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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y253 GVXMOT history

Y253 GVX is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 110,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

Y253 GVX green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
110,971 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 GVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 GVX was last recorded at 110,971 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,971 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,971 miles
  • 2024 – 108,689 miles
  • 2023 – 106,169 miles
  • 2022 – 103,597 miles
  • 2021 – 100,234 miles
  • 2020 – 97,016 miles
  • 2019 – 92,399 miles
  • 2018 – 87,665 miles
  • 2017 – 82,439 miles
  • 2016 – 77,235 miles
  • 2015 – 71,999 miles
  • 2014 – 67,465 miles
  • 2013 – 62,342 miles
  • 2012 – 55,449 miles
  • 2011 – 51,390 miles
  • 2010 – 45,718 miles
  • 2009 – 38,826 miles
  • 2008 – 33,940 miles
  • 2007 – 28,974 miles
  • 2006 – 24,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,971 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,971 miles
    Test number
    743058881125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,971 miles (+2,282)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,971 miles
    Test number
    748101166785
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seal driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,689 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,689 miles
    Test number
    431826414568
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail108,689 miles (+2,520)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,689 miles
    Test number
    443518202805
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant tank empty

  5. Pass106,169 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    106,169 miles
    Test number
    933133979551
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPossible both sill could be corroded under plastic side covers
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail106,169 miles (+2,572)1 dangerous2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,169 miles
    Test number
    600337822641
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPossible both sill could be corroded under plastic side covers
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass103,597 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,597 miles
    Test number
    669919395690
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail103,597 miles (+3,363)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,597 miles
    Test number
    456911234230
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass100,234 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,234 miles
    Test number
    498751266107
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail100,234 miles (+3,218)4 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,234 miles
    Test number
    223576576629
    • DangerousHydraulic brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass97,016 miles (+4,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,016 miles
    Test number
    263900660316
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass92,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,399 miles
    Test number
    419066350813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,399 miles (+4,734)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,399 miles
    Test number
    909792205896
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass87,665 miles (+5,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,665 miles
    Test number
    414744471062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing outside edge

  15. Pass82,439 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,439 miles
    Test number
    522570807831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,235 miles (+5,236)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,235 miles
    Test number
    253151839155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,999 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    135872175443
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip device split and worn
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating
    • NoteHandbrake travel becoming excessive
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges,becoming low on tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn,going out of shape,screw in inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  18. Fail71,999 miles (+4,534)3 failures1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    216312475090
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip device split and worn
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating
    • NoteHandbrake travel becoming excessive
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges,becoming low on tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn,going out of shape,screw in inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  19. Pass67,465 miles (+5,123)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    727229364091
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail62,342 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,342 miles
    Test number
    506193063025
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass62,342 miles (+6,893)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,342 miles
    Test number
    606973363078
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass55,449 miles (+4,059)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,449 miles
    Test number
    385674972087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAdvise tracking check

  23. Pass51,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,390 miles
    Test number
    438463371052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail51,390 miles (+5,672)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,390 miles
    Test number
    157603071048
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass45,718 miles (+6,892)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,718 miles
    Test number
    301713460058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,826 miles (+4,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,826 miles
    Test number
    562911279035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,940 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,940 miles
    Test number
    620206188049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,974 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,974 miles
    Test number
    662689577084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,020 miles
    Test number
    332356986094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 GVX

Does Y253 GVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 GVX expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 GVX?
The MOT on Y253 GVX expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 GVX done?
Y253 GVX was recorded at 110,971 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 4,568 miles a year.
Has Y253 GVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 GVX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y253 GVX 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 Y253 GVX find?
Y253 GVX passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre 2 nails in tyre; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete and arms.

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