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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y243 VOSMOT history

Y243 VOS is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 13 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2024.

Y243 VOS green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2025
Mileage
85,457 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 VOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2025
Latest MOT test
28 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 VOS was last recorded at 85,457 miles on 28 May 2024, 706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,751 miles · 22 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
706 miles
Average per year
1,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,457 miles
  • 2023 – 84,751 miles
  • 2022 – 84,199 miles
  • 2021 – 83,599 miles
  • 2019 – 82,926 miles
  • 2018 – 82,073 miles
  • 2017 – 79,630 miles
  • 2016 – 77,116 miles
  • 2015 – 75,373 miles
  • 2014 – 73,746 miles
  • 2013 – 71,137 miles
  • 2012 – 69,046 miles
  • 2011 – 66,121 miles
  • 2010 – 63,196 miles
  • 2009 – 60,227 miles
  • 2008 – 57,152 miles
  • 2007 – 54,954 miles
  • 2006 – 52,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,457 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded through out
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded through out

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,457 miles (+706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,457 miles
    Test number
    580119805184
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded through out
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded through out

  2. Pass84,751 miles (+552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,751 miles
    Test number
    904590697229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  3. Pass84,199 miles (+600)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,199 miles
    Test number
    863781558207
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  4. Pass83,599 miles (+673)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,599 miles
    Test number
    544070579755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass82,926 miles (+853)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,926 miles
    Test number
    905454596641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,073 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,073 miles
    Test number
    689301782909
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail82,073 miles (+2,443)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,073 miles
    Test number
    123531777785
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass79,630 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,630 miles
    Test number
    889665427012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack pinnion (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section outer sheaf detatched
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  9. Fail79,630 miles (+2,514)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,630 miles
    Test number
    575170983197
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack pinnion (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section outer sheaf detatched
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  10. Pass77,116 miles (+1,743)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,116 miles
    Test number
    496900815950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack pinnion (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi sheaf detatched
    • AdvisoryNearside wiperblade rubber starting to split

  11. Pass75,373 miles (+25)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,373 miles
    Test number
    727629035168
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust flexible joint sheaf seperating
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing

  12. Fail75,348 miles (+1,602)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,348 miles
    Test number
    295445335174
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust flexible joint sheaf seperating
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing

  13. Pass73,746 miles (+10)17 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    299574964186
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked & perished
    • NoteReverse lamp inop
    • NoteSuspect front wheel alignment incorrect

  14. Fail73,736 miles (+2,599)1 dangerous2 failures17 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,736 miles
    Test number
    636842864186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked & perished
    • NoteReverse lamp inop
    • NoteSuspect front wheel alignment incorrect

  15. Pass71,137 miles (+2,091)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,137 miles
    Test number
    528331263160
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass69,046 miles (+2,925)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,046 miles
    Test number
    536433962171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight underside corrosion to suspension components

  17. Pass66,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,121 miles
    Test number
    795403951124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,121 miles (+2,925)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,121 miles
    Test number
    616091051160
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteO/s and n/s inner cv gaitors leaking slightly
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall cracking
    • NoteO/s/r wheel buckled slightly
    • NoteReverse lights inop

  19. Pass63,196 miles (+2,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,196 miles
    Test number
    784714950124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass60,227 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    221540669421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,152 miles
    Test number
    642915958168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,152 miles (+2,198)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,152 miles
    Test number
    530605058101
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass54,954 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,954 miles
    Test number
    713551357135
    • NoteAdvise notes as test no 210151457110.

  24. Fail54,954 miles (+2,935)3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,954 miles
    Test number
    210151457110
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/Inboard drive shaft boot retaining clip loose allowing seapage of grease.
    • NoteSlight side to side movment of steering column.

  25. Pass52,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    220686866413
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about Y243 VOS

Does Y243 VOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 VOS expired on 27 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 VOS?
The MOT on Y243 VOS expired on 27 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 VOS done?
Y243 VOS was recorded at 85,457 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2024, an average of 1,863 miles a year.
Has Y243 VOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 VOS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on Y243 VOS 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 VOS find?
Y243 VOS passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2024 with 2 advisories: underside corroded through out; underside corroded through out.

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