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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X742 XUGMOT history

X742 XUG is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 166,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2023.

X742 XUG black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2024
Mileage
166,908 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2023
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 XUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X742 XUG was last recorded at 166,908 miles on 10 Jul 2023, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2016: 130,272 miles, lower than 133,312 miles on 12 Sept 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
166,867 miles · 4 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,908 miles
  • 2022 – 163,728 miles
  • 2021 – 160,766 miles
  • 2020 – 157,856 miles
  • 2019 – 154,352 miles
  • 2018 – 148,248 miles
  • 2017 – 142,926 miles
  • 2016 – 130,272 miles
  • 2015 – 133,312 miles
  • 2014 – 128,460 miles
  • 2013 – 123,913 miles
  • 2012 – 116,837 miles
  • 2011 – 109,044 miles
  • 2010 – 101,710 miles
  • 2009 – 98,369 miles
  • 2008 – 94,868 miles
  • 2007 – 91,288 miles
  • 2006 – 86,464 miles
  • 2005 – 80,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,908 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,908 miles (+41)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    166,908 miles
    Test number
    778993794364
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing 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 Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail166,867 miles (+3,139)2 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,867 miles
    Test number
    815457029317
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp extinguishes when brake pedal applied (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing 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 Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass163,728 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    163,728 miles
    Test number
    309200372824
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail163,720 miles (+2,954)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,720 miles
    Test number
    706292904588
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Nearside and offside inner sill sections corroded within 30cm of rear suspension arms (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link rubber split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,766 miles (+2,910)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,766 miles
    Test number
    688126856570
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Rear view mirror slightly deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside brake discs slightly worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside brake pipes corroded and covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,856 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    700083060600
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail157,829 miles (+3,477)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,829 miles
    Test number
    612077892732
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass154,352 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,352 miles
    Test number
    962935303419
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside and Offside front fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lamps
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail154,352 miles (+6,104)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,352 miles
    Test number
    632621371436
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside and Offside front fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lamps
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    772335911008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail148,248 miles (+5,322)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,248 miles
    Test number
    130575902174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass142,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    142,926 miles
    Test number
    435419895635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,926 miles (+12,654)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,926 miles
    Test number
    953790361263
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass130,272 miles (-3,040)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,272 miles
    Test number
    127464402677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass133,312 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,312 miles
    Test number
    266220624716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,305 miles (+4,845)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,305 miles
    Test number
    942499415946
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Fail128,460 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,460 miles
    Test number
    525014234233
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  18. Pass128,460 miles (+4,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    128,460 miles
    Test number
    976804534260
    • 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)

  19. Pass123,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    123,913 miles
    Test number
    917858643232
    • 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)

  20. Fail123,913 miles (+7,076)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,913 miles
    Test number
    998168843206
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass116,837 miles (+7,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,837 miles
    Test number
    958692742288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass109,044 miles (+7,334)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,044 miles
    Test number
    199268441237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,710 miles (+3,341)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    101,710 miles
    Test number
    992422350282
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail98,369 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    112483659252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass98,369 miles (+3,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    632333859271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass94,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,868 miles
    Test number
    871463248292
    • NoteFront wipers poor

  27. Fail94,864 miles (+3,576)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,864 miles
    Test number
    122073848270
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFront wipers poor

  28. Pass91,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    91,288 miles
    Test number
    633369747220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail91,288 miles (+4,824)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,288 miles
    Test number
    141639347233
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass86,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    86,464 miles
    Test number
    583324356238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail86,464 miles (+5,683)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,464 miles
    Test number
    764992456219
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  32. Pass80,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    920423155249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X742 XUG

Does X742 XUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X742 XUG expired on 27 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X742 XUG?
The MOT on X742 XUG expired on 27 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X742 XUG done?
X742 XUG was recorded at 166,908 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2023, an average of 4,831 miles a year.
Has X742 XUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 XUG has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X742 XUG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X742 XUG find?
X742 XUG passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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