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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y224 ECEMOT history

Y224 ECE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

Y224 ECE silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
114,489 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y224 ECE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y224 ECE was last recorded at 114,489 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 4,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,751 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,738 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,489 miles
  • 2024 – 109,751 miles
  • 2023 – 102,258 miles
  • 2022 – 95,506 miles
  • 2021 – 89,258 miles
  • 2020 – 81,687 miles
  • 2019 – 79,124 miles
  • 2018 – 78,884 miles
  • 2017 – 78,075 miles
  • 2016 – 76,948 miles
  • 2015 – 76,201 miles
  • 2014 – 75,410 miles
  • 2013 – 73,382 miles
  • 2012 – 70,824 miles
  • 2011 – 66,325 miles
  • 2010 – 54,455 miles
  • 2009 – 50,158 miles
  • 2008 – 45,566 miles
  • 2007 – 38,880 miles
  • 2006 – 32,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,489 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear heatshield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,489 miles (+4,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,489 miles
    Test number
    212047544236
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,751 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,751 miles
    Test number
    936499768865
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  3. Fail109,746 miles (+7,488)3 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,746 miles
    Test number
    665141495724
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  4. Pass102,258 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    590187544186
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,258 miles (+6,752)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    370752419808
    • Repaired at testNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,506 miles (+6,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,506 miles
    Test number
    279998240400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDry under body

  7. Pass89,258 miles (+7,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,258 miles
    Test number
    547192526124
    • AdvisorySil covers fitted dry under side

  8. Pass81,687 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,687 miles
    Test number
    902005269568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,124 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,124 miles
    Test number
    910415456115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass78,884 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,884 miles
    Test number
    488283608199
    • AdvisoryEngine-bay-covers-obscuring-some-components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler-to-tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Old-&-very-badly-perished-2007-y-o-m (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOuter-sill-covers-fitted-obscuring-some-prescribed-areas
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel may-require-adjustment-or-repair (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWashers-wired-back-to-front
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail78,884 miles (+809)1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,884 miles
    Test number
    392340277591
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine-bay-covers-obscuring-some-components
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler-to-tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Old-&-very-badly-perished-2007-y-o-m (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOuter-sill-covers-fitted-obscuring-some-prescribed-areas
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel may-require-adjustment-or-repair (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWashers-wired-back-to-front
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass78,075 miles (+1,127)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,075 miles
    Test number
    306941889556
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Slightly from water pump
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre 14 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

  13. Pass76,948 miles (+747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    487133979791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass76,201 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,201 miles
    Test number
    109034015188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail76,200 miles (+790)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,200 miles
    Test number
    496014015161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass75,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,410 miles
    Test number
    675836224142
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail75,410 miles (+2,028)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,410 miles
    Test number
    716736924102
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass73,382 miles (+2,558)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    156026913148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,824 miles (+4,499)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    318424822127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass66,325 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    116023431032
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear washers swapped with front to enable front washers to work

  21. Fail66,325 miles (+11,870)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    277213731043
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass54,455 miles (+4,297)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,455 miles
    Test number
    160556600142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

  23. Pass50,158 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,158 miles
    Test number
    523871219134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,566 miles
    Test number
    393806908127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,566 miles (+6,686)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,566 miles
    Test number
    760696508186
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass38,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,880 miles
    Test number
    161137607105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,880 miles (+6,749)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,880 miles
    Test number
    423367107162
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  28. Pass32,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,131 miles
    Test number
    641819216103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y224 ECE

Does Y224 ECE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y224 ECE is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y224 ECE?
The MOT on Y224 ECE is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y224 ECE done?
Y224 ECE was recorded at 114,489 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has Y224 ECE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y224 ECE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y224 ECE 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 Y224 ECE find?
Y224 ECE passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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