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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y243 DAAMOT history

Y243 DAA is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2021.

Y243 DAA green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2022
Mileage
73,909 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 DAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 DAA was last recorded at 73,909 miles on 15 Nov 2021, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,897 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 73,909 miles
  • 2020 – 72,625 miles
  • 2019 – 72,184 miles
  • 2018 – 71,960 miles
  • 2017 – 71,285 miles
  • 2016 – 70,336 miles
  • 2015 – 68,153 miles
  • 2014 – 65,462 miles
  • 2013 – 61,713 miles
  • 2012 – 57,981 miles
  • 2011 – 54,540 miles
  • 2010 – 50,949 miles
  • 2009 – 45,405 miles
  • 2008 – 41,591 miles
  • 2007 – 36,125 miles
  • 2006 – 31,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,909 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres scalloped on inner edges.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes covered. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,909 miles (+12)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,909 miles
    Test number
    206051930073
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres scalloped on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes covered. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,897 miles (+1,272)1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,897 miles
    Test number
    697747119531
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres scalloped on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes covered. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,625 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,625 miles
    Test number
    565291731498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,401 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,401 miles
    Test number
    220240782445
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail72,369 miles (+185)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,369 miles
    Test number
    544485066213
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning load compensator seized solid (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

  6. Pass72,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,184 miles
    Test number
    395520647025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,184 miles (+224)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,184 miles
    Test number
    531803736552
    • Repaired at testSteering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    974135697054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,960 miles (+675)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    339337033484
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass71,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    667678884213
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail71,285 miles (+949)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    889477680814
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  12. Pass70,336 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,336 miles
    Test number
    802864893789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,153 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,153 miles
    Test number
    659010645066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,462 miles (+3,749)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,462 miles
    Test number
    165352544410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,713 miles
    Test number
    566736533068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,713 miles (+3,732)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,713 miles
    Test number
    928405933021
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass57,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,981 miles
    Test number
    957037732030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,981 miles (+3,441)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,981 miles
    Test number
    226063632097
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass54,540 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,540 miles
    Test number
    305552741084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,533 miles (+3,584)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,533 miles
    Test number
    119101141434
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass50,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    272015250017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail50,949 miles (+5,544)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    204504050028
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass45,405 miles (+3,814)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,405 miles
    Test number
    192005149041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,591 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,591 miles
    Test number
    701344958090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,125 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,125 miles
    Test number
    304925457054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,982 miles
    Test number
    930412366039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y243 DAA

Does Y243 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 DAA expired on 10 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 DAA?
The MOT on Y243 DAA expired on 10 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 DAA done?
Y243 DAA was recorded at 73,909 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2021, an average of 2,670 miles a year.
Has Y243 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 DAA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y243 DAA 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 Y243 DAA find?
Y243 DAA passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2021 with 12 advisories: both rear tyres scalloped on inner edges.; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes covered.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded., and 9 more.

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