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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y238 VBPMOT history

Y238 VBP is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

Y238 VBP blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2023
Mileage
127,742 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 VBP
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
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y238 VBP was last recorded at 127,742 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 7,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,378 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,364 miles
Average per year
6,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,742 miles
  • 2021 – 120,161 miles
  • 2020 – 113,314 miles
  • 2019 – 108,462 miles
  • 2018 – 102,141 miles
  • 2017 – 92,165 miles
  • 2016 – 83,607 miles
  • 2015 – 75,851 miles
  • 2014 – 69,102 miles
  • 2013 – 61,909 miles
  • 2012 – 55,750 miles
  • 2011 – 50,809 miles
  • 2010 – 46,521 miles
  • 2009 – 36,544 miles
  • 2008 – 32,026 miles
  • 2007 – 28,838 miles
  • 2006 – 25,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,742 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • N/s rear tyre perished

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • N/s front tyre on legal limit and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Headlights are getting dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail127,742 miles (+7,364)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,742 miles
    Test number
    484349807212
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass120,378 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,378 miles
    Test number
    768417913938
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre perished

  3. Fail120,161 miles (+6,757)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,161 miles
    Test number
    228862356204
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre perished

  4. Pass113,404 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,404 miles
    Test number
    500454659840
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre on legal limit and perished
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre perished

  5. Fail113,314 miles (+4,852)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,314 miles
    Test number
    659950157832
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre on legal limit and perished
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre perished

  6. Pass108,462 miles (+6,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,462 miles
    Test number
    366693334076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass102,141 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,141 miles
    Test number
    976021773486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,944 miles (+9,779)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,944 miles
    Test number
    524830861708
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,165 miles
    Test number
    193294365204
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade is in poor condition

  10. Fail92,165 miles (+8,558)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,165 miles
    Test number
    991739453888
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade is in poor condition

  11. Pass83,607 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,607 miles
    Test number
    926597982890
    • AdvisoryHeadlights are getting dim

  12. Fail83,558 miles (+7,707)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,558 miles
    Test number
    189050844920
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights are getting dim

  13. Fail75,851 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,851 miles
    Test number
    738498575123
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass75,851 miles (+6,749)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,851 miles
    Test number
    886778875129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,102 miles (+7,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    879189374167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Pass61,909 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,909 miles
    Test number
    476710573116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail61,898 miles (+6,148)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,898 miles
    Test number
    589629963106
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass55,750 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,750 miles
    Test number
    256124582401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,635 miles (+4,826)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    756932872155
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass50,809 miles (+4,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,809 miles
    Test number
    246408761132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass46,521 miles (+9,977)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,521 miles
    Test number
    132842760131
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear number plate damaged

  22. Pass36,544 miles (+4,518)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,544 miles
    Test number
    762058349156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm
    • NoteSidewall damage to n/s/r tyre

  23. Pass32,026 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,026 miles
    Test number
    180198658118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,838 miles (+3,023)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,838 miles
    Test number
    431725957100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge and starting to perish
    • NoteSlight accident damage to nearside front wing/bumper

  25. Pass25,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,815 miles
    Test number
    554104876150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 VBP

Does Y238 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 VBP expired on 3 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 VBP?
The MOT on Y238 VBP expired on 3 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 VBP done?
Y238 VBP was recorded at 127,742 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 6,193 miles a year.
Has Y238 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 VBP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y238 VBP 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 Y238 VBP find?
Y238 VBP failed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 7 major defects: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 4 more.

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