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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y228 SJMMOT history

Y228 SJM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

Y228 SJM green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
111,287 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 SJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y228 SJM was last recorded at 111,287 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2012: 54,656 miles, lower than 60,718 miles on 17 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,264 miles · 22 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,287 miles
  • 2025 – 108,809 miles
  • 2024 – 105,793 miles
  • 2023 – 102,960 miles
  • 2022 – 100,514 miles
  • 2021 – 95,537 miles
  • 2020 – 92,797 miles
  • 2019 – 88,390 miles
  • 2018 – 82,247 miles
  • 2017 – 76,356 miles
  • 2016 – 72,917 miles
  • 2015 – 71,174 miles
  • 2014 – 69,232 miles
  • 2013 – 66,608 miles
  • 2012 – 54,656 miles
  • 2011 – 60,718 miles
  • 2010 – 58,118 miles
  • 2009 – 55,797 miles
  • 2008 – 53,033 miles
  • 2007 – 50,531 miles
  • 2006 – 47,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,287 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,287 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    111,287 miles
    Test number
    425153785064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion

  2. Fail111,264 miles (+2,455)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,264 miles
    Test number
    398535036855
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion

  3. Pass108,809 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    108,809 miles
    Test number
    699744344282
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail108,806 miles (+3,013)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,806 miles
    Test number
    468544726356
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake fluid leaking from brake drum. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis seam corroded to excess and sill perforated at rear. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Chassis seam corroded to excess and sill heavily corroded but not perforated at rear. (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front coil springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,793 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,793 miles
    Test number
    230002648852
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill coverws fitted

  6. Fail105,793 miles (+2,833)1 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,793 miles
    Test number
    789737072651
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL HEAVILY CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill coverws fitted

  7. Pass102,960 miles (+2,446)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    102,960 miles
    Test number
    598627921973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Backplate slightly damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass100,514 miles (+4,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,514 miles
    Test number
    140989131666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,537 miles
    Test number
    883116861309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,537 miles (+2,740)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,537 miles
    Test number
    869801039316
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass92,797 miles (+4,407)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,797 miles
    Test number
    776852544460
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,390 miles (+6,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,390 miles
    Test number
    334932791300
    • AdvisoryNearside Slight Chip In Windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass82,247 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,247 miles
    Test number
    130725138075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    334551006199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail76,356 miles (+3,439)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    161095330413
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass72,917 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    214904677073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,174 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,174 miles
    Test number
    845120890223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,232 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,232 miles
    Test number
    896539484299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,608 miles (+11,952)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,608 miles
    Test number
    705740083206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,656 miles (-6,062)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,656 miles
    Test number
    186282382266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    787270491289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,718 miles (+2,600)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    885060991279
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass58,118 miles (+2,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,118 miles
    Test number
    803897070275
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail55,797 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,797 miles
    Test number
    673810589236
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass55,797 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,797 miles
    Test number
    690560689230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,033 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,033 miles
    Test number
    291564978292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass53,033 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,033 miles
    Test number
    850444778294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,531 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,531 miles
    Test number
    952405677281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    990949966221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y228 SJM

Does Y228 SJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y228 SJM is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y228 SJM?
The MOT on Y228 SJM is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y228 SJM done?
Y228 SJM was recorded at 111,287 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has Y228 SJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 SJM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y228 SJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y228 SJM find?
Y228 SJM passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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