275 miles
    Test number
    201978966237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail28,275 miles (+5,344)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,275 miles
    Test number
    480708766235
    • FailureLower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Fail22,931 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,931 miles
    Test number
    372342975257
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass22,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    22,931 miles
    Test number
    643472175250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X747 MBH

Does X747 MBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X747 MBH expired on 21 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X747 MBH?
The MOT on X747 MBH expired on 21 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X747 MBH done?
X747 MBH was recorded at 109,272 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2024, an average of 4,518 miles a year.
Has X747 MBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X747 MBH has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X747 MBH 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 X747 MBH find?
X747 MBH failed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2024 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: central rear seat belt not functioning as intended; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill, and 6 more.

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