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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y259 XSTMOT history

Y259 XST is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 15 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 157,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

Y259 XST green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2026
Mileage
157,931 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 XST
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
15 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 XST was last recorded at 157,931 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 5,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,386 miles · 4 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,545 miles
Average per year
6,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,931 miles
  • 2023 – 149,503 miles
  • 2022 – 143,981 miles
  • 2021 – 135,714 miles
  • 2020 – 121,757 miles
  • 2019 – 113,045 miles
  • 2018 – 91,828 miles
  • 2017 – 82,007 miles
  • 2016 – 77,952 miles
  • 2015 – 73,552 miles
  • 2014 – 70,431 miles
  • 2013 – 66,468 miles
  • 2011 – 60,323 miles
  • 2010 – 54,474 miles
  • 2009 – 46,179 miles
  • 2008 – 38,373 miles
  • 2006 – 32,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,931 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,931 miles (+5,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,931 miles
    Test number
    700190851999
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,386 miles (+2,883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,386 miles
    Test number
    813049494239
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass149,503 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,503 miles
    Test number
    356124008645
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,502 miles (+5,521)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    359592772953
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,981 miles (+8,267)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,981 miles
    Test number
    601859375570
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,714 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,714 miles
    Test number
    552035473523
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,712 miles (+13,955)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,712 miles
    Test number
    594803387522
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,757 miles (+8,712)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,757 miles
    Test number
    317909275049
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass113,045 miles (+21,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,045 miles
    Test number
    930809315356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll under body corroded

  10. Pass91,828 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,828 miles
    Test number
    708252558136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,814 miles (+9,807)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    134672193721
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass82,007 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    82,007 miles
    Test number
    899509672283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,952 miles
    Test number
    107664426170
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn to 3mm tread depth.

  14. Fail77,952 miles (+4,400)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,952 miles
    Test number
    944664015115
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn to 3mm tread depth.

  15. Pass73,552 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,552 miles
    Test number
    146119025474
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail73,550 miles (+3,119)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,550 miles
    Test number
    906329325023
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,431 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,431 miles
    Test number
    108288554490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Fail70,431 miles (+3,963)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,431 miles
    Test number
    578018854071
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Pass66,468 miles (+6,145)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,468 miles
    Test number
    645899653030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass60,323 miles (+5,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,323 miles
    Test number
    617565051200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass54,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    381897130455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,474 miles (+8,295)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    320827730431
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass46,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,179 miles
    Test number
    322647939276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail46,179 miles (+7,806)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,179 miles
    Test number
    331737639491
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass38,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    200756188045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,373 miles (+6,168)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    192646388407
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  27. Pass32,205 miles (+2,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,205 miles
    Test number
    512283366271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass29,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,667 miles
    Test number
    904866476015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,667 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,667 miles
    Test number
    974866976008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about Y259 XST

Does Y259 XST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y259 XST expired on 3 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y259 XST?
The MOT on Y259 XST expired on 3 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y259 XST done?
Y259 XST was recorded at 157,931 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 6,825 miles a year.
Has Y259 XST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 XST has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y259 XST 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 Y259 XST find?
Y259 XST passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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