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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,388 cc

X451 BAEMOT history

X451 BAE is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 77,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2024.

X451 BAE green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2025
Mileage
77,255 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2024
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X451 BAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X451 BAE was last recorded at 77,255 miles on 31 Aug 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,252 miles · 27 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,255 miles
  • 2023 – 76,627 miles
  • 2022 – 75,696 miles
  • 2021 – 74,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,255 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective UV degradation

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

7 tests since 12 Aug 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,255 miles (+3)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,255 miles
    Test number
    650755935926
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,252 miles (+625)1 dangerous4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,252 miles
    Test number
    526704604576
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,627 miles (+931)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,627 miles
    Test number
    891354019602
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output uv degradation (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass75,696 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    547077070382
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail75,673 miles (+1,355)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,673 miles
    Test number
    268899468356
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass74,318 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,318 miles
    Test number
    977654795599
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective UV degradation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail74,318 miles2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,318 miles
    Test number
    612056319241
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective UV degradation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about X451 BAE

Does X451 BAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X451 BAE expired on 30 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X451 BAE?
The MOT on X451 BAE expired on 30 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X451 BAE done?
X451 BAE was recorded at 77,255 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2024, an average of 962 miles a year.
Has X451 BAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X451 BAE has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X451 BAE 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 X451 BAE find?
X451 BAE passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2024 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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