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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

W256 XTWMOT history

W256 XTW is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Jul 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2023.

W256 XTW green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2024
Mileage
72,677 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 XTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 XTW was last recorded at 72,677 miles on 23 Jan 2023, 3,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,298 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,379 miles
Average per year
3,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,677 miles
  • 2022 – 69,298 miles
  • 2021 – 66,802 miles
  • 2019 – 64,893 miles
  • 2018 – 63,324 miles
  • 2017 – 60,559 miles
  • 2016 – 54,135 miles
  • 2015 – 47,522 miles
  • 2014 – 45,127 miles
  • 2013 – 41,219 miles
  • 2012 – 38,005 miles
  • 2011 – 34,963 miles
  • 2010 – 31,399 miles
  • 2009 – 27,717 miles
  • 2008 – 23,956 miles
  • 2007 – 20,377 miles
  • 2006 – 17,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,677 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and corroded
  • AdvisoryFront numberplate damaged and becoming deteriorated
  • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel becoming tight to turn
  • AdvisoryO/s mirror becoming insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

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.

  • Vehicle becoming corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front brake discs becoming corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,677 miles (+3,379)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,677 miles
    Test number
    288228238122
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryFront numberplate damaged and becoming deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel becoming tight to turn
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

  2. Pass69,298 miles (+2,496)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,298 miles
    Test number
    284301010784
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror badly damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded

  3. Pass66,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    516985594705
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded

  4. Fail66,802 miles (+1,909)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    451482122395
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre becoming badly perished and air pressure was very low
    • AdvisoryNail in edge of n/s/f tyre
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded

  5. Pass64,893 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,893 miles
    Test number
    461877834156
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front number plate
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded

  6. Fail64,893 miles (+1,569)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,893 miles
    Test number
    873566554272
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front number plate
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded

  7. Pass63,324 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    124825410067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre (leaking and repairable)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre becoming badly cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside dampness around drive shaft
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror housing becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear minor play in both wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryDampness around power steering rack
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level near minimum

  8. Fail63,324 miles (+2,765)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    561044134062
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both wipers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre (leaking and repairable)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre becoming badly cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside dampness around drive shaft
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror housing becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear minor play in both wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryDampness around power steering rack
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level near minimum

  9. Pass60,559 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,559 miles
    Test number
    660194890872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,135 miles
    Test number
    226817521891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Fail54,135 miles (+6,613)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,135 miles
    Test number
    197955800936
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Bumper by indicator unit (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass47,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    147367795168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,522 miles (+2,395)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    246757695175
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  14. Pass45,127 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,127 miles
    Test number
    277748694143
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail45,127 miles (+3,908)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,127 miles
    Test number
    556018194144
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass41,219 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    929162593152
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail41,219 miles (+3,214)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    128022693111
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass38,005 miles (+3,042)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,005 miles
    Test number
    249429292438
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged
    • NotePower steering fluid leaking

  19. Pass34,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    445790601253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,963 miles (+3,564)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    848869191156
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass31,399 miles (+3,682)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,399 miles
    Test number
    210115690441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,717 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,717 miles
    Test number
    601365399101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,956 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,956 miles
    Test number
    503128598151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,377 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,377 miles
    Test number
    680669397107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,626 miles
    Test number
    311297076107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 XTW

Does W256 XTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 XTW expired on 22 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 XTW?
The MOT on W256 XTW expired on 22 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 XTW done?
W256 XTW was recorded at 72,677 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2023, an average of 3,321 miles a year.
Has W256 XTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 XTW has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on W256 XTW 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 W256 XTW find?
W256 XTW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: both rear springs corroded; exhaust becoming corroded; front brake discs worn and corroded, and 4 more.

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