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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

X438 GMOMOT history

X438 GMO is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 5 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

X438 GMO grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
113,550 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X438 GMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X438 GMO was last recorded at 113,550 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 693 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,857 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
693 miles
Average per year
3,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,550 miles
  • 2022 – 112,857 miles
  • 2021 – 112,541 miles
  • 2020 – 112,184 miles
  • 2019 – 109,669 miles
  • 2018 – 106,928 miles
  • 2017 – 103,901 miles
  • 2016 – 102,424 miles
  • 2015 – 99,590 miles
  • 2014 – 97,568 miles
  • 2013 – 94,245 miles
  • 2012 – 88,261 miles
  • 2011 – 82,397 miles
  • 2010 – 76,806 miles
  • 2009 – 72,151 miles
  • 2008 – 66,859 miles
  • 2007 – 59,729 miles
  • 2006 – 53,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,550 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,550 miles (+693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,550 miles
    Test number
    540437132524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,857 miles
    Test number
    712024900894
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail112,857 miles (+316)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,857 miles
    Test number
    961731512076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass112,541 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,541 miles
    Test number
    400405382358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,184 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    482494157912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail112,184 miles (+2,515)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    238650235262
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass109,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,669 miles
    Test number
    495261350605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,669 miles (+2,741)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,669 miles
    Test number
    395193944948
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass106,928 miles (+3,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,928 miles
    Test number
    313950737059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass103,901 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,901 miles
    Test number
    708864892868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,424 miles (+2,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,424 miles
    Test number
    406649694460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass99,590 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    259024825021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,568 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    338834424063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,567 miles (+3,322)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,567 miles
    Test number
    455170224097
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass94,245 miles (+5,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,245 miles
    Test number
    839601283066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass88,261 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,261 miles
    Test number
    789372382087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,397 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,397 miles
    Test number
    566929901179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,806 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,806 miles
    Test number
    271431470003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,151 miles (+5,292)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,151 miles
    Test number
    111825679495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,859 miles
    Test number
    272010078083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,859 miles (+7,130)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,859 miles
    Test number
    233900678039
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass59,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    59,729 miles
    Test number
    444103277093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,729 miles (+6,651)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,729 miles
    Test number
    944923677027
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass53,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,078 miles
    Test number
    334966676000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,078 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,078 miles
    Test number
    991706076061
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about X438 GMO

Does X438 GMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X438 GMO expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X438 GMO?
The MOT on X438 GMO expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X438 GMO done?
X438 GMO was recorded at 113,550 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 3,590 miles a year.
Has X438 GMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X438 GMO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on X438 GMO 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 X438 GMO find?
X438 GMO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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