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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X68 XOTMOT history

X68 XOT is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2024.

X68 XOT blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2025
Mileage
114,304 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 XOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 XOT was last recorded at 114,304 miles on 6 Mar 2024, 11,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,755 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11,549 miles
Average per year
4,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,304 miles
  • 2023 – 102,755 miles
  • 2022 – 97,972 miles
  • 2021 – 94,941 miles
  • 2020 – 93,667 miles
  • 2019 – 90,924 miles
  • 2017 – 86,697 miles
  • 2016 – 72,776 miles
  • 2015 – 61,695 miles
  • 2014 – 57,797 miles
  • 2013 – 53,429 miles
  • 2012 – 51,158 miles
  • 2011 – 48,479 miles
  • 2010 – 45,540 miles
  • 2009 – 40,174 miles
  • 2008 – 37,417 miles
  • 2007 – 33,636 miles
  • 2006 – 29,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,304 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Wheel trims fitted alround

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear exhaust deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    605885790866
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail114,304 miles (+11,549)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    144773248428
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Cleaned light on test (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass102,755 miles (+4,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,755 miles
    Test number
    360992140732
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass97,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,972 miles
    Test number
    673851212551
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted alround

  5. Fail97,972 miles (+3,031)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,972 miles
    Test number
    317095623778
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted alround

  6. Pass94,941 miles (+1,274)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,941 miles
    Test number
    609721392166
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s inner sills corrosion starting
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r bottom arms corrosion starting
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted alround

  7. Pass93,667 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,667 miles
    Test number
    115808205811
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of retest
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted alround

  8. Fail93,583 miles (+2,659)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    529261511174
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative air bag light on (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted alround

  9. Pass90,924 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    90,924 miles
    Test number
    912435603106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,904 miles (+4,207)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,904 miles
    Test number
    247044376483
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass86,697 miles (+13,921)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,697 miles
    Test number
    618186228675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    383308377372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,776 miles (+11,081)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    877454414916
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass61,695 miles (+3,898)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,695 miles
    Test number
    595316125063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn uneven

  15. Pass57,797 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,797 miles
    Test number
    298447234087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteGeneral oil leaks
    • NotePlastic sill covers

  16. Fail57,797 miles (+4,368)1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,797 miles
    Test number
    867797434005
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteGeneral oil leaks
    • NotePlastic sill covers

  17. Fail53,429 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,429 miles
    Test number
    358149433028
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAllcv boots perished

  18. Pass53,429 miles (+2,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,429 miles
    Test number
    866959233045
    • NoteAllcv boots perished

  19. Pass51,158 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,158 miles
    Test number
    538005932072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail51,158 miles (+2,679)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,158 miles
    Test number
    899364232042
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass48,479 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,479 miles
    Test number
    495478331040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,540 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,540 miles
    Test number
    154297040006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,174 miles (+2,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,174 miles
    Test number
    842007049066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass37,417 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,417 miles
    Test number
    563579548006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,636 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,636 miles
    Test number
    391763447006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear number plate lights slightly low intensity.O/S/R TRAILING ARM TWISTED AND MISALIGNED (NO MOVEMENT APPARANT)ATTENTION REQUIRED SOON.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Fail33,621 miles (+4,450)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,621 miles
    Test number
    403753247043
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear number plate lights slightly low intensity.O/S/R TRAILING ARM TWISTED AND MISSALIGNED (NO MOVEMENT PRESENT)ATTENTION REQUIRED SOON.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass29,171 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,171 miles
    Test number
    110547446071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlastic outer boby sill covers fitted

Questions about X68 XOT

Does X68 XOT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X68 XOT expired on 15 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X68 XOT?
The MOT on X68 XOT expired on 15 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X68 XOT done?
X68 XOT was recorded at 114,304 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2024, an average of 4,716 miles a year.
Has X68 XOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 XOT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on X68 XOT 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 X68 XOT find?
X68 XOT passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill.

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