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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y252 SBYMOT history

Y252 SBY is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2024.

Y252 SBY grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2024
Mileage
102,141 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 SBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y252 SBY was last recorded at 102,141 miles on 25 Jul 2024, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,019 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
2,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,141 miles
  • 2023 – 102,019 miles
  • 2022 – 101,469 miles
  • 2021 – 99,268 miles
  • 2020 – 98,595 miles
  • 2019 – 97,182 miles
  • 2018 – 95,727 miles
  • 2017 – 94,866 miles
  • 2015 – 93,200 miles
  • 2014 – 91,650 miles
  • 2013 – 88,681 miles
  • 2012 – 85,564 miles
  • 2011 – 83,226 miles
  • 2010 – 80,456 miles
  • 2009 – 75,779 miles
  • 2008 – 67,830 miles
  • 2007 – 59,455 miles
  • 2006 – 51,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,141 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,141 miles (+122)1 dangerous8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,141 miles
    Test number
    446123889306
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass102,019 miles (+550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,019 miles
    Test number
    851339303287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,469 miles (+2,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,469 miles
    Test number
    527821741353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,268 miles (+673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    270205711917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass98,595 miles (+1,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,595 miles
    Test number
    200223075324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing signs of uneven wear on outer edge

  6. Pass97,182 miles (+1,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,182 miles
    Test number
    300090615471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass95,727 miles (+861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,727 miles
    Test number
    160042459720
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass94,866 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    94,866 miles
    Test number
    100413493935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,200 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,200 miles
    Test number
    565248095156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,650 miles (+2,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,650 miles
    Test number
    158049494453
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass88,681 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,681 miles
    Test number
    465322143086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,564 miles (+2,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,564 miles
    Test number
    897699752020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass83,226 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    83,226 miles
    Test number
    567964751042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,456 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,456 miles
    Test number
    183603450413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,414 miles (+4,635)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,414 miles
    Test number
    120337640033
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    444984459065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail75,779 miles (+7,949)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    973424859092
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail67,830 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,830 miles
    Test number
    293005448010
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass67,830 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,830 miles
    Test number
    970685948024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    59,455 miles
    Test number
    134525347491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,455 miles (+7,565)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,455 miles
    Test number
    220395847095
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass51,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,890 miles
    Test number
    503001156036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 SBY

Does Y252 SBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 SBY expired on 12 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 SBY?
The MOT on Y252 SBY expired on 12 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 SBY done?
Y252 SBY was recorded at 102,141 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2024, an average of 2,727 miles a year.
Has Y252 SBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 SBY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y252 SBY 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 Y252 SBY find?
Y252 SBY failed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 8 advisories: offside front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 14 more.

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