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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X749 GBLMOT history

X749 GBL is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 94,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

X749 GBL red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,697 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X749 GBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X749 GBL was last recorded at 94,697 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 3,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2008: 1,607 miles, lower than 28,106 miles on 14 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,823 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3,874 miles
Average per year
3,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,697 miles
  • 2025 – 90,823 miles
  • 2024 – 85,744 miles
  • 2023 – 79,628 miles
  • 2022 – 73,632 miles
  • 2021 – 67,445 miles
  • 2020 – 63,442 miles
  • 2019 – 55,190 miles
  • 2018 – 48,262 miles
  • 2017 – 41,106 miles
  • 2016 – 32,991 miles
  • 2015 – 27,967 miles
  • 2014 – 24,293 miles
  • 2013 – 20,127 miles
  • 2012 – 16,150 miles
  • 2011 – 11,810 miles
  • 2010 – 7,858 miles
  • 2008 – 1,607 miles
  • 2007 – 28,106 miles
  • 2006 – 24,069 miles
  • 2005 – 20,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,697 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi pipe detriorating
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

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 Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,697 miles (+3,874)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,697 miles
    Test number
    721516506827
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi pipe detriorating
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted

  2. Pass90,823 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    860727905040
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail90,823 miles (+5,079)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    459804276227
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass85,744 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,744 miles
    Test number
    100262375976
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail85,744 miles (+6,116)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,744 miles
    Test number
    300983309474
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,628 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    79,628 miles
    Test number
    205061986597
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail79,627 miles (+5,995)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,627 miles
    Test number
    126394974964
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,632 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    670114627695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing on Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail73,632 miles (+6,187)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    207047992284
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to Excess Smoking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing on Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass67,445 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    672270888963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail67,445 miles (+4,003)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    959979831152
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass63,442 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,442 miles
    Test number
    158332010261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail63,442 miles (+8,252)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,442 miles
    Test number
    895313705919
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass55,190 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    393783018895
    • AdvisoryNo. plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryRear No. plate delaminating

  15. Fail55,180 miles (+6,918)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,180 miles
    Test number
    415737218330
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo. plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryRear No. plate delaminating

  16. Pass48,262 miles (+7,156)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    774588810761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,106 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    41,106 miles
    Test number
    418265840875
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail40,765 miles (+7,774)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    663396932445
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass32,991 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,991 miles
    Test number
    966387853340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,967 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,967 miles
    Test number
    149182935189
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamp around steering rack area.
    • NoteSurface rust around front suspension area.

  21. Pass27,967 miles (+3,674)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,967 miles
    Test number
    765502335198
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamp around steering rack area.
    • NoteSurface rust around front suspension area.

  22. Pass24,293 miles (+4,166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,293 miles
    Test number
    215738824499
    • NotePlastic sill trim covers are fitted which limits the inspection of the outer sills

  23. Fail20,127 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,127 miles
    Test number
    816384933164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass20,127 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,127 miles
    Test number
    827224433197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,150 miles (+4,340)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,150 miles
    Test number
    687101852130
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn 3mm & wearing on outside edge.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn 4mm.

  26. Pass11,810 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,810 miles
    Test number
    737964241175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,858 miles (+6,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    7,858 miles
    Test number
    204006550460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass1,607 miles (-26,499)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    1,607 miles
    Test number
    872089148232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,106 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,106 miles
    Test number
    142577357256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,069 miles
    Test number
    743326656246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail24,069 miles (+3,195)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,069 miles
    Test number
    700856056227
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

  32. Pass20,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,874 miles
    Test number
    914134565273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X749 GBL

Does X749 GBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X749 GBL is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X749 GBL?
The MOT on X749 GBL is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X749 GBL done?
X749 GBL was recorded at 94,697 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 3,502 miles a year.
Has X749 GBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X749 GBL has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X749 GBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X749 GBL find?
X749 GBL failed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arch; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 14 more.

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