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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y251 TLEMOT history

Y251 TLE is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2024.

Y251 TLE grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2025
Mileage
129,339 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 TLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 TLE was last recorded at 129,339 miles on 11 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2016: 14,377 miles, lower than 101,108 miles on 17 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,339 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,339 miles
  • 2023 – 128,246 miles
  • 2022 – 127,032 miles
  • 2021 – 125,395 miles
  • 2020 – 121,519 miles
  • 2019 – 114,628 miles
  • 2018 – 111,372 miles
  • 2017 – 108,065 miles
  • 2016 – 14,377 miles
  • 2015 – 101,108 miles
  • 2014 – 98,144 miles
  • 2013 – 95,017 miles
  • 2012 – 91,341 miles
  • 2011 – 87,850 miles
  • 2010 – 81,240 miles
  • 2009 – 72,623 miles
  • 2008 – 64,307 miles
  • 2007 – 55,707 miles
  • 2006 – 46,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,339 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,339 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,339 miles
    Test number
    162462449833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail129,339 miles (+1,093)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,339 miles
    Test number
    593598156382
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,246 miles (+1,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,246 miles
    Test number
    378572821254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass127,032 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,032 miles
    Test number
    463078646468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,395 miles (+3,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,395 miles
    Test number
    370093380632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,519 miles (+6,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,519 miles
    Test number
    561577752667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sil. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sil. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,628 miles
    Test number
    363825276169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,628 miles (+3,256)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,628 miles
    Test number
    969006230508
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass111,372 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,372 miles
    Test number
    739176870853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,065 miles (+93,688)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,065 miles
    Test number
    879466417026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear link arm bushes splitting

  11. Pass14,377 miles (-86,731)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    14,377 miles
    Test number
    585181873725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,108 miles (+2,964)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,108 miles
    Test number
    477967205155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger broken, but secure

  13. Pass98,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,144 miles
    Test number
    386146124113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,144 miles (+3,127)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,144 miles
    Test number
    128923424140
    • FailureOffside Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c)

  15. Pass95,017 miles (+3,676)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,017 miles
    Test number
    539609013136
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass91,341 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,341 miles
    Test number
    108646922145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,850 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,850 miles
    Test number
    305065921177
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail87,845 miles (+6,605)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,845 miles
    Test number
    378240121194
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass81,240 miles (+8,617)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,240 miles
    Test number
    103861920198
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f fog lamp cracked and broken

  20. Pass72,623 miles (+8,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    474032129145
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass64,307 miles (+8,600)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    670124028101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,707 miles (+9,501)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    801155327150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,206 miles
    Test number
    390736026127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 TLE

Does Y251 TLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 TLE expired on 10 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 TLE?
The MOT on Y251 TLE expired on 10 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 TLE done?
Y251 TLE was recorded at 129,339 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2024, an average of 4,489 miles a year.
Has Y251 TLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 TLE has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y251 TLE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y251 TLE find?
Y251 TLE passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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