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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y235 RJAMOT history

Y235 RJA is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

Y235 RJA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
130,735 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 RJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y235 RJA was last recorded at 130,735 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 7,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,227 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,508 miles
Average per year
5,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,735 miles
  • 2023 – 123,227 miles
  • 2022 – 114,765 miles
  • 2021 – 106,860 miles
  • 2020 – 96,571 miles
  • 2019 – 88,379 miles
  • 2018 – 83,896 miles
  • 2017 – 77,827 miles
  • 2016 – 76,631 miles
  • 2015 – 74,638 miles
  • 2014 – 73,797 miles
  • 2013 – 71,953 miles
  • 2012 – 69,025 miles
  • 2011 – 57,826 miles
  • 2010 – 52,379 miles
  • 2009 – 47,665 miles
  • 2008 – 42,548 miles
  • 2007 – 39,120 miles
  • 2006 – 33,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,735 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,735 miles (+7,508)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,735 miles
    Test number
    645172846544
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass123,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,227 miles
    Test number
    481738695434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail123,225 miles (+8,460)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,225 miles
    Test number
    407748689456
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,765 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,765 miles
    Test number
    660695596284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,741 miles (+7,881)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,741 miles
    Test number
    934193871898
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,860 miles (+10,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,860 miles
    Test number
    966323804357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,571 miles (+8,192)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,571 miles
    Test number
    502714670042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,379 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,379 miles
    Test number
    913559709026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,896 miles
    Test number
    780970814761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,896 miles (+6,069)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,896 miles
    Test number
    829448805839
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured link (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,827 miles
    Test number
    122874814511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,827 miles (+1,196)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,827 miles
    Test number
    958567356329
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass76,631 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,631 miles
    Test number
    510669841660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,638 miles (+841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,638 miles
    Test number
    348686575114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass73,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,797 miles
    Test number
    399728744160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail73,794 miles (+1,841)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,794 miles
    Test number
    958848144131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass71,953 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,953 miles
    Test number
    787136213112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,025 miles (+11,199)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,025 miles
    Test number
    536573422144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,826 miles (+5,447)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,826 miles
    Test number
    265308811129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,379 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    364237310133
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass52,379 miles (+4,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    513337810104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    800668119113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,665 miles (+5,117)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    260848219486
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Fail42,548 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,548 miles
    Test number
    172459318185
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass42,548 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,548 miles
    Test number
    473289818174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,120 miles (+5,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,120 miles
    Test number
    893828017158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass33,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,567 miles
    Test number
    513267716147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y235 RJA

Does Y235 RJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 RJA expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 RJA?
The MOT on Y235 RJA expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 RJA done?
Y235 RJA was recorded at 130,735 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 5,292 miles a year.
Has Y235 RJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 RJA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y235 RJA 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 Y235 RJA find?
Y235 RJA failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 4 major defects: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm, and 1 more.

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