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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y268 KTAMOT history

Y268 KTA is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2025.

Y268 KTA black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
98,124 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 KTA
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
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y268 KTA was last recorded at 98,124 miles on 29 Jan 2025, 5,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,435 miles · 6 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,689 miles
Average per year
3,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,124 miles
  • 2023 – 92,435 miles
  • 2022 – 91,952 miles
  • 2021 – 91,609 miles
  • 2020 – 91,230 miles
  • 2019 – 90,857 miles
  • 2018 – 90,515 miles
  • 2017 – 89,839 miles
  • 2016 – 87,745 miles
  • 2015 – 84,767 miles
  • 2014 – 80,050 miles
  • 2013 – 76,098 miles
  • 2012 – 69,993 miles
  • 2011 – 64,033 miles
  • 2010 – 57,790 miles
  • 2009 – 52,000 miles
  • 2008 – 45,488 miles
  • 2007 – 40,438 miles
  • 2006 – 36,424 miles
  • 2005 – 31,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,124 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,124 miles (+5,689)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,124 miles
    Test number
    110208391157
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,435 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,435 miles
    Test number
    827458870687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,952 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,952 miles
    Test number
    619816717882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    91,609 miles
    Test number
    678940947206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,609 miles (+379)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,609 miles
    Test number
    538658156999
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,230 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,230 miles
    Test number
    686786567209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,857 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,857 miles
    Test number
    861045812544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail90,857 miles (+342)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,857 miles
    Test number
    319043769532
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (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))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,515 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,515 miles
    Test number
    423282087484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    232445981390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,839 miles (+2,094)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    912484909686
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass87,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    312323372415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  13. Fail87,745 miles (+2,978)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    744378054532
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end cap/arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  14. Pass84,767 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    84,767 miles
    Test number
    683987355053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,050 miles
    Test number
    205664644360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail80,049 miles (+3,951)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,049 miles
    Test number
    997104544342
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass76,098 miles (+6,105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,098 miles
    Test number
    495484153331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,993 miles (+5,960)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,993 miles
    Test number
    797486522392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,033 miles
    Test number
    186445621360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,033 miles (+6,243)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,033 miles
    Test number
    549735221330
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brake disc in very poor condition

  21. Pass57,790 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,790 miles
    Test number
    962737220383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,000 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,000 miles
    Test number
    474794729450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,488 miles (+5,050)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,488 miles
    Test number
    770954628396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,438 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,438 miles
    Test number
    433807527302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,424 miles (+4,742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    470454736343
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  26. Pass31,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    31,682 miles
    Test number
    673332835396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y268 KTA

Does Y268 KTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y268 KTA expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y268 KTA?
The MOT on Y268 KTA expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y268 KTA done?
Y268 KTA was recorded at 98,124 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2025, an average of 3,466 miles a year.
Has Y268 KTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 KTA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y268 KTA 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 Y268 KTA find?
Y268 KTA failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2025 with 8 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; nearside rear stop lamp(s) not working, and 8 more.

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