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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

X61 EKXMOT history

X61 EKX is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 4 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2023.

X61 EKX red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2022
Mileage
104,773 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 EKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X61 EKX was last recorded at 104,773 miles on 5 Jun 2023, 8,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,004 miles · 29 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
8,769 miles
Average per year
4,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,773 miles
  • 2021 – 96,004 miles
  • 2020 – 95,899 miles
  • 2019 – 95,133 miles
  • 2018 – 92,743 miles
  • 2017 – 90,088 miles
  • 2016 – 85,923 miles
  • 2015 – 81,141 miles
  • 2014 – 75,261 miles
  • 2013 – 70,307 miles
  • 2012 – 64,213 miles
  • 2011 – 58,323 miles
  • 2010 – 55,011 miles
  • 2009 – 50,184 miles
  • 2008 – 45,321 miles
  • 2007 – 38,220 miles
  • 2006 – 30,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,773 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sil has multiple holes on inside and out (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sil has multiple holes on inside and out (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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.

  • Front and rear sub-frames corroded

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • Rear suspension arms corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,773 miles (+8,769)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,773 miles
    Test number
    956661950890
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sil has multiple holes on inside and out (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sil has multiple holes on inside and out (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,004 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    96,004 miles
    Test number
    724202688139
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  3. Fail96,000 miles (+101)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,000 miles
    Test number
    382869858252
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  4. Pass95,899 miles (+766)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,899 miles
    Test number
    266794389420
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  5. Pass95,133 miles (+48)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,133 miles
    Test number
    486554685188
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  6. Fail95,085 miles (+2,342)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,085 miles
    Test number
    908353609720
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  7. Pass92,743 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,743 miles
    Test number
    638134422685
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  8. Fail92,705 miles (+2,617)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,705 miles
    Test number
    994290736045
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  9. Pass90,088 miles (+4,165)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,088 miles
    Test number
    682149542258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  10. Pass85,923 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,923 miles
    Test number
    756371357916
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  11. Fail85,900 miles (+4,759)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,900 miles
    Test number
    863470022040
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  12. Pass81,141 miles (+5,880)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,141 miles
    Test number
    489145023529
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake increase rate uneven(25%)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner wheel arches corroded

  13. Pass75,261 miles (+4,954)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    315010324249
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear sub-frames corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber damp.

  14. Pass70,307 miles (+49)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,307 miles
    Test number
    459870023244
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low.
    • NoteRear inner wheel arches corroded.

  15. Fail70,258 miles (+6,045)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,258 miles
    Test number
    587768713271
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low.
    • NoteRear inner wheel arches corroded.

  16. Pass64,213 miles (+5,890)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,213 miles
    Test number
    758633512268
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Fail58,323 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,323 miles
    Test number
    487866511257
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass58,323 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,323 miles
    Test number
    509706611225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,011 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    320564210454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,184 miles (+4,863)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,184 miles
    Test number
    944419229231
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f door damaged no sharpe edges

  21. Pass45,321 miles (+7,101)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,321 miles
    Test number
    223251238266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f wing and o/s/f door (no) sharp edges
    • NoteHand brake travel long
    • NoteNot all washer jets working

  22. Pass38,220 miles (+7,830)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,220 miles
    Test number
    423314447183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass30,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,390 miles
    Test number
    751590296046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X61 EKX

Does X61 EKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X61 EKX expired on 28 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X61 EKX?
The MOT on X61 EKX expired on 28 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X61 EKX done?
X61 EKX was recorded at 104,773 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2023, an average of 4,330 miles a year.
Has X61 EKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 EKX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on X61 EKX 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 X61 EKX find?
X61 EKX failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 8 major defects: front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; emissions unable to be completed, and 7 more.

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