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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

Y244 MHJMOT history

Y244 MHJ is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 103,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

Y244 MHJ blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
103,458 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y244 MHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y244 MHJ was last recorded at 103,458 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 2,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,819 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,639 miles
Average per year
3,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,458 miles
  • 2025 – 100,819 miles
  • 2024 – 98,134 miles
  • 2023 – 95,770 miles
  • 2022 – 93,910 miles
  • 2021 – 92,226 miles
  • 2020 – 91,057 miles
  • 2019 – 89,257 miles
  • 2018 – 87,269 miles
  • 2017 – 84,904 miles
  • 2015 – 81,861 miles
  • 2014 – 79,638 miles
  • 2013 – 78,093 miles
  • 2012 – 76,190 miles
  • 2011 – 73,440 miles
  • 2010 – 65,100 miles
  • 2009 – 59,611 miles
  • 2008 – 48,787 miles
  • 2007 – 42,641 miles
  • 2006 – 35,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,458 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened UPPER AND LOWER (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened UPPER AND LOWER (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear HEAT SHIELD LOOSE
  • AdvisorySIGNS OF UNDER BODY CORROSION,SURFACE CORROSION AND ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

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.

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust system is in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear axel beam / suspension components are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,458 miles (+2,639)4 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,458 miles
    Test number
    512205569665
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened UPPER AND LOWER (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened UPPER AND LOWER (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear HEAT SHIELD LOOSE
    • AdvisorySIGNS OF UNDER BODY CORROSION,SURFACE CORROSION AND ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  2. Pass100,819 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,819 miles
    Test number
    278977390983
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear axel beam / suspension components are corroded

  3. Fail100,817 miles (+2,683)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,817 miles
    Test number
    480176853091
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear axel beam / suspension components are corroded

  4. Pass98,134 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,134 miles
    Test number
    353267867333
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes have areas of slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle is worn but still functions
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel / Suspension arms are corroded

  5. Fail98,134 miles (+2,364)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,134 miles
    Test number
    997875799435
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes have areas of slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle is worn but still functions
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel / Suspension arms are corroded

  6. Pass95,770 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,770 miles
    Test number
    845929734191
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail95,767 miles (+1,857)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,767 miles
    Test number
    354775948497
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,910 miles
    Test number
    334091417622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,910 miles (+1,684)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,910 miles
    Test number
    757741027039
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,226 miles
    Test number
    815762085161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail92,226 miles (+1,169)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,226 miles
    Test number
    176655405029
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,057 miles
    Test number
    853372576062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail91,057 miles (+1,800)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,057 miles
    Test number
    423228417557
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass89,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    201297938162
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail89,256 miles (+1,987)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,256 miles
    Test number
    485817382651
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass87,269 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,269 miles
    Test number
    457590359865
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper blade starting to split

  17. Fail87,268 miles (+2,364)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,268 miles
    Test number
    403179000536
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded f/r pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded f/r pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper blade starting to split

  18. Pass84,904 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,904 miles
    Test number
    858662305124
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper brake light inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  19. Fail84,904 miles (+3,043)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,904 miles
    Test number
    426539869372
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper brake light inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded leading to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  20. Pass81,861 miles (+2,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,861 miles
    Test number
    541108384941
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK / STEERING RACK MINOR LEAK

  21. Pass79,638 miles (+1,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,638 miles
    Test number
    635439084220
    • 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)

  22. Pass78,093 miles (+1,903)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,093 miles
    Test number
    895690963250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,190 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,190 miles
    Test number
    618175352266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,440 miles (+8,340)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,440 miles
    Test number
    148313041133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,100 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,100 miles
    Test number
    761220200141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,611 miles (+10,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,611 miles
    Test number
    224817809144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass48,787 miles (+6,146)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,787 miles
    Test number
    191778878082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,641 miles (+6,667)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,641 miles
    Test number
    830051787069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,974 miles
    Test number
    131581786433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y244 MHJ

Does Y244 MHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y244 MHJ expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y244 MHJ?
The MOT on Y244 MHJ expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y244 MHJ done?
Y244 MHJ was recorded at 103,458 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,377 miles a year.
Has Y244 MHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y244 MHJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y244 MHJ 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 Y244 MHJ find?
Y244 MHJ failed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 18 more.

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