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Ford Focus

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y226 MROMOT history

Y226 MRO is a gold petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 158,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

Y226 MRO gold Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
158,951 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 MRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 MRO was last recorded at 158,951 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 2,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,888 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,063 miles
Average per year
4,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,951 miles
  • 2025 – 156,888 miles
  • 2024 – 154,679 miles
  • 2023 – 152,067 miles
  • 2022 – 149,860 miles
  • 2021 – 146,969 miles
  • 2020 – 144,707 miles
  • 2019 – 142,454 miles
  • 2018 – 139,328 miles
  • 2017 – 135,153 miles
  • 2016 – 129,950 miles
  • 2015 – 125,623 miles
  • 2014 – 120,166 miles
  • 2013 – 114,175 miles
  • 2012 – 108,045 miles
  • 2011 – 101,017 miles
  • 2010 – 94,107 miles
  • 2009 – 86,115 miles
  • 2008 – 77,560 miles
  • 2007 – 69,465 miles
  • 2006 – 60,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,951 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes surface corrosion and grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension and braking components

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.

  • Coil spring corroded all 4 springs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion starting in o/s/rear lower sill.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,951 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    158,951 miles
    Test number
    944248655944
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes surface corrosion and grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension and braking components

  2. Fail158,951 miles (+2,063)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,951 miles
    Test number
    584018803104
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes surface corrosion and grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on most suspension and braking components

  3. Pass156,888 miles (+2,209)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    156,888 miles
    Test number
    231027315903
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass154,679 miles (+2,612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,679 miles
    Test number
    203516494512
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside

  5. Pass152,067 miles (+2,207)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    152,067 miles
    Test number
    955254499703
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  6. Pass149,860 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    149,860 miles
    Test number
    592208197467
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail149,767 miles (+2,798)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,767 miles
    Test number
    993227610517
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring cup area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring cup area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass146,969 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,969 miles
    Test number
    671253432876
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in o/s/rear lower sill.

  9. Fail146,969 miles (+2,262)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,969 miles
    Test number
    723668538675
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting in o/s/rear lower sill.

  10. Pass144,707 miles (+2,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    144,707 miles
    Test number
    192487942802
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass142,454 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    142,454 miles
    Test number
    964783285972
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting on tank strap, inner rear sills, and most rear suspension components

  12. Fail142,454 miles (+3,126)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,454 miles
    Test number
    932970612805
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting on tank strap, inner rear sills, and most rear suspension components

  13. Pass139,328 miles (+4,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,328 miles
    Test number
    986645850094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank strap

  14. Pass135,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,153 miles
    Test number
    592492958797
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail135,153 miles (+5,203)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,153 miles
    Test number
    541088430739
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass129,950 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,950 miles
    Test number
    450853505836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,623 miles (+5,457)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,623 miles
    Test number
    986436495190
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass120,166 miles (+5,991)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    199009694131
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror cover damaged

  19. Pass114,175 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,175 miles
    Test number
    546624103209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,045 miles (+7,028)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    108,045 miles
    Test number
    285439592100
    • NoteBrake pedal pad worn
    • NoteSmall cut in centre of tread offside rear tyre

  21. Pass101,017 miles (+6,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,017 miles
    Test number
    535730101241
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail94,107 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,107 miles
    Test number
    603998180143
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFron and rear n/plates cracked

  23. Pass94,107 miles (+7,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    94,107 miles
    Test number
    802588880131
    • NoteFron and rear n/plates cracked

  24. Pass86,115 miles (+8,555)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,115 miles
    Test number
    441046699104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,560 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    77,560 miles
    Test number
    724195408224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    280741597122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,465 miles (+9,157)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    412361897113
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,308 miles
    Test number
    981563196130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 MRO

Does Y226 MRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y226 MRO is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y226 MRO?
The MOT on Y226 MRO is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y226 MRO done?
Y226 MRO was recorded at 158,951 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 4,931 miles a year.
Has Y226 MRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 MRO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y226 MRO 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 Y226 MRO find?
Y226 MRO passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes surface corrosion and grease; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi, and 2 more.

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