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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y259 ERAMOT history

Y259 ERA is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 11 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2022 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2022.

Y259 ERA blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2022
Mileage
148,216 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y259 ERA was last recorded at 148,216 miles on 20 Jun 2022, 103,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jun 2021: 45,190 miles, lower than 142,750 miles on 24 Jun 2020.

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
45,192 miles · 21 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
103,024 miles
Average per year
6,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,216 miles
  • 2021 – 45,192 miles
  • 2020 – 142,750 miles
  • 2019 – 140,601 miles
  • 2018 – 137,030 miles
  • 2017 – 132,858 miles
  • 2016 – 126,497 miles
  • 2015 – 122,170 miles
  • 2014 – 119,330 miles
  • 2013 – 117,212 miles
  • 2012 – 114,712 miles
  • 2011 – 109,563 miles
  • 2010 – 95,900 miles
  • 2009 – 82,823 miles
  • 2008 – 69,119 miles
  • 2007 – 51,670 miles
  • 2006 – 35,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,216 miles
  • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill section / sill end / rear inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing / sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc scored
  • AdvisoryOnly just sufficient reserve travel of parking brake
  • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperativeRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Parking brake lever near end of working travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Drivers door mirror slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,216 miles (+103,024)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,216 miles
    Test number
    666462537135
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill section / sill end / rear inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing / sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc scored
    • AdvisoryOnly just sufficient reserve travel of parking brake
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  2. Pass45,192 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    45,192 miles
    Test number
    270723978520
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps only just give acceptable dipped beam patterns
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  3. Fail45,190 miles (-97,560)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,190 miles
    Test number
    686228128364
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps only just give acceptable dipped beam patterns
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  4. Pass142,750 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    142,750 miles
    Test number
    694114605309
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryConsiderable surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  5. Fail142,748 miles (+2,147)2 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,748 miles
    Test number
    986160111540
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryConsiderable surface corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  6. Pass140,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,601 miles
    Test number
    491871559890
    • AdvisoryPart of high level stop lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
    • AdvisorySurface cracks and perish marks in tyre walls

  7. Fail140,600 miles (+3,570)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,600 miles
    Test number
    720830059011
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPart of high level stop lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
    • AdvisorySurface cracks and perish marks in tyre walls

  8. Pass137,030 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    137,030 miles
    Test number
    527915706341
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamp tell tale inoperative
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  9. Fail137,029 miles (+4,171)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,029 miles
    Test number
    100771252618
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded to o/s rear flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamp tell tale inoperative
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever near end of working travel
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative

  10. Pass132,858 miles (+301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,858 miles
    Test number
    877894562385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror slightly loose

  11. Fail132,557 miles (+6,060)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,557 miles
    Test number
    839938918345
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror slightly loose

  12. Pass126,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,497 miles
    Test number
    633372218421
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  13. Fail126,495 miles (+4,325)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,495 miles
    Test number
    741595986352
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass122,170 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    122,170 miles
    Test number
    889985475144
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn
    • NotePart of high level stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteSlight inbalance of front brakes

  15. Fail122,168 miles (+2,838)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,168 miles
    Test number
    378085575181
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn
    • NotePart of high level stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteSlight inbalance of front brakes

  16. Pass119,330 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    119,330 miles
    Test number
    206874674134
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront exhuast section repaired
    • NoteO/s door mirror repaired
    • NotePart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteTail gate damaged

  17. Fail119,328 miles (+2,116)5 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,328 miles
    Test number
    879034574177
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront exhuast section repaired
    • NoteO/s door mirror repaired
    • NotePart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteTail gate damaged

  18. Pass117,212 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    117,212 miles
    Test number
    805776873162
    • NoteClutch beginning to slip
    • NoteEngine drive belt and/or tensioner very noisey
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake disc,s in poor condition
    • NoteHigh level stop light has bulb not working
    • NoteWashers and wipers could be better

  19. Fail117,212 miles (+2,500)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,212 miles
    Test number
    557956073115
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteClutch beginning to slip
    • NoteEngine drive belt and/or tensioner very noisey
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake disc,s in poor condition
    • NoteHigh level stop light has bulb not working
    • NoteWashers and wipers could be better

  20. Pass114,712 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    114,712 miles
    Test number
    265577172440
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn very low 195/60/15
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteHigh level stop light has some bulbs not working

  21. Fail114,712 miles (+5,149)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,712 miles
    Test number
    186237972113
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn very low 195/60/15
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteHigh level stop light has some bulbs not working

  22. Pass109,563 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    398589071158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail109,559 miles (+3,124)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,559 miles
    Test number
    875982771112
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass106,435 miles (+10,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    106,435 miles
    Test number
    226514631071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass95,900 miles (+13,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,900 miles
    Test number
    163556920016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass82,823 miles (+13,704)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    82,823 miles
    Test number
    912394429016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,119 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,119 miles
    Test number
    561488518068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail69,119 miles (+17,449)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,119 miles
    Test number
    562618518088
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass51,670 miles (+16,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,670 miles
    Test number
    872491517071
    • 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)

  30. Pass35,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    35,618 miles
    Test number
    142541336432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y259 ERA

Does Y259 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y259 ERA expired on 23 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y259 ERA?
The MOT on Y259 ERA expired on 23 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y259 ERA done?
Y259 ERA was recorded at 148,216 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2022, an average of 6,873 miles a year.
Has Y259 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 ERA has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on Y259 ERA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jun 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y259 ERA find?
Y259 ERA failed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2022 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device ineffective; nearside headlamp light intensity severely reduced; nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 11 more.

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