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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X809 GDLMOT history

X809 GDL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

X809 GDL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2025
Mileage
116,996 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X809 GDL
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
24 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X809 GDL was last recorded at 116,996 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,402 miles · 7 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
594 miles
Average per year
3,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,996 miles
  • 2023 – 116,402 miles
  • 2022 – 115,622 miles
  • 2021 – 114,255 miles
  • 2020 – 112,852 miles
  • 2019 – 109,325 miles
  • 2018 – 104,609 miles
  • 2017 – 101,924 miles
  • 2016 – 98,918 miles
  • 2015 – 95,909 miles
  • 2014 – 92,433 miles
  • 2013 – 87,573 miles
  • 2012 – 81,605 miles
  • 2011 – 74,737 miles
  • 2010 – 67,839 miles
  • 2009 – 60,958 miles
  • 2008 – 60,893 miles
  • 2007 – 56,167 miles
  • 2006 – 49,935 miles
  • 2005 – 41,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,996 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,996 miles (+594)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,996 miles
    Test number
    179740831804
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass116,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,402 miles
    Test number
    725969830041
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail116,402 miles (+780)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,402 miles
    Test number
    843038379058
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass115,622 miles (+1,367)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,622 miles
    Test number
    586191903372
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Heatshield loose

  5. Pass114,255 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,255 miles
    Test number
    380902078016
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail114,253 miles (+1,401)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,253 miles
    Test number
    790592078883
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass112,852 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,852 miles
    Test number
    763677386335
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail112,852 miles (+3,527)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,852 miles
    Test number
    667623281917
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass109,325 miles (+4,716)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,325 miles
    Test number
    224707893835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,609 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    649732988594
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail104,607 miles (+2,683)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,607 miles
    Test number
    516710130996
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass101,924 miles (+3,006)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    880336535517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass98,918 miles (+3,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,918 miles
    Test number
    866108442438
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both front (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass95,909 miles (+3,476)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,909 miles
    Test number
    789464995120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass92,433 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,433 miles
    Test number
    985989794105
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Fail92,430 miles (+4,857)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,430 miles
    Test number
    827318694185
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass87,573 miles (+5,968)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,573 miles
    Test number
    316707393191
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished on sidewalls
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass81,605 miles (+6,868)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,605 miles
    Test number
    348122702476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass74,737 miles (+6,898)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,737 miles
    Test number
    298482881185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,839 miles (+6,881)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,839 miles
    Test number
    603806870101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,958 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,958 miles
    Test number
    311924589187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,893 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,893 miles
    Test number
    123349258212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,828 miles (+4,661)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,828 miles
    Test number
    310315458282
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass56,167 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,167 miles
    Test number
    862464857224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,935 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,935 miles
    Test number
    854175756257
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads 90% WORN
    • NoteNear side front tyre slightly worn on edge and side wall slightly cut

  26. Pass49,935 miles (+8,072)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,935 miles
    Test number
    860925656250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads 90% WORN
    • NoteNear side front tyre slightly worn on edge and side wall slightly cut

  27. Pass41,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    884815255222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about X809 GDL

Does X809 GDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X809 GDL expired on 21 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X809 GDL?
The MOT on X809 GDL expired on 21 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X809 GDL done?
X809 GDL was recorded at 116,996 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 3,987 miles a year.
Has X809 GDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X809 GDL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X809 GDL 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 X809 GDL find?
X809 GDL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 7 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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