
Ford Focus
Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc
L86 YTAMOT history
L86 YTA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,654 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2022.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 21 Feb 2023
- Mileage
- 137,654 mi
- At MOT on 10 Feb 2022
- MOT tests
- 17
- 11 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 10,152 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L86 YTA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Focus
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 31 Dec 2008
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Feb 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
L86 YTA was last recorded at 137,654 miles on 10 Feb 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 137,642 miles · 3 Feb 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 12 miles
- Average per year
- 10,152 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 137,654 miles
- 2021 – 132,850 miles
- 2020 – 127,854 miles
- 2019 – 121,664 miles
- 2017 – 117,566 miles
- 2016 – 114,018 miles
- 2015 – 108,291 miles
- 2014 – 98,577 miles
- 2013 – 76,243 miles
- 2012 – 54,044 miles
- 2011 – 32,641 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Including reverse lamp (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryEngine noisyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust heat shields looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryFlexi exhaust deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Full MOT history
17 tests since 8 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,654 miles (+12)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 137,654 miles
- Test number
- 553036489155
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Including reverse lamp (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine noisy
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust heat shields loose
- AdvisoryFlexi exhaust deteriorated
Fail137,642 miles (+4,792)4 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,642 miles
- Test number
- 259470248429
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Including reverse lamp (4.8.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryEngine noisy
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust heat shields loose
- AdvisoryFlexi exhaust deteriorated
Pass132,850 miles (+4,996)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 132,850 miles
- Test number
- 983908502947
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass127,854 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 127,854 miles
- Test number
- 271749265997
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWashers poor
Fail127,854 miles (+6,190)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,854 miles
- Test number
- 284392279314
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWashers poor
Pass121,664 miles (+4,098)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 121,664 miles
- Test number
- 974687020700
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre splitting between tread
- AdvisorySill,front & rear inner wheel arch covers fitted
Pass117,566 miles (+3,548)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 117,566 miles
- Test number
- 234257963182
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass114,018 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 114,018 miles
- Test number
- 537393335409
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak Slight engine oil leak from Drive belt area.
- AdvisorySlight engine knocking noise at fast idle.
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail114,018 miles (+5,727)2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,018 miles
- Test number
- 466513674172
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak Slight engine oil leak from Drive belt area.
- AdvisorySlight engine knocking noise at fast idle.
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass108,291 miles (+7)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 108,291 miles
- Test number
- 887449577676
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
Fail108,284 miles (+9,707)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,284 miles
- Test number
- 850686650460
- FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately supported BOTH SIDES ON SUSPENSION LEGS (3.6.B.1)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working BOTH SIDES (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
- AdvisoryOil level on minimum
Pass98,577 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 98,577 miles
- Test number
- 746019874288
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail98,577 miles (+22,334)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,577 miles
- Test number
- 328379074454
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass76,243 miles (+22,199)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 76,243 miles
- Test number
- 108780083241
- NotePartial sill covers
Fail54,044 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,044 miles
- Test number
- 159808772272
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteEngine management light on
- NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
- NotePartial sill covers
Pass54,044 miles (+21,403)1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 54,044 miles
- Test number
- 876618172200
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- NoteEngine management light on
- NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
- NotePartial sill covers
Pass32,641 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 32,641 miles
- Test number
- 835381781291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L86 YTA
- Does L86 YTA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L86 YTA expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L86 YTA?
- The MOT on L86 YTA expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L86 YTA done?
- L86 YTA was recorded at 137,654 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2022, an average of 10,152 miles a year.
- Has L86 YTA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L86 YTA has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
- Has the mileage on L86 YTA 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 L86 YTA find?
- L86 YTA passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface including reverse lamp; engine noisy; rear suspension components corroded, and 2 more.
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