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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y261 HARMOT history

Y261 HAR is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2024.

Y261 HAR black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2025
Mileage
133,521 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 HAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 HAR was last recorded at 133,521 miles on 26 Apr 2024, 6,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,525 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
6,996 miles
Average per year
5,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,521 miles
  • 2023 – 126,525 miles
  • 2022 – 120,379 miles
  • 2021 – 113,198 miles
  • 2020 – 107,931 miles
  • 2019 – 99,711 miles
  • 2018 – 91,154 miles
  • 2017 – 84,825 miles
  • 2016 – 80,999 miles
  • 2015 – 79,240 miles
  • 2014 – 76,802 miles
  • 2013 – 72,821 miles
  • 2012 – 67,498 miles
  • 2011 – 64,029 miles
  • 2010 – 58,796 miles
  • 2009 – 54,506 miles
  • 2008 – 49,418 miles
  • 2007 – 43,687 miles
  • 2006 – 37,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,521 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNsf track rod end slight play

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,521 miles (+6,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,521 miles
    Test number
    920111128238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNsf track rod end slight play

  2. Pass126,525 miles (+6,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,525 miles
    Test number
    267608966259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass120,379 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,379 miles
    Test number
    789313340446
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail120,370 miles (+7,172)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    951942592127
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass113,198 miles (+5,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,198 miles
    Test number
    179282684713
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,931 miles
    Test number
    259474571060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,929 miles (+8,218)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,929 miles
    Test number
    932092813737
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,711 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,711 miles
    Test number
    980466579998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,154 miles (+6,329)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,154 miles
    Test number
    507893086950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,825 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    328816627274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    163438184125
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly feathered on inner edge
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high
    • AdvisoryRear number plate weathered

  12. Fail80,999 miles (+1,759)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    304813634404
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly feathered on inner edge
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high
    • AdvisoryRear number plate weathered

  13. Pass79,240 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,240 miles
    Test number
    569506455085
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and corroded
    • NotePlay noted in offside front track rod end
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  14. Fail79,240 miles (+2,438)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,240 miles
    Test number
    929516755085
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and corroded
    • NotePlay noted in offside front track rod end
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  15. Pass76,802 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,802 miles
    Test number
    476312064032
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteSlight play in offside front track rod end

  16. Fail76,802 miles (+3,981)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,802 miles
    Test number
    768482264047
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteSlight play in offside front track rod end

  17. Pass72,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,821 miles
    Test number
    345900233036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,820 miles (+5,322)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,820 miles
    Test number
    125230533040
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass67,498 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    186724842051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,029 miles (+5,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    167422651462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass58,796 miles (+4,290)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    891552740007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,506 miles (+5,088)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,506 miles
    Test number
    293667549049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,418 miles (+5,731)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,418 miles
    Test number
    151821658030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,687 miles (+5,716)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    730901357092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,971 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    37,971 miles
    Test number
    231345846048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment
    • NoteWipers are worn

Questions about Y261 HAR

Does Y261 HAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 HAR expired on 25 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 HAR?
The MOT on Y261 HAR expired on 25 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 HAR done?
Y261 HAR was recorded at 133,521 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2024, an average of 5,251 miles a year.
Has Y261 HAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 HAR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y261 HAR 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 Y261 HAR find?
Y261 HAR passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nsf track rod end slight play.

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