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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y244 PELMOT history

Y244 PEL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 102,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

Y244 PEL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
102,633 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y244 PEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y244 PEL was last recorded at 102,633 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,551 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,082 miles
Average per year
3,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,633 miles
  • 2025 – 101,551 miles
  • 2024 – 101,155 miles
  • 2023 – 100,373 miles
  • 2022 – 98,515 miles
  • 2021 – 97,636 miles
  • 2020 – 97,046 miles
  • 2019 – 95,006 miles
  • 2017 – 87,353 miles
  • 2016 – 81,371 miles
  • 2014 – 76,677 miles
  • 2013 – 69,762 miles
  • 2012 – 64,630 miles
  • 2011 – 56,766 miles
  • 2010 – 51,072 miles
  • 2009 – 45,811 miles
  • 2008 – 42,665 miles
  • 2007 – 34,351 miles
  • 2006 – 28,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,633 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,633 miles (+1,082)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    102,633 miles
    Test number
    799318367023
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,551 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    101,551 miles
    Test number
    662287752706
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail101,550 miles (+395)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,550 miles
    Test number
    584808088430
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass101,155 miles (+782)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,155 miles
    Test number
    222272572519
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension componants (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,373 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,373 miles
    Test number
    773298436863
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail100,370 miles (+1,855)1 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,370 miles
    Test number
    427628657801
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass98,515 miles (+879)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,515 miles
    Test number
    806067360644
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass97,636 miles (+590)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,636 miles
    Test number
    394017716211
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe has heavy surface corrosion all over

  9. Pass97,046 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,046 miles
    Test number
    316217117474
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch damaged/corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  10. Fail97,045 miles (+2,039)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,045 miles
    Test number
    448664534965
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch damaged/corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  11. Pass95,006 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,006 miles
    Test number
    295790961493
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail95,003 miles (+7,650)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,003 miles
    Test number
    941139019007
    • MajorNearside 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 Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass87,353 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,353 miles
    Test number
    254852349510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight wear on inner edges

  14. Fail87,351 miles (+5,980)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,351 miles
    Test number
    289050587662
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight wear on inner edges

  15. Pass81,371 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,371 miles
    Test number
    567019625643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,677 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,677 miles
    Test number
    195957294122
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  17. Fail76,674 miles (+6,912)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,674 miles
    Test number
    408289684184
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  18. Pass69,762 miles (+5)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,762 miles
    Test number
    315211793132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  19. Fail69,757 miles (+5,127)4 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,757 miles
    Test number
    976820193193
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  20. Pass64,630 miles (+7,864)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    389493092108
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass56,766 miles (+5,694)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,766 miles
    Test number
    255578081142
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront exhaust hanger broken

  22. Pass51,072 miles (+5,261)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,072 miles
    Test number
    870176390106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail45,811 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,811 miles
    Test number
    431257689106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass45,811 miles (+3,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,811 miles
    Test number
    811067589184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass42,665 miles (+8,314)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,665 miles
    Test number
    950582198166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,351 miles
    Test number
    422499967134
    • 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)

  27. Fail34,351 miles (+6,292)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,351 miles
    Test number
    680679067171
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  28. Pass28,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,059 miles
    Test number
    683826096152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y244 PEL

Does Y244 PEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y244 PEL is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y244 PEL?
The MOT on Y244 PEL is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y244 PEL done?
Y244 PEL was recorded at 102,633 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,789 miles a year.
Has Y244 PEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y244 PEL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y244 PEL 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 PEL find?
Y244 PEL passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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