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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y223 DRAMOT history

Y223 DRA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 81,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2022.

Y223 DRA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2022
Mileage
81,659 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 DRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y223 DRA was last recorded at 81,659 miles on 21 Jan 2022, 3,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,174 miles · 13 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,485 miles
Average per year
3,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,659 miles
  • 2021 – 78,174 miles
  • 2020 – 74,171 miles
  • 2019 – 68,542 miles
  • 2017 – 63,437 miles
  • 2016 – 46,765 miles
  • 2015 – 40,178 miles
  • 2014 – 33,271 miles
  • 2013 – 29,442 miles
  • 2010 – 25,726 miles
  • 2009 – 23,785 miles
  • 2008 – 21,996 miles
  • 2007 – 20,121 miles
  • 2006 – 18,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,659 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension and body parts corroded not excessively

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front exhaust flexi casing deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underbody corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,659 miles (+3,485)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,659 miles
    Test number
    452870562085
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension and body parts corroded not excessively

  2. Pass78,174 miles (+133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,174 miles
    Test number
    753437192593
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  3. Fail78,041 miles (+3,870)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,041 miles
    Test number
    253888565743
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  4. Pass74,171 miles (+5,629)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,171 miles
    Test number
    989685039096
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass68,542 miles (+86)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,542 miles
    Test number
    212713220765
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail68,456 miles (+5,019)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    328906139090
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  7. Pass63,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    269258638014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail63,437 miles (+8,879)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    230720041681
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass54,558 miles (+7,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,558 miles
    Test number
    912427194344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass46,765 miles (+6,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,765 miles
    Test number
    210924976444
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass40,178 miles (+60)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    40,178 miles
    Test number
    127243815090
    • NoteSlightly oil leak

  12. Fail40,118 miles (+6,847)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,118 miles
    Test number
    747608505037
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteSlightly oil leak

  13. Pass33,271 miles (+3,829)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,271 miles
    Test number
    596550514013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  14. Pass29,442 miles (+3,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,442 miles
    Test number
    895255413022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass25,726 miles (+1,941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,726 miles
    Test number
    371023260059
    • NoteO/s rear tyre slightly perrished

  16. Pass23,785 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,785 miles
    Test number
    152192859482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,996 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,996 miles
    Test number
    742234658021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,121 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    20,121 miles
    Test number
    963588647099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,202 miles
    Test number
    463469046002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y223 DRA

Does Y223 DRA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y223 DRA expired on 14 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y223 DRA?
The MOT on Y223 DRA expired on 14 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y223 DRA done?
Y223 DRA was recorded at 81,659 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2022, an average of 3,985 miles a year.
Has Y223 DRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 DRA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y223 DRA 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 Y223 DRA find?
Y223 DRA failed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2022 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill under car, and 2 more.

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