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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y239 BNVMOT history

Y239 BNV is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

Y239 BNV silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2025
Mileage
105,075 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y239 BNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y239 BNV was last recorded at 105,075 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,038 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
3,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,075 miles
  • 2023 – 97,352 miles
  • 2022 – 89,952 miles
  • 2021 – 82,036 miles
  • 2020 – 78,576 miles
  • 2019 – 76,390 miles
  • 2018 – 74,338 miles
  • 2017 – 71,373 miles
  • 2016 – 68,954 miles
  • 2015 – 64,004 miles
  • 2014 – 61,895 miles
  • 2013 – 59,936 miles
  • 2012 – 57,619 miles
  • 2011 – 55,582 miles
  • 2010 – 53,414 miles
  • 2008 – 49,908 miles
  • 2007 – 46,077 miles
  • 2006 – 37,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,075 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi-joint area (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-Axle frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Both rear coil springs corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R and O/S/F rigid brake pipes have slight corrosion on them

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust flexi section broken and blowing slightly no affect on emissions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner CV boot weeping grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,075 miles (+37)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,075 miles
    Test number
    773484108642
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi-joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-Axle frame corroded
  2. Fail105,038 miles (+7,686)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,038 miles
    Test number
    167135507575
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (Loose) (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (Loose) (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi-joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-Axle frame corroded
  3. Pass97,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    797610700205
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail97,352 miles (+7,400)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    170741100535
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,952 miles (+28)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,952 miles
    Test number
    493801637638
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner CV boot weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R and O/S/F rigid brake pipes have slight corrosion on them (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section broken and blowing slightly no affect on emissions
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R and N/S/R Shock absorber mounting prescribed area is corroding but not excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail89,924 miles (+7,888)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,924 miles
    Test number
    653850124280
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm mounting prescribed area has corroded through MARKED YELLOW (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm mounting prescribed area has corroded through MARKED YELLOW (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle O/S/R = 180KGF N/S/R = 90KGF Rear shoes require adjustment (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner CV boot weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R and O/S/F rigid brake pipes have slight corrosion on them (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section broken and blowing slightly no affect on emissions
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Hanger in front of the catalytic converter has broken away and no longer supporting the exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield by fuel tank insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R and N/S/R Shock absorber mounting prescribed area is corroding but not excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,036 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,036 miles
    Test number
    777717653343
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Fail82,027 miles (+3,451)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,027 miles
    Test number
    306454994905
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass78,576 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,576 miles
    Test number
    141444739869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,390 miles (+2,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,390 miles
    Test number
    118066561152
    • AdvisoryRear no plate detereated
  11. Pass74,338 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    808837500982
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corrding
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower wishbone inner rear bushes splitting / perished
  12. Fail74,338 miles (+2,965)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    955332580914
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corrding
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front lower wishbone inner rear bushes splitting / perished
  13. Pass71,373 miles (+2,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,373 miles
    Test number
    685669370682
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear inner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low
  14. Pass68,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,954 miles
    Test number
    789638967003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,954 miles (+4,950)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,954 miles
    Test number
    297061590223
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass64,004 miles (+2,109)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,004 miles
    Test number
    609571345022
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteMost metal brake pipes corroded
  17. Pass61,895 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,895 miles
    Test number
    148675544433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,936 miles (+2,317)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,936 miles
    Test number
    586775343093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,619 miles
    Test number
    726114932054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail57,619 miles (+2,037)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,619 miles
    Test number
    595924132008
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass55,582 miles (+2,168)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,582 miles
    Test number
    199109611050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,414 miles (+3,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    53,414 miles
    Test number
    172252020094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass49,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,908 miles
    Test number
    410918078156
    • 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. Fail49,905 miles (+3,828)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,905 miles
    Test number
    122738778106
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  25. Pass46,077 miles (+8,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,077 miles
    Test number
    174770487195
    • NoteSlight imbalance on rear brakes
  26. Pass37,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,966 miles
    Test number
    564657176131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y239 BNV

Does Y239 BNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y239 BNV expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y239 BNV?
The MOT on Y239 BNV expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y239 BNV done?
Y239 BNV was recorded at 105,075 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024, an average of 3,776 miles a year.
Has Y239 BNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y239 BNV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y239 BNV 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 Y239 BNV find?
Y239 BNV passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 9 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front lower exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-joint area; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (corroded), and 6 more.

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