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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y262 MGWMOT history

Y262 MGW is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 116,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

Y262 MGW blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,412 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 MGW
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
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 MGW was last recorded at 116,412 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1,384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,028 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,384 miles
Average per year
3,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,412 miles
  • 2024 – 115,028 miles
  • 2023 – 113,729 miles
  • 2022 – 112,170 miles
  • 2021 – 110,848 miles
  • 2020 – 109,549 miles
  • 2019 – 108,488 miles
  • 2018 – 105,640 miles
  • 2017 – 102,178 miles
  • 2016 – 97,970 miles
  • 2015 – 94,331 miles
  • 2014 – 90,532 miles
  • 2013 – 85,801 miles
  • 2012 – 81,121 miles
  • 2011 – 76,483 miles
  • 2010 – 72,672 miles
  • 2009 – 68,135 miles
  • 2008 – 63,411 miles
  • 2007 – 59,098 miles
  • 2006 – 53,099 miles
  • 2005 – 46,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,412 miles (+1,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,412 miles
    Test number
    476646293689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass115,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,028 miles
    Test number
    708140882549
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Fail115,028 miles (+1,299)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,028 miles
    Test number
    642327376617
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Pass113,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,729 miles
    Test number
    877056382048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail113,729 miles (+1,559)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,729 miles
    Test number
    350716825652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass112,170 miles (+1,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    112,170 miles
    Test number
    962080777024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass110,848 miles (+1,299)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    659486419529
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass109,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,549 miles
    Test number
    553304825504
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail109,549 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,549 miles
    Test number
    605806398261
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail109,549 miles (+1,061)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,549 miles
    Test number
    960668675153
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass108,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,488 miles
    Test number
    349086093077
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail108,488 miles (+2,848)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,488 miles
    Test number
    149156341758
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass105,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,640 miles
    Test number
    438250409623
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracking advise replacing
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes poor advise replacing

  14. Fail105,639 miles (+3,461)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,639 miles
    Test number
    741762388972
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracking advise replacing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes poor advise replacing

  15. Pass102,178 miles (+4,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,178 miles
    Test number
    140364296074
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass97,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,970 miles
    Test number
    355445388074
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail97,970 miles (+3,639)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,970 miles
    Test number
    711497150441
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass94,331 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,331 miles
    Test number
    491696953873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,532 miles (+4,731)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,532 miles
    Test number
    438400954490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,801 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,801 miles
    Test number
    458986533425
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm and worn on edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing and has damage to outer sidewall

  21. Pass85,801 miles (+4,680)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,801 miles
    Test number
    945896133325
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm and worn on edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing and has damage to outer sidewall

  22. Pass81,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,121 miles
    Test number
    698567622324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,121 miles (+4,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,121 miles
    Test number
    915867222347
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass76,483 miles (+3,811)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    76,483 miles
    Test number
    857148011368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,672 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,672 miles
    Test number
    914358440334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,135 miles (+4,724)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    68,135 miles
    Test number
    981696419317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,411 miles (+4,313)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,411 miles
    Test number
    271836318300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass59,098 miles (+5,999)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,098 miles
    Test number
    421963427327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,099 miles (+6,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    771476626327
    • 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. Pass46,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    764897325304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y262 MGW

Does Y262 MGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y262 MGW is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y262 MGW?
The MOT on Y262 MGW is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y262 MGW done?
Y262 MGW was recorded at 116,412 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,478 miles a year.
Has Y262 MGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 MGW has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y262 MGW 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 Y262 MGW find?
Y262 MGW passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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