JS8380 - FORD FOCUS
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 14 days ago
The Ford Focus, often referred to simply as the Focus, is a popular compact car renowned for its practicality and driving dynamics. Manufactured by Ford Motor Company, a longstanding leader in the automotive industry, the Focus has been a staple in many markets since its debut in 1998. Known for its innovative design and reliable performance, the model has evolved through multiple generations, with the 2018 version representing a significant update featuring advanced technology and improved efficiency. Core features include a range of petrol and diesel engines, modern infotainment systems, and driver-assistance options, making it a versatile choice for urban and suburban driving alike. Its reputation for quality and engineering excellence continues to make the Ford Focus a compelling option for those seeking a well-rounded hatchback or sedan.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 27 MOT tests
A 1999 Ford Focus, registration JS8380, registered in March 1999, finished in silver with a 1596cc petrol engine. The vehicle has a current MOT valid until March 2026, with the latest test conducted in March 2025. It has recorded mileage of 67,847 miles and is taxed. Notable advisories from the latest MOT include a defective rubber hanger on the rear exhaust, worn rear tyres, corroded rear lower camber control arms, deteriorated front suspension ball joint dust covers, cracked tyres, and an oil leak that is not excessive. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
27
Passed Tests
20
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 07 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,847 mi
Expires: 15 March 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber hanger (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Rear tyres wearing out-of-shape/stepping on inside edges
- Advisory Rear Lower camber control arms corroded
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 04 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,839 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber hanger (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Rear tyres wearing out-of-shape/stepping on inside edges
- Advisory Rear Lower camber control arms corroded
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 04 March 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,466 mi
Expires: 15 March 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory vehicle undersealed
- Advisory slight corrosion to suspension components
Passed - 01 March 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,542 mi
Expires: 15 March 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm + corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
Failed - 01 March 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,542 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened N/S/R (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm + corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
Passed - 02 March 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,564 mi
Expires: 15 March 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Brake pipes covered in grease
Failed - 01 March 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,564 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Brake pipes covered in grease
Passed - 16 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,359 mi
Expires: 15 March 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
Failed - 16 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,359 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 01 March 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,356 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged frayed (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 18 February 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,725 mi
Expires: 10 March 2021
Passed - 11 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,656 mi
Expires: 10 March 2020
Passed - 07 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,591 mi
Expires: 10 March 2019
Passed - 06 March 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,801 mi
Expires: 10 March 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Underside has a fresh coat of oil/grease & sill covers fitted
Failed - 06 March 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,796 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- Advisory Underside has a fresh coat of oil/grease & sill covers fitted
Passed - 08 March 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,410 mi
Expires: 10 March 2017
Passed - 09 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,447 mi
Expires: 10 March 2016
Passed - 06 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,727 mi
Expires: 10 March 2015
Passed - 08 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,203 mi
Expires: 10 March 2014
Failed - 08 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,202 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 08 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,913 mi
Expires: 10 March 2013
Passed - 07 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,884 mi
Expires: 10 March 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Passed - 04 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,220 mi
Expires: 10 March 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Passed - 10 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,476 mi
Expires: 10 March 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Passed - 06 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,139 mi
Expires: 10 March 2009
Passed - 09 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,527 mi
Expires: 10 March 2008
Passed - 09 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,351 mi
Expires: 10 March 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for JS8380?
The MOT expires on 15 March 2026.
What is the tax status of JS8380?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 January 2026.
What are the specifications of JS8380?
This is a 1999 FORD FOCUS in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 1596cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of JS8380?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.