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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X451 ELCMOT history

X451 ELC is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2023.

X451 ELC green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2022
Mileage
162,910 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X451 ELC
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
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X451 ELC was last recorded at 162,910 miles on 13 Mar 2023, 2,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,873 miles · 27 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,037 miles
Average per year
5,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,910 miles
  • 2021 – 160,873 miles
  • 2020 – 157,274 miles
  • 2019 – 154,855 miles
  • 2018 – 149,262 miles
  • 2017 – 144,483 miles
  • 2016 – 141,253 miles
  • 2015 – 135,500 miles
  • 2014 – 126,923 miles
  • 2013 – 117,859 miles
  • 2012 – 107,125 miles
  • 2011 – 97,421 miles
  • 2010 – 90,042 miles
  • 2009 – 85,151 miles
  • 2008 – 82,541 miles
  • 2007 – 79,799 miles
  • 2006 – 73,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,910 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front steering arm has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,910 miles (+2,037)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,910 miles
    Test number
    921106466740
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass160,873 miles (+3,599)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    160,873 miles
    Test number
    544645793760
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill panel covered in underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No tread. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No tread. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill panel covered in underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass157,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    157,274 miles
    Test number
    897894210189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail157,274 miles (+2,419)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,274 miles
    Test number
    667555190741
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothside (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,855 miles (+5,593)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,855 miles
    Test number
    965642720933
    • Advisory4 tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass149,262 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,262 miles
    Test number
    895735075771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail149,248 miles (+4,765)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,248 miles
    Test number
    252215389726
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass144,483 miles (+3,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,483 miles
    Test number
    857107654560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass141,253 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    141,253 miles
    Test number
    544575000721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail141,237 miles (+5,737)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,237 miles
    Test number
    348717861931
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass135,500 miles (+255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,500 miles
    Test number
    150188458721
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail135,245 miles (+8,322)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,245 miles
    Test number
    345703939555
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass126,923 miles (+9,064)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    126,923 miles
    Test number
    615722774292
    • NoteSlight rattle from o/s rear shock absorber

  14. Pass117,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    117,859 miles
    Test number
    256643573250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,859 miles (+10,734)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,859 miles
    Test number
    197817963250
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  16. Pass107,125 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    107,125 miles
    Test number
    978803882281
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail107,069 miles (+9,648)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,069 miles
    Test number
    275495272201
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,421 miles (+7,379)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    97,421 miles
    Test number
    316164231294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,042 miles
    Test number
    273848630238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,042 miles (+4,891)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,042 miles
    Test number
    380968930255
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass85,151 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,151 miles
    Test number
    941530339232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,541 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    82,541 miles
    Test number
    563660458256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,799 miles (+5,904)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,799 miles
    Test number
    442299917283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    73,895 miles
    Test number
    613805506220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X451 ELC

Does X451 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X451 ELC expired on 31 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X451 ELC?
The MOT on X451 ELC expired on 31 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X451 ELC done?
X451 ELC was recorded at 162,910 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2023, an average of 5,351 miles a year.
Has X451 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X451 ELC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X451 ELC 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 ELC find?
X451 ELC failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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