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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y243 MBHMOT history

Y243 MBH is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 174,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

Y243 MBH black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
174,990 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 MBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 MBH was last recorded at 174,990 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,360 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
630 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,990 miles
  • 2025 – 174,360 miles
  • 2024 – 172,486 miles
  • 2023 – 170,472 miles
  • 2022 – 168,255 miles
  • 2021 – 166,346 miles
  • 2020 – 164,838 miles
  • 2019 – 159,730 miles
  • 2018 – 156,606 miles
  • 2015 – 154,439 miles
  • 2014 – 151,792 miles
  • 2013 – 147,640 miles
  • 2012 – 143,588 miles
  • 2011 – 136,642 miles
  • 2010 – 128,152 miles
  • 2009 – 122,223 miles
  • 2008 – 107,495 miles
  • 2007 – 88,293 miles
  • 2006 – 71,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,990 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,990 miles (+630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    174,990 miles
    Test number
    970626197210
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,360 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    174,360 miles
    Test number
    547756450690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail174,354 miles (+1,868)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,354 miles
    Test number
    452614692957
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass172,486 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    172,486 miles
    Test number
    917514972908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail172,485 miles (+2,013)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,485 miles
    Test number
    140138835887
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure has a fractured which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass170,472 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    170,472 miles
    Test number
    969596405063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail170,471 miles (+2,216)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,471 miles
    Test number
    441120762366
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested fluid leak (cylinder) (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass168,255 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,255 miles
    Test number
    600720353479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail168,252 miles (+1,906)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,252 miles
    Test number
    990650696239
    • MajorEmissions not tested thick smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass166,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    166,346 miles
    Test number
    993213822234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail166,346 miles (+1,508)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,346 miles
    Test number
    604712008280
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass164,838 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,838 miles
    Test number
    275439303677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass159,730 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,730 miles
    Test number
    290814104164
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail159,729 miles (+3,123)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,729 miles
    Test number
    485224065118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass156,606 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    156,606 miles
    Test number
    807086405165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass154,439 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    154,439 miles
    Test number
    911783117554
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail154,439 miles (+2,647)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,439 miles
    Test number
    706191459608
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass151,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    151,792 miles
    Test number
    528578584268
    • 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)

  19. Fail151,792 miles (+4,152)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,792 miles
    Test number
    527798484257
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  20. Pass147,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    147,640 miles
    Test number
    677737863264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail147,640 miles (+4,052)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,640 miles
    Test number
    559796763250
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass143,588 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    143,588 miles
    Test number
    129464292267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail143,588 miles (+6,946)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,588 miles
    Test number
    965194792248
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass136,642 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    136,642 miles
    Test number
    219414491230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail136,617 miles (+8,465)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,617 miles
    Test number
    725303291239
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass128,152 miles (+5,929)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    128,152 miles
    Test number
    314125990475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass122,223 miles (+14,728)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    122,223 miles
    Test number
    670878549208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass107,495 miles (+19,202)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    107,495 miles
    Test number
    180284198047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail88,293 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    282748787025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  30. Pass88,293 miles (+16,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    551638887023
    • 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)

  31. Pass71,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    71,739 miles
    Test number
    820556066099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 MBH

Does Y243 MBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 MBH is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 MBH?
The MOT on Y243 MBH is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 MBH done?
Y243 MBH was recorded at 174,990 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has Y243 MBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 MBH has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y243 MBH 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 MBH find?
Y243 MBH passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components.

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