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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

X449 EAAMOT history

X449 EAA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 162,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

X449 EAA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
162,860 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X449 EAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X449 EAA was last recorded at 162,860 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
162,114 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
746 miles
Average per year
4,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,860 miles
  • 2025 – 162,114 miles
  • 2024 – 161,234 miles
  • 2023 – 160,093 miles
  • 2022 – 158,923 miles
  • 2021 – 157,372 miles
  • 2020 – 156,478 miles
  • 2019 – 155,608 miles
  • 2018 – 154,591 miles
  • 2017 – 153,666 miles
  • 2016 – 152,500 miles
  • 2015 – 150,951 miles
  • 2014 – 146,465 miles
  • 2013 – 134,012 miles
  • 2012 – 124,147 miles
  • 2011 – 119,380 miles
  • 2010 – 104,862 miles
  • 2009 – 98,149 miles
  • 2008 – 90,419 miles
  • 2007 – 81,996 miles
  • 2006 – 74,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspectionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake componentsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDeterioration to headlamp lenses
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear nearside and offside inner and outer sills/inner wing
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear suspension components
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Coil spring corroded front and rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Engine oil level very low

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Corrosion to exhaust system

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Heavy corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,860 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    162,860 miles
    Test number
    266493141806
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to headlamp lenses
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear nearside and offside inner and outer sills/inner wing
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  2. Fail162,860 miles (+746)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,860 miles
    Test number
    796974076991
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to headlamp lenses
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear nearside and offside inner and outer sills/inner wing
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  3. Pass162,114 miles (+880)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,114 miles
    Test number
    384555936226
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear nearside and offside inner wings to sills
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear sub-frame/suspension arms/coil springs
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing thin/perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perishing/tears close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOuter sills side skirts restricting inspection

  4. Pass161,234 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,234 miles
    Test number
    424011424392
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system/front flexi pipe/front mounting
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear sub-frame/suspension arms
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamp lenses

  5. Fail161,234 miles (+1,141)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,234 miles
    Test number
    177226294482
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system/front flexi pipe/front mounting
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear sub-frame/suspension arms
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamp lenses

  6. Pass160,093 miles (+1,170)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    160,093 miles
    Test number
    190483937947
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system/deterioration to front flexi pipe/front mounting
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamp lenses

  7. Pass158,923 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    158,923 miles
    Test number
    842782340028
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low

  8. Fail158,923 miles (+1,551)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,923 miles
    Test number
    285526477990
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low

  9. Pass157,372 miles (+894)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    157,372 miles
    Test number
    585273743097
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

  10. Pass156,478 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    156,478 miles
    Test number
    830759087786
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased in places restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system and deterioration to front flexi pipe
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low

  11. Fail156,478 miles (+870)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,478 miles
    Test number
    429065631219
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased in places restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system and deterioration to front flexi pipe
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low

  12. Pass155,608 miles (+1,017)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    155,608 miles
    Test number
    327257110444
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efforts slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

  13. Pass154,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,591 miles
    Test number
    285208679056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to exhaust front flexi pipe and corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

  14. Fail154,591 miles (+925)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,591 miles
    Test number
    551370977642
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to exhaust front flexi pipe and corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

  15. Pass153,666 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,666 miles
    Test number
    591890517652
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and weakness to exhaust system and front flexi pipe
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front tyres
    • AdvisorySome wear to nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail153,666 miles (+1,166)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,666 miles
    Test number
    817928173370
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and weakness to exhaust system and front flexi pipe
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front tyres
    • AdvisorySome wear to nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass152,500 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    152,500 miles
    Test number
    221302367622
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded in places (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear service and parking brake efforts slightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight noise
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiter deteriorated nearside and offside (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to crankcase breather pipe

  18. Fail152,500 miles (+1,549)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,500 miles
    Test number
    969173754074
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded in places (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear service and parking brake efforts slightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight noise
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiter deteriorated nearside and offside (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to crankcase breather pipe

  19. Pass150,951 miles (+4,486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    150,951 miles
    Test number
    869840597499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to inlet crankcase breather pipe
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisey

  20. Pass146,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,465 miles
    Test number
    265383874226
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail146,465 miles (+12,453)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,465 miles
    Test number
    897973674279
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass134,012 miles (+9,865)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,012 miles
    Test number
    605563973262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,147 miles (+4,767)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    124,147 miles
    Test number
    375229572295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass119,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    119,380 miles
    Test number
    728566271215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail119,380 miles (+14,518)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,380 miles
    Test number
    689646871207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass104,862 miles (+6,713)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    324654460273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass98,149 miles (+7,730)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,149 miles
    Test number
    124377969284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass90,419 miles (+8,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,419 miles
    Test number
    562786468257
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWEAR ON FRONT DISCS

  29. Pass81,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,996 miles
    Test number
    123028967260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,993 miles (+7,762)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,993 miles
    Test number
    742778267204
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inner edge

  31. Pass74,231 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    74,231 miles
    Test number
    663483586249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass68,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    824820336075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X449 EAA

Does X449 EAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X449 EAA is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X449 EAA?
The MOT on X449 EAA is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X449 EAA done?
X449 EAA was recorded at 162,860 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 4,569 miles a year.
Has X449 EAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X449 EAA has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X449 EAA 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 X449 EAA find?
X449 EAA passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection, and 6 more.

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