Ford logo

Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

X794 AEXMOT history

X794 AEX is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 2 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2023.

X794 AEX red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
115,170 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,699 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X794 AEX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X794 AEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X794 AEX was last recorded at 115,170 miles on 6 Sept 2023, 637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,533 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
637 miles
Average per year
3,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,170 miles
  • 2022 – 114,533 miles
  • 2021 – 113,847 miles
  • 2020 – 111,635 miles
  • 2019 – 108,788 miles
  • 2018 – 105,189 miles
  • 2017 – 102,379 miles
  • 2016 – 100,733 miles
  • 2015 – 97,332 miles
  • 2014 – 95,882 miles
  • 2013 – 93,636 miles
  • 2012 – 90,176 miles
  • 2011 – 83,710 miles
  • 2010 – 77,631 miles
  • 2009 – 71,440 miles
  • 2008 – 64,836 miles
  • 2007 – 58,018 miles
  • 2006 – 50,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,170 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear suspension corroded nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,170 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,170 miles
    Test number
    948018635460
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,170 miles (+637)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,170 miles
    Test number
    839522757293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,533 miles (+686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,533 miles
    Test number
    301079282417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,847 miles (+116)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,847 miles
    Test number
    421411729911
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush and off side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail113,731 miles (+2,096)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,731 miles
    Test number
    495708905960
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted,outer sills not checked for corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded nearside and offside

  6. Pass111,635 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,635 miles
    Test number
    558098391365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,634 miles (+2,846)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,634 miles
    Test number
    269396714694
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flex joint (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,788 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,788 miles
    Test number
    940598951451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted (outer sills not checked)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded nearside and offside

  9. Fail108,787 miles (+3,598)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,787 miles
    Test number
    672906784636
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted (outer sills not checked)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded nearside and offside

  10. Pass105,189 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,189 miles
    Test number
    315079495773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,180 miles (+2,801)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,180 miles
    Test number
    718871088978
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,379 miles
    Test number
    680188666160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail102,379 miles (+1,646)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,379 miles
    Test number
    174084606086
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass100,733 miles (+78)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,733 miles
    Test number
    640966127241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner door corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak from thermostat houseing

  15. Fail100,655 miles (+3,323)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    249532604195
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass97,332 miles (+1,450)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,332 miles
    Test number
    718428345000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass95,882 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    95,882 miles
    Test number
    727940854044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,636 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    777288123054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,176 miles (+6,466)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    90,176 miles
    Test number
    866320632084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyres tread depth getting low on inner sides

  20. Pass83,710 miles (+6,079)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    83,710 miles
    Test number
    468184311004
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside/nearside front brake discs worn

  21. Pass77,631 miles (+351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,631 miles
    Test number
    561022310022
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail77,280 miles (+5,840)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,280 miles
    Test number
    661304700021
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass71,440 miles (+6,604)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    71,440 miles
    Test number
    862433039017
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass64,836 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    64,836 miles
    Test number
    404828228097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail64,836 miles (+6,818)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,836 miles
    Test number
    721358328092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass58,018 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    711319727011
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall cut

  27. Fail58,018 miles (+7,910)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    821499327043
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall cut

  28. Pass50,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,108 miles
    Test number
    532383736082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X794 AEX

Does X794 AEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X794 AEX expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X794 AEX?
The MOT on X794 AEX expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X794 AEX done?
X794 AEX was recorded at 115,170 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2023, an average of 3,699 miles a year.
Has X794 AEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X794 AEX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on X794 AEX 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 X794 AEX find?
X794 AEX passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all four springs; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all X794 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.