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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y246 LFGMOT history

Y246 LFG is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 131,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

Y246 LFG green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,274 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 LFG
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
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 LFG was last recorded at 131,274 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,390 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
884 miles
Average per year
5,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,274 miles
  • 2025 – 130,390 miles
  • 2024 – 129,048 miles
  • 2023 – 128,063 miles
  • 2022 – 126,551 miles
  • 2021 – 125,122 miles
  • 2020 – 123,744 miles
  • 2019 – 121,285 miles
  • 2018 – 117,961 miles
  • 2017 – 114,370 miles
  • 2016 – 111,270 miles
  • 2015 – 107,244 miles
  • 2014 – 105,000 miles
  • 2013 – 100,893 miles
  • 2012 – 92,359 miles
  • 2011 – 82,244 miles
  • 2010 – 72,873 miles
  • 2009 – 62,160 miles
  • 2008 – 50,642 miles
  • 2007 – 40,921 miles
  • 2006 – 31,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH. (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySLIGHT BODY DAMAGE N/S/R . ENGINE OIL LEAK . BODY CORROSION O/S/F WING & SILL PANEL .GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

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.

  • Exhaust system corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • All rear suspension components corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front brake discs corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,274 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,274 miles
    Test number
    377898852780
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BODY DAMAGE N/S/R . ENGINE OIL LEAK . BODY CORROSION O/S/F WING & SILL PANEL .GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

  2. Fail131,274 miles (+884)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,274 miles
    Test number
    341391993877
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BODY DAMAGE N/S/R . ENGINE OIL LEAK . BODY CORROSION O/S/F WING & SILL PANEL .GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

  3. Pass130,390 miles (+1,342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,390 miles
    Test number
    334240343657
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOnsett of corrosion both sides rear section sill

  4. Pass129,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    115797818478
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  5. Fail129,048 miles (+985)2 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    527292486980
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  6. Pass128,063 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    128,063 miles
    Test number
    881251029107
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail128,063 miles (+1,512)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,063 miles
    Test number
    716090819395
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass126,551 miles (+1,429)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,551 miles
    Test number
    335231752106
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass125,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    125,122 miles
    Test number
    572639749604
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.

  10. Fail125,122 miles (+1,378)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,122 miles
    Test number
    746692712543
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Front exhaust flexi insecure. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Nearside rear trailing arm bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Offside rear trailing arm bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.

  11. Pass123,744 miles (+2,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    123,744 miles
    Test number
    564873667396
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded

  12. Pass121,285 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    121,285 miles
    Test number
    537600297649
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOn set of corrosion in both side inner sill areas
    • AdvisoryRear Dog cage fitted

  13. Fail121,285 miles (+3,324)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,285 miles
    Test number
    629900963697
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOn set of corrosion in both side inner sill areas
    • AdvisoryRear Dog cage fitted

  14. Pass117,961 miles (+3,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    373274433707
    • AdvisorySurface rust underside

  15. Pass114,370 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,370 miles
    Test number
    816392909580
    • AdvisoryRear surface rust on all suspension components & exhaust
    • AdvisoryO/s/r dog cage adjusted to allow seat belt free movement

  16. Fail114,370 miles (+3,100)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,370 miles
    Test number
    784905620861
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear surface rust on all suspension components & exhaust
    • AdvisoryO/s/r dog cage adjusted to allow seat belt free movement

  17. Pass111,270 miles (+4,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,270 miles
    Test number
    384410665672
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass107,244 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,244 miles
    Test number
    389194385099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    105,000 miles
    Test number
    179875684436
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail105,000 miles (+4,107)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,000 miles
    Test number
    247465384016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass100,893 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    185712753298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail100,893 miles (+8,534)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    407752553240
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass92,359 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,359 miles
    Test number
    526902062280
    • NoteThorn in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail92,359 miles (+10,115)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,359 miles
    Test number
    359802362460
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteThorn in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass82,244 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,244 miles
    Test number
    218605751285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  26. Fail82,244 miles (+9,371)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,244 miles
    Test number
    365535951439
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass72,873 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,873 miles
    Test number
    141498950205
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCuts in n/s/r tyre but unable to see cords
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f anty roll bar drop link dust covers split
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

  28. Fail72,873 miles (+10,713)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,873 miles
    Test number
    370518750222
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCuts in n/s/r tyre but unable to see cords
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f anty roll bar drop link dust covers split
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

  29. Pass62,160 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,160 miles
    Test number
    314370269412
    • NoteO/s/f anty roll bar drop link lower dust cover split

  30. Fail62,160 miles (+11,518)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,160 miles
    Test number
    520310469204
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteO/s/f anty roll bar drop link lower dust cover split

  31. Pass50,642 miles (+9,721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,642 miles
    Test number
    971821868246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    40,921 miles
    Test number
    142905377244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail40,921 miles (+9,658)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,921 miles
    Test number
    672085377236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass31,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,263 miles
    Test number
    323948366477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 LFG

Does Y246 LFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y246 LFG is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y246 LFG?
The MOT on Y246 LFG is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y246 LFG done?
Y246 LFG was recorded at 131,274 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,124 miles a year.
Has Y246 LFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 LFG has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y246 LFG 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 Y246 LFG find?
Y246 LFG passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen wiper blade defective both.; slight body damage n/s/r . engine oil leak . body corrosion o/s/f wing & sill panel .general under body corrosion..

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