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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y248 VBPMOT history

Y248 VBP is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 23,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

Y248 VBP silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
23,770 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 VBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 VBP was last recorded at 23,770 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,227 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
543 miles
Average per year
960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,770 miles
  • 2025 – 23,227 miles
  • 2024 – 22,716 miles
  • 2023 – 22,156 miles
  • 2022 – 21,629 miles
  • 2021 – 21,109 miles
  • 2020 – 20,547 miles
  • 2019 – 19,953 miles
  • 2018 – 16,940 miles
  • 2017 – 15,776 miles
  • 2016 – 15,232 miles
  • 2015 – 14,527 miles
  • 2014 – 13,635 miles
  • 2013 – 12,354 miles
  • 2012 – 11,456 miles
  • 2011 – 10,570 miles
  • 2010 – 9,530 miles
  • 2009 – 8,295 miles
  • 2008 – 7,096 miles
  • 2007 – 6,162 miles
  • 2006 – 4,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,770 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 10 years old
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake cable outer not clipped intp backplate correctly

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear handbrake cable outer not sitting correctly in back plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,770 miles (+543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    23,770 miles
    Test number
    964249900515
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 10 years old
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake cable outer not clipped intp backplate correctly

  2. Pass23,227 miles (+511)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    23,227 miles
    Test number
    535893225075
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose internal rear view mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake cable slighty loose in back plate (clip damage)

  3. Pass22,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    22,716 miles
    Test number
    262238498772
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable not fitted in backplate correctly

  4. Fail22,716 miles (+560)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,716 miles
    Test number
    662409047688
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable not fitted in backplate correctly

  5. Pass22,156 miles (+527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    22,156 miles
    Test number
    574350158673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable not sitting correctly in backplate

  6. Pass21,629 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    21,629 miles
    Test number
    295930352136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable outer not sitting correctly in back plate

  7. Fail21,629 miles (+520)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,629 miles
    Test number
    811033364575
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable outer not sitting correctly in back plate

  8. Pass21,109 miles (+562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    21,109 miles
    Test number
    940560595287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass20,547 miles (+594)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    421811253548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass19,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,953 miles
    Test number
    965737583696
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail19,953 miles (+3,013)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,953 miles
    Test number
    877440449036
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass16,940 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    16,940 miles
    Test number
    461315714860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,776 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    15,776 miles
    Test number
    229372777606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,232 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    15,232 miles
    Test number
    498599673172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,527 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,527 miles
    Test number
    626295815198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass13,635 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    13,635 miles
    Test number
    146692624147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,354 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    12,354 miles
    Test number
    138560133174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    11,456 miles
    Test number
    917679612167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail11,456 miles (+886)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,456 miles
    Test number
    925709712132
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass10,570 miles (+1,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    10,570 miles
    Test number
    568343321102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass9,530 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    9,530 miles
    Test number
    231411220433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,295 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    8,295 miles
    Test number
    180585119169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,096 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    7,096 miles
    Test number
    583121438124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,162 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    6,162 miles
    Test number
    742888017195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    4,179 miles
    Test number
    284893636157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y248 VBP

Does Y248 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y248 VBP is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y248 VBP?
The MOT on Y248 VBP is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y248 VBP done?
Y248 VBP was recorded at 23,770 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 960 miles a year.
Has Y248 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 VBP has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y248 VBP 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 VBP find?
Y248 VBP passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: both front tyres over 10 years old; items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside rear parking brake cable outer not clipped intp backplate correctly.

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