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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y229 YDAMOT history

Y229 YDA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2022.

Y229 YDA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2022
Mileage
81,651 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 YDA
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
22 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y229 YDA was last recorded at 81,651 miles on 28 Jun 2022, 1,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,472 miles · 25 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,179 miles
Average per year
2,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,651 miles
  • 2021 – 80,472 miles
  • 2020 – 80,009 miles
  • 2019 – 78,758 miles
  • 2018 – 77,355 miles
  • 2017 – 76,181 miles
  • 2016 – 74,179 miles
  • 2015 – 71,688 miles
  • 2014 – 69,938 miles
  • 2013 – 66,787 miles
  • 2012 – 63,423 miles
  • 2011 – 60,477 miles
  • 2010 – 57,875 miles
  • 2009 – 53,526 miles
  • 2008 – 48,760 miles
  • 2007 – 43,415 miles
  • 2006 – 38,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,651 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion on rear suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • O/s/f spot light inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,651 miles (+1,179)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,651 miles
    Test number
    166861134602
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,472 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,472 miles
    Test number
    291597592261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension

  3. Fail80,434 miles (+425)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    527126567564
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under body

  4. Pass80,009 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    883845122458
    • AdvisoryO/s/f spot light inop

  5. Fail79,993 miles (+1,235)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,993 miles
    Test number
    362175403902
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f spot light inop

  6. Pass78,758 miles (+1,403)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,758 miles
    Test number
    396197231618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass77,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,355 miles
    Test number
    996422968432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,355 miles (+1,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,355 miles
    Test number
    791667796754
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,181 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,181 miles
    Test number
    682406350060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension components

  10. Fail76,181 miles (+2,002)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,181 miles
    Test number
    760484205284
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension components

  11. Pass74,179 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,179 miles
    Test number
    569768564189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,688 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    705463665134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,938 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    918007464166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,787 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    679718063100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,423 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    807751272128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,477 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,477 miles
    Test number
    845845261180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,875 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,875 miles
    Test number
    811495360122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,526 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,526 miles
    Test number
    624320979167
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass53,526 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,526 miles
    Test number
    970000279134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,760 miles
    Test number
    113818968177
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass48,760 miles (+5,345)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,760 miles
    Test number
    991878668185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,415 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,415 miles
    Test number
    893709667195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,049 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,049 miles
    Test number
    542585866139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y229 YDA

Does Y229 YDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 YDA expired on 30 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 YDA?
The MOT on Y229 YDA expired on 30 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 YDA done?
Y229 YDA was recorded at 81,651 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2022, an average of 2,719 miles a year.
Has Y229 YDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 YDA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on Y229 YDA 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 Y229 YDA find?
Y229 YDA failed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2022 with 8 major defects: horn not working; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded main; offside brake pipe excessively corroded main, and 5 more.

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