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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y217 HWYMOT history

Y217 HWY is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 98,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

Y217 HWY blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,761 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y217 HWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y217 HWY was last recorded at 98,761 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,738 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,761 miles
  • 2025 – 92,549 miles
  • 2024 – 89,495 miles
  • 2023 – 87,283 miles
  • 2022 – 84,406 miles
  • 2021 – 82,155 miles
  • 2020 – 80,218 miles
  • 2019 – 76,871 miles
  • 2018 – 72,927 miles
  • 2017 – 68,901 miles
  • 2016 – 64,929 miles
  • 2015 – 61,247 miles
  • 2014 – 57,060 miles
  • 2013 – 53,535 miles
  • 2012 – 49,468 miles
  • 2011 – 45,305 miles
  • 2010 – 41,763 miles
  • 2009 – 38,593 miles
  • 2008 – 35,134 miles
  • 2007 – 31,810 miles
  • 2006 – 27,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront fog light not working
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front lower wing and offside front inner sill corroded not within any areas
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,761 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,761 miles
    Test number
    460674753839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront fog light not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower wing and offside front inner sill corroded not within any areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,760 miles (+22)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,760 miles
    Test number
    880321373748
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront fog light not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower wing and offside front inner sill corroded not within any areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail98,738 miles (+6,189)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    291028309741
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bottom of sill corroded/holed and badly dented/damaged. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength repaired area on rear end of sill split/holed and corroded. Also damaged/dented. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe slightly corroded in several small areas! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise bottom edge of body wing/arch corroded and dettached.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe slightly corroded in several small areas! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass92,549 miles (+3,054)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    528790329623
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlight bulbs too higher output for road use

  5. Pass89,495 miles19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,495 miles
    Test number
    549268081322
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rear pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler and breather pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slam panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  6. Fail89,495 miles (+2,212)1 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,495 miles
    Test number
    617331055023
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rear pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler and breather pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slam panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass87,283 miles (+2,877)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,283 miles
    Test number
    225902854151
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower bolt on wing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrosion

  8. Pass84,406 miles (+2,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,406 miles
    Test number
    188570044157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipe Slight Corrosion, Covered in Grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep Cracking Edge Of Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep Cracking Edge Of Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass82,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    564974498727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail82,155 miles (+1,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,155 miles
    Test number
    350666070298
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass80,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,218 miles
    Test number
    413978415941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit + worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail80,218 miles (+3,347)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,218 miles
    Test number
    840789817039
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Side Of Rear Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit + worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Side Of Rear Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass76,871 miles (+3,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,871 miles
    Test number
    486856644094
    • AdvisoryScrew in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass72,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,927 miles
    Test number
    228165174198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,927 miles (+4,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,927 miles
    Test number
    365039784045
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking leak off pipes (7.2.3)

  16. Pass68,901 miles (+3,972)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,901 miles
    Test number
    120492371191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,929 miles (+3,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,929 miles
    Test number
    516143532640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

  18. Pass61,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,247 miles
    Test number
    435021855018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,247 miles (+4,187)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,247 miles
    Test number
    707061655010
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass57,060 miles (+3,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,060 miles
    Test number
    819082644002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass53,535 miles (+4,067)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,535 miles
    Test number
    179690453073
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn near to legal limit on edges.
    • NoteOffside rear seatbelt starting to fray.

  22. Pass49,468 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,468 miles
    Test number
    359505642014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,305 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    135523351099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass45,305 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    268673451071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,763 miles
    Test number
    124958640434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail41,763 miles (+3,170)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,763 miles
    Test number
    323998340030
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass38,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,593 miles
    Test number
    903881459054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    691953758029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,134 miles (+3,324)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,134 miles
    Test number
    293413258034
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass31,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,810 miles
    Test number
    872173857040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail31,810 miles (+4,493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,810 miles
    Test number
    523983457004
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  32. Pass27,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,317 miles
    Test number
    630483456018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y217 HWY

Does Y217 HWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y217 HWY is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y217 HWY?
The MOT on Y217 HWY is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y217 HWY done?
Y217 HWY was recorded at 98,761 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,541 miles a year.
Has Y217 HWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y217 HWY has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y217 HWY 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 Y217 HWY find?
Y217 HWY passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front fog light not working, and 8 more.

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