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Ford Focus

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y251 GMSMOT history

Y251 GMS is a silver diesel Ford Focus first used on 11 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 133,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

Y251 GMS silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2023
Mileage
133,654 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 GMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 GMS was last recorded at 133,654 miles on 20 May 2022, 3,526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,128 miles · 20 May 2021
Between the last two tests
3,526 miles
Average per year
2,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,654 miles
  • 2021 – 130,128 miles
  • 2020 – 129,025 miles
  • 2019 – 126,641 miles
  • 2018 – 124,106 miles
  • 2016 – 119,335 miles
  • 2015 – 117,638 miles
  • 2014 – 116,008 miles
  • 2013 – 113,674 miles
  • 2012 – 111,741 miles
  • 2011 – 108,792 miles
  • 2010 – 105,809 miles
  • 2009 – 103,721 miles
  • 2008 – 100,477 miles
  • 2007 – 95,763 miles
  • 2006 – 89,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,654 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Corrosion in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,654 miles (+3,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,654 miles
    Test number
    903293758970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass130,128 miles (+1,103)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,128 miles
    Test number
    402485223279
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in places
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed in places

  3. Pass129,025 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,025 miles
    Test number
    817887363148
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in places

  4. Fail129,025 miles (+2,384)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,025 miles
    Test number
    220750525787
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in places

  5. Pass126,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,641 miles
    Test number
    999898901817
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail126,641 miles (+2,535)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,641 miles
    Test number
    261288267277
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,106 miles
    Test number
    285663373704
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Fail124,106 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,106 miles
    Test number
    540081316242
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    877781792738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,335 miles (+1,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,335 miles
    Test number
    432238406082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass117,638 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,638 miles
    Test number
    475679985192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,008 miles (+2,334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    116,008 miles
    Test number
    315512014491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass113,674 miles (+1,933)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    113,674 miles
    Test number
    975236103260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass111,741 miles (+2,949)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    111,741 miles
    Test number
    355326902245
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusting
    • NoteSteering lock not working

  15. Pass108,792 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,792 miles
    Test number
    385913411205
    • NoteCoolant stains around thermostat area

  16. Fail108,792 miles (+2,983)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,792 miles
    Test number
    385343711481
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant stains around thermostat area

  17. Pass105,809 miles (+2,088)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    105,809 miles
    Test number
    872818500276
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAux drive belt cracking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge of tread
    • NoteSlight coolant staining around thermostat housing area
    • NoteSlight oil leaks

  18. Pass103,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,721 miles
    Test number
    274526599104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,721 miles (+3,244)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,721 miles
    Test number
    483506599104
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass100,477 miles (+4,714)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    100,477 miles
    Test number
    200170218243
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

  21. Pass95,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    430524207236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,763 miles (+6,002)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    233524507223
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear wiper blade torn
    • NoteUnder shield fitted

  23. Pass89,761 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,761 miles
    Test number
    891743516248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,561 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,561 miles
    Test number
    510256606250
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Questions about Y251 GMS

Does Y251 GMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 GMS expired on 21 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 GMS?
The MOT on Y251 GMS expired on 21 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 GMS done?
Y251 GMS was recorded at 133,654 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 2,787 miles a year.
Has Y251 GMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 GMS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2020.
Has the mileage on Y251 GMS 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 Y251 GMS find?
Y251 GMS passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch end of sill, and 1 more.

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