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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y248 TLEMOT history

Y248 TLE is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2023.

Y248 TLE blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Feb 2024
Mileage
64,571 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 TLE
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
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 TLE was last recorded at 64,571 miles on 7 Feb 2023, 9,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,245 miles · 12 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
9,326 miles
Average per year
2,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 64,571 miles
  • 2022 – 55,245 miles
  • 2020 – 47,882 miles
  • 2019 – 46,457 miles
  • 2018 – 45,283 miles
  • 2017 – 44,025 miles
  • 2016 – 42,807 miles
  • 2015 – 42,381 miles
  • 2014 – 41,844 miles
  • 2013 – 41,316 miles
  • 2012 – 39,385 miles
  • 2011 – 38,484 miles
  • 2010 – 36,966 miles
  • 2009 – 35,009 miles
  • 2008 – 32,154 miles
  • 2007 – 30,336 miles
  • 2006 – 28,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,571 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,571 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    64,571 miles
    Test number
    852866685451
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  2. Fail64,571 miles (+9,326)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,571 miles
    Test number
    272132369955
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Pass55,245 miles (+7,363)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,245 miles
    Test number
    351219640195
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded - Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded - Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  4. Pass47,882 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,882 miles
    Test number
    845661434407
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail47,861 miles (+1,404)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,861 miles
    Test number
    304388690768
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower inner wheel arch/inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass46,457 miles (+1,174)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,457 miles
    Test number
    304301959419
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass45,283 miles (+1,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,283 miles
    Test number
    506871871221
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Pass44,025 miles (+1,218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    851566779619
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components generally corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable corroded
  9. Pass42,807 miles (+426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    905347730385
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components generally corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable corroded
  10. Pass42,381 miles (+537)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,381 miles
    Test number
    948918435164
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass41,844 miles (+528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,844 miles
    Test number
    979820344109
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass41,316 miles (+1,931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,316 miles
    Test number
    839951543184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Fail39,385 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,385 miles
    Test number
    269986632104
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Pass39,385 miles (+901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,385 miles
    Test number
    336596832108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  15. Pass38,484 miles (+1,518)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,484 miles
    Test number
    296207431187
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer sidewall perishing
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteSome corrosion to front coil springs
  16. Pass36,966 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,966 miles
    Test number
    732678230130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,009 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,009 miles
    Test number
    643953039187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,154 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,154 miles
    Test number
    363723538112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,336 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,336 miles
    Test number
    403858637147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Fail30,336 miles (+2,313)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,336 miles
    Test number
    822998737133
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  21. Pass28,023 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,023 miles
    Test number
    153306736132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y248 TLE

Does Y248 TLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 TLE expired on 11 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 TLE?
The MOT on Y248 TLE expired on 11 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 TLE done?
Y248 TLE was recorded at 64,571 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2023, an average of 2,184 miles a year.
Has Y248 TLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 TLE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y248 TLE 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 Y248 TLE find?
Y248 TLE passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2023 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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